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Explore the latest news, stories, and updates from Gaston Community Foundation, including grant announcements, donor and nonprofit spotlights, scholarship highlights, and community impact across Gaston County.
May 18, 2026
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.
May 14, 2026
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.
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.
April 6, 2026
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.
April 2, 2026
Fiesta Al Fresco is a Next Gen Giving Circle social featuring a Tex-Mex bar and Mexican-inspired drinks—plus a chance to support Camp Sunshine through donated items. RSVP by April 13 to LVanacore@cfgaston.org
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