[Gaston Community Foundation](https://cfgaston.org)

Rolling (applications accepted year-round)

Amount varies; supports both individuals and organizations based on need and scope.

Provides financial assistance to North Carolina children under 18 with serious medical, dental, or related needs, and to organizations serving these children.

--- ## Description The Roberts-Miller Children's Fund, administered by the Gaston Community Foundation, offers grants to support children under 18 in North Carolina who face serious medical, dental, or related needs and lack the financial resources for necessary care. The fund also provides grants to organizations that serve these children, with a focus on supporting medically or mentally disadvantaged youth, particularly where public or family resources are unavailable. Eligible uses include, but are not limited to, special equipment, orthodontic interventions to correct significant disfigurement or health threats, and institutional or programmatic support for groups of children within the fund’s mission. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. --- ## Funding Amount - Funding amounts are not specified and are determined based on the needs of the individual child or the scope of the organization's project. - Both individuals and organizations may receive support; the fund emphasizes flexibility to address urgent or significant needs. --- ## Eligibility - **Individuals:** Children under 18 residing in North Carolina with serious medical, dental, or related needs who cannot afford required services. Priority is given where public or family resources are unavailable. - **Organizations:** Nonprofits or programs serving groups of disadvantaged North Carolina children within the fund’s scope. - **Geographic Focus:** Entire state of North Carolina. - **Eligible Needs:** Medical, dental, mental health, special equipment, and orthodontic needs to correct significant disfigurement or health threats. - **Documentation:** Required for application; see application forms for specifics. --- ## Application Process - Applications may be submitted at any time by mailing the completed application and required attachments to: - Nina Greene, Gaston Community Foundation, PO Box 123, Gastonia, NC 28053 - Separate application forms are available for individuals and organizations: - [Individual Application PDF](https://d33jmu032l3t36.cloudfront.net/documents/Roberts-Miller-Application-Individual-PDF.pdf) - [Organization Application PDF](https://d33jmu032l3t36.cloudfront.net/documents/Roberts-Miller-Application-Organization-PDF.pdf) - Attach all supporting documentation as indicated in the application. - For questions, applicants may contact the Foundation by phone or email. --- ## Additional Information - The fund typically prioritizes cases where no other resources (public or family) are available. - Emphasis is placed on urgent and significant needs, with flexibility for special equipment or therapies. - Organizations applying should demonstrate how their project directly benefits eligible children. --- ## External Links - [Roberts-Miller Children's Fund Program Page](https://www.cfgaston.org/roberts-miller-childrens-fund/) - [Gaston Community Foundation Home](https://cfgaston.org) - [Grant Guidelines](https://www.cfgaston.org/grant-guidelines/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Mailing Address | |--------------|----------------------------|---------------|------------------------------------------| | Nina Greene | [info@cfgaston.org](mailto:info@cfgaston.org) | 704-864-0927 | PO Box 123, Gastonia, NC 28053 | For additional questions, visit the [Contact Page](https://cfgaston.org/about/contact-us).

Roberts-Miller Children's Fund

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