With support from a $10,000 grant, Community Math Academy is bringing its empowering summer math program to Gaston County—helping students build confidence, sharpen skills, and discover that math is everywhere.
Gaston Community Foundation is pleased to welcome Cherie Greene as Director of Finance. With more than 20 years of financial leadership and extensive nonprofit experience, Cherie brings valuable expertise and a heart for mission-driven work to the Foundation.
Gaston Community Foundation is pleased to welcome Shelby Wilmer as Executive Assistant and Office Operations. Shelby brings experience in counseling, student success, alumni engagement, and relationship building to support the Foundation’s daily operations and mission-driven work.
What can a championship team teach us about building a stronger community? This reflection explores how shared purpose, depth, persistence, and people working together can create lasting wins for Gaston County.
Please join us in welcoming Jenny Moran as GCF’s new Communications and Donor Engagement Officer. With a background in community engagement, volunteer management, and partnership-building, Jenny will help deepen connections as we head toward our 50th anniversary.
Gaston Community Foundation’s Community Grants Cycle is open June 1–June 30. Gaston County nonprofits are invited to submit needs and project ideas for program and organizational support, with awards guided by a careful review process.
Gaston Community Foundation is proud to recognize the 2026 Albert G. Myers Scholarship recipients—eight outstanding students receiving $20,000 over four years through the First Gaston Foundation Fund to support college at the school of their choice.
Next Gen celebrated spring at Fiesta Al Fresco with great food, fellowship, and donations for Camp Sunshine—supporting a long-running summer experience for Gaston County students. The post also shares how to join Next Gen and grow local impact through year-round grantmaking.
TCGC wrapped up a fun, meaningful year with a speaker spotlight on the Mount Holly Farmers Market, senior recognition, and Kona Ice fellowship at the Foundation—plus a look ahead to July when applications open for the next program year.