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
March 13, 2026
Next Gen gathered for a family-friendly service night with Habitat for Humanity—painting and creating gifts for new homeowners while building fellowship, making new friends, and helping neighbors in need.
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.
February 2, 2026
January is a season of action at the Foundation. Through listening, learning, and collaboration with donors, nonprofits, advisors, and civic partners, we’re aligning charitable resources with meaningful outcomes and the needs ahead.
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 29, 2025
A heartfelt year-end message of gratitude to the donors, nonprofit partners, and community leaders who helped strengthen lives across Gaston County in 2025—and an invitation to carry that momentum into 2026 as we look ahead to our 50th anniversary in 2028.
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.
October 30, 2025
Next Gen celebrates 25 years of accessible, community-powered philanthropy in Gaston County.