June 10, 2026
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.
May 12, 2026
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.
March 9, 2026
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.
February 4, 2026
Next Gen is gathering for a Family Service Night at Habitat for Humanity in Gastonia to prepare welcome items for families moving into new homes. Come for the full event or drop in, enjoy food together, and RSVP to Lauren Vanacore.
February 3, 2026
At their January meeting, the TCGC Board voted to distribute nearly $5,000 from the TCGC endowment to support eight student-led projects with local nonprofit partners—strengthening services, expanding access, and meeting real community needs.
January 22, 2026
When food assistance uncertainty raised urgent concerns, GCF moved quickly—partnering with Second Harvest and launching the Lowery Challenge for Hunger Relief. A $50,000 match from John and Malinda Lowery, plus an anonymous $50,000 gift, helped drive $123,720 raised to support Gaston County food banks.
December 2, 2025
President Richard Rankin explores how Donor Advised Funds at Gaston Community Foundation operate like “charitable checking accounts,” giving donors an easy, flexible way to support nonprofits, simplify tax records, and grow their charitable dollars through invested funds.
December 2, 2025
A $50,000 gift from Malinda and John Lowery, matched by an anonymous donor, has already directed over $100,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank.
December 2, 2025
As we enter this season of gratitude, Gaston Community Foundation is especially thankful for the donors, volunteers, and nonprofit partners whose generosity strengthens Gaston County. Together, we’re turning compassion into lasting impact and building a stronger tomorrow.