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

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)

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 Tribute.

• $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.