Ways to Give

3 frames with ways people can give back to the organization

Ways to Give: Time • Money • Knowledge

Keep Gastonia Beautiful thrives because of the generosity of people who share their time, resources, and expertise. Whether you volunteer, donate, or share what you know, you’re helping to shape a cleaner, greener, and more connected Gastonia.

GIVE YOUR TIME

Interested in volunteering?
One time event volunteering or ongoing/recurring options are available.

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Event Prep (getting cleanup supplies ready for big cleanup events)
Event Help (Occasional Big Events Example: Beetopia, sustainability at city events)
Special Projects (in office projects, could include school year prep, copies, etc.)
Graffiti cleanup downtown
Beautification (Tree plantings, landscaping, community garden: planting, cleaning, building)
Farmers Market (Could include taking pre-paid orders to customers vehicles, helping with events, etc.)
Outreach & Education (Workshops, school programs, community awareness campaigns)
Historical Downtown Tours (could help finalize our project and/or give tours once finished)

 

Board of Directors

Keep Gastonia Beautiful is both a City-recognized department and a non-profit organization. Our City funding supports essential operations, while our non-profit status allows us to fundraise, apply for grants, and take on special projects that expand our impact.

As a board, we’re more than a cleanup crew—we’re community leaders. Together, we influence how Gastonia handles solid waste, promotes recycling, conserves resources, and creates beauty in public spaces.  Everyone is welcome to attend - no board membership fee is required.

Board Meetings: 2nd Thursday, every other month at 4:00 PM (January, March, May, July, September, November)

March 12, 2026 - City of Gastonia Municipal Operations Center (1300 N. Broad Street)
May 14, 2026 - City of Gastonia Municipal Operations Center (1300 N. Broad Street)
July 9, 2026 - City of Gastonia Municipal Operations Center (1300 N. Broad Street)
September 10, 2026
November 12, 2026

Interested in joining the Board?
juliann.lehman@gastonianc.gov | 704-869-1938

 

GIVE YOUR MONEY

Living Tree Tribute

Honor a loved one with a Living Tree Tribute, send a message for a link to pay:  juliann.lehman@gastonianc.gov

  • $25 minimum donation plants a tree on public property.

  • An acknowledgment certificate is sent to the recipient or family.

General Donations

Donations are accepted year-round and may be directed to projects like:

  • Bees

  • Trees

  • Gardens

  • Education

  • And more!

Every contribution supports beautification, conservation, and education in Gastonia.

 

GIVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE

We love learning from community experts! If you have experience in areas like:

  • Recycling

  • Plant identification

  • Stormwater management

  • Composting

  • Environmental education

…we’d love to collaborate. Your knowledge can inspire workshops, school programs, and community events.

No matter how you give—time, money, or knowledge—you’re helping to make Gastonia more beautiful and sustainable.