Grants
Grants
Strengthening Our Community's Health
Health is shaped by more than medical care. Access to nutritious food, education, stable housing and timely medical care all play a role in a community's overall well-being. In fiscal year 2026, the CaroMont Health Foundation awarded more than $1.1 million to organizations and programs addressing these needs. Grants are awarded through an annual cycle aligned with CaroMont Health's strategic priorities and the Social Determinants of Health, supporting work that addresses the root causes of health disparities in our region.
Fiscal Year 2026
Grants Impact
Support grants with a gift to our Where the Need Is Greatest Fund.
Grant Recipients
Dollars Awarded
Benefits this Community
Application Details
Community Grants
Grants from the CaroMont Health Foundation are funded through employee and community contributions and support non-profits improving the health and well-being of the community. Review the details below before applying.
Application
The fiscal year 2027 (FY27) application window is now closed. The next grants cycle will open in February 2027.
Requirements
- Grants will only be awarded to organizations or programs operating in Gaston County or primarily for the benefit of Gaston County
- Eligible organizations must hold 501(c)(3) status
Funding Guidelines
Available for:
- Materials and equipment (excluding promotional items)
- Healthcare-related medications and services
- Health promotion and disease prevention projects
Not available for:
- Capital campaigns
- Events (may be sponsored through Public Affairs at sponsorships@caromonthealth.org)
- Staff salaries
- Rent or mortgage for program or project spaces
- Multi-year projects
Criteria
- Projects must support one or more of the Foundation's four focus areas within the Social Determinants of Health: Access to Care, Education, Family Support or Quality of Care
- Proposals must directly support CaroMont Health's mission to provide compassionate, exceptional and highly reliable care
- Measurable outcomes and reporting methods must be identified
Evaluation & Timeline
- Applications are reviewed and evaluated by the Grants Advisory Board
- Awards are announced in June
- Funds are disbursed for one-year grants after July 10
- New applicants are strongly encouraged to schedule a meeting with Foundation staff before submitting an application; contact foundation@caromonthealth.org to schedule
FY2026
Grant Partners
Each year, the CaroMont Health Foundation partners with local organizations to fund programs that address the Social Determinants of Health across our community.
BackPack Weekend Food Program | BackPack Weekend Food Program
Provides nutritious non-perishable weekend meals to Gaston County school students in food-insecure households.
Belmont Abbey College | High-Fidelity Simulation Equipment
Funds the integration of high-fidelity adult simulation into the patient simulation lab used to train nursing students.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Gaston | Meal & Snack Program
Provides a weekly meal and daily healthy snacks for Club youth after school.
Cancer Services of Gaston County | Patient Assistance Program
Provides patients with cancer-related medications, medical equipment, transportation and other essential care items.
CaroMont Health Birthplace | Burial Support for Grieving Families
Provides financial support for burial or cremation services to families grieving the loss of a baby.
CaroMont Health Cancer Center | Oncology Dental Program
Helps patients receive essential dental services needed to safely undergo cancer treatment.
CaroMont Health Cardiac Rehab | Patient Exercise Programming & Education Services
Provides access to exercise and education services for patients who are underinsured, uninsured or have exceptionally high co-pays or deductibles.
CaroMont Health Cardiac Intermediate Care | New Nurse Education
Provides targeted education and review for new nurse graduates hired into monitored telemetry units.
CaroMont Health Case Management | Medications & Services Support
Assists uninsured patients with medications, home health care, rehab and other resources to maintain their care needs after hospital discharge.
CaroMont Health Emergency Department | SANE Equipment & Training for Nurses
Funds the purchase of two Cortexflo cameras and training for four SANE nurses to serve patients who come to the Emergency Department following a sexual assault.
CaroMont Health Imaging in partnership with Kintegra Health | Breast Health Outreach & Mobile Mammography
Provides mobile mammography services to uninsured and underinsured individuals, plus health education and guidance if breast cancer is detected.
CaroMont Health Nursing Services | Nursing Certifications
Funds certification and recertification costs for CaroMont Health nurses.
CaroMont Health Sports Medicine Outreach | Student CPR and First Aid Training
Funds CPR and first aid training for students, teaching them to recognize and respond to sport-related injuries.
CaroMont Health Workforce Transition | CaroMont Health Apprenticeship and Mentorship Program (CHAMP)
Supports the development and mentoring of CaroMont Health staff who wish to pursue a healthcare career and further their education.
Carolina Caring Foundation | Bamboo Health Pings Platform Implementation
Funds implementation of the Bamboo Health Pings platform to prevent treatment gaps, reduce readmissions and enhance patient outcomes.
Dream Center Academy | Academic Enrichment Experiences
Provides academic enrichment experiences for middle and high school students.
Gaston College Foundation | Medical Sonography Equipment
Funds the purchase of ultrasound equipment for the medical sonography program.
Heart Society of Gaston County | Medication Assistance Program
Removes the cost barrier for cardiac medications so all participants have access to their prescriptions.
Holy Angels | Medical Equipment for Children’s Campus
Funds the purchase of critical medical devices and technology to ensure the highest standard of care and safety for residents of the Holy Angels Children’s Campus.
Kintegra Health | Car Seats for the Community
Provides and properly installs car seats for families in need throughout the community.