Harold T. Sumner Grants
The Harold T. Sumner Professional Education Grants support training and education for key staff in Gaston County nonprofits to strengthen organizational and community impact.
Funder: Gaston Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 total per year; may be split among one or more recipients.
Summary: Supports professional education or training for key staff of Gaston County nonprofits to build organizational capacity and community impact.
Key Information: Not active in 2026; next opportunity projected for June 2026.
Description
The Harold T. Sumner Professional Education Grants are designed to strengthen charitable, cultural, and educational organizations in Gaston County, North Carolina, by supporting the professional development of key nonprofit staff. The grant honors Harold Townsend Sumner, a founding leader of the Gaston Community Foundation, and aims to empower local nonprofits through targeted investment in staff training and education. The grant is awarded to independent nonprofits seeking funding for a key staff member (with at least one year of service) to participate in professional training opportunities, with a preference for local or in-state programs.
