Richard Rankin, President, Gaston Community Foundation

A Deeper Dive Into Donor Advised Funds

December 2, 2025
Thank You

Thank You for an Extraordinary 2025

December 29, 2025

Teens Changing Gaston County Grant Cycle Is LIVE

 

Students could receive up to $1,000 for a grant to support their project on behalf of a Gaston County nonprofit organization! The application link is live now for students in grades 9-12 to apply.

The deadline is January 4, 2026.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BEFORE THE DEADLINE WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Click here to learn more and apply.

 
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.
June 10, 2026

2026 Community Grants Cycle Is Open!

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.
June 8, 2026

Meet the 2026 Albert G. Myers Scholarship Recipients

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.

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