May 12, 2026

After the Deadline: What Tax Season Can Teach Us About Smarter Giving

Right after filing taxes is a powerful moment to refine your charitable strategy. This article highlights three ways to give more efficiently—gifts of appreciated assets, bunching with a donor-advised fund, and IRA QCDs—so your generosity can go further.
April 6, 2026

TCGC + HELP Carolina

TCGC hosted HELP Carolina, Inc. at its March meeting, then packed 120 care bags for unhoused neighbors in Gastonia. The project was powered by an $800 student-led TCGC grant written and executed by Ashbrook students Abby Helms and Tupelo Guzauskas.
March 16, 2026

Registration Full: Impact + Influence Workshop for Nonprofits

Impact + Influence is a one-day workshop designed for nonprofits to sharpen advocacy, strengthen storytelling, build collaboration, and prepare for upcoming Community Grants Cycle opportunities in Gaston County.
March 11, 2026

TCGC @ Least of These Carolinas

TCGC spent a meaningful evening with Least of These Carolinas—touring the new facility, packing Bags of Hope, and learning how LOTC supports children affected by foster and kinship care through resources like supplies, scholarships, and summer camp.
March 10, 2026

Save the Date: Impact + Influence Workshop for Nonprofits

Impact + Influence is a one-day workshop designed for nonprofits to sharpen advocacy, strengthen storytelling, build collaboration, and prepare for upcoming Community Grants Cycle opportunities in Gaston County.
March 9, 2026

A Look Back on a Surprisingly Strong 2025

President Richard Rankin shares why year-end results outperformed expectations—driven by late-year giving, strong grantmaking, and asset growth—and outlines next steps as the Foundation begins a new year of planning, investment review, and fund development.