gaston community foundation

January 24, 2021

We’re so proud to be part of the Belmont and Gastonia community, and we are so lucky to have such incredible partners. We love Gaston Community Foundation, and they love Feel Good Meals. Read on to learn more about this local non-profit!

What is the mission of Gaston Community Foundation?

Mission: the Community Foundation is the leading steward of philanthropic giving by connecting donors with community needs to enhance the lives of present and future generations.

As a nonprofit, public charity governed by a dedicated volunteer board of directors, the Community Foundation has been helping donors fulfill their philanthropic dreams since 1978. Individuals, families and organizations establish funds at the Community Foundation to carry out their charitable giving now and in the future.

When was it established?

They began operations on May 8, 1978 as The Garrison Community Foundation, a non-profit public charity. Initial funding of $726,524 came from remainder assets of the closed Garrison General Hospital. Their 12/31/10 total assets were $92.7 million, with over $15 million of that total in unrestricted community endowments.

In 1987, the name was changed to The Community Foundation of Gaston County, Inc., to better describe its broad community role. The historic name was preserved by simultaneous renaming of the main general fund— now known as the Garrison Fund.

Where can you find them?

1201 E. Garrison Blvd

Gastonia, NC 28054

Why do we love this non-profit?

The Gaston Community Foundation strives to make a positive difference in the lives of current and future county residents. To that end, the Foundation is involved in many projects and is continually looking for ways to better our community using the unrestricted funds, which are gifts made to the foundation to be directed by the Board for maximum impact to the community.

How can you show your support?

Learn about how you can show your support by making a donation!

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