About
The Community Foundation’s Board of Directors is made up of well-respected individuals and community leaders who govern the Foundation. The Community Foundation staff are experienced professionals dedicated to the organization’s mission and values.
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Our Staff
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Ernest Sumner
President
704-864-0927, ext. 106
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Carey Barnett
Financial Officer
704-864-0927, ext. 107
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Nina Greene
Grants and Scholarships Officer & First Gaston Foundation Fund Officer
704-864-0927, ext. 103
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Angela Micalizzi
Financial Manager
704-864-0927, ext 105
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Elizabeth Patton
Donor Development Officer
704-864-0927, ext. 104
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Lauren Vanacore
Community Engagement Officer
704-864-0927, ext. 102
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Sydney Wyrick
Communications/Office Administrator
704-864-0927, ext. 101
Legal Counsel
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John D. Kersh
Legal Counsel
Our Board
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Robert Caldwell
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Nazrul Chowdhury
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Jennifer Davis
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Dr. Mark Epstein
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Mike Fayed
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John Griffith
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Dr. Kelvin Harris
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Davidson Hobson
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John Lowery
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John McGill
Secretary/Treasurer
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Nancy Paschall
Past Chair
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Jane Pearson
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Chris Peek
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Tony Powell
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David Rogers
Chair
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Bob Spencer
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Amy Spencer
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Jennie Stultz
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Pam Warlick
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Steven Wilson
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Dave Wofford