Next Generation Giving Circle 25th Anniversary Celebration

October 30, 2025
Food donations on a table

Lowery Challenge: Fighting Hunger in Gaston County

December 2, 2025

A Season of Gratitude at Gaston Community Foundation

 

As we enter this season of gratitude, Gaston Community Foundation is especially thankful for the people who make our work possible. Every gift, every volunteer hour, every act of generosity—large or small—strengthens the fabric of our community and moves us closer to a brighter, more equitable future for Gaston County.

This year, our donors have stepped forward in remarkable ways. You’ve supported the causes you care about, trusted us to steward your philanthropic goals, and partnered with us to create lasting impact. We don’t take that trust lightly. Your generosity ensures local nonprofits have the resources they need to serve, innovate, and uplift.

We are equally grateful for the nonprofit leaders, board members, staff, and volunteers who work tirelessly to meet local needs. Their dedication inspires us daily.

During this season of reflection, we celebrate you—our community of givers—whose vision and compassion demonstrate what’s possible when people come together. Thank you for believing in Gaston County and for allowing the Foundation to be part of your philanthropy. Together, we are building a stronger tomorrow.

 
July 13, 2026

Gaston Community Foundation Welcomes Shelby Wilmer

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.
July 6, 2026

What Do Champions and Communities Have in Common?

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.
June 12, 2026

Welcoming Jenny Moran to Gaston Community Foundation

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.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Large or small,
every gift counts.