Mission Oversight
Maintaining attention to the Foundation's charitable purpose and public-service priorities in South Carolina.
The Poston Foundation
Leadership and Governance
Stewardship. Accountability. Service.
The Poston Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors and led by its Executive Director in support of its charitable mission in South Carolina.
At a Glance
A defined structure for responsible charitable operations.
This page provides an overview of the Foundation's leadership, board structure, and governance posture for donors, grantmakers, partners, and the public.
- Founded
- 2020
- Headquarters
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Organization
- South Carolina nonprofit corporation
- Federal Status
- IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity
- Service Area
- South Carolina
- Primary Initiative
- Carolina Cares
Governance Overview
Board oversight aligned with charitable purpose.
The Foundation is governed by a three-member Board of Directors. Board leadership supports organizational oversight, responsible stewardship, policy administration, and the continued development of charitable operations.
Responsible Stewardship
Supporting careful administration, financial oversight, documentation, and responsible use of charitable resources.
Policy and Accountability
Working through bylaws, internal policies, conflict-of-interest standards, and core organizational controls.
Board of Directors
Leadership grounded in stewardship and service.
The Board provides governance and organizational oversight while supporting the Foundation's responsible growth and charitable readiness.
Founder and Executive Director
Executive Leadership and Director
Eric C. Poston
Founder & Executive Director President Treasurer Secretary Director
Eric C. Poston founded The Poston Foundation in 2020 and serves as its Executive Director and a member of the Board of Directors. Drawing on an attorney and entrepreneur background, he oversees operations, compliance, governance coordination, and program development.
His work centers on building the Foundation's organizational infrastructure, public credibility, and charitable readiness in South Carolina. He coordinates the practical systems that support responsible operations, careful public communication, and the development of the Foundation's current charitable work, including Carolina Cares.
Director
Harold Chalmers Poston
Harold Chalmers Poston serves on the Board of Directors and supports governance, stewardship, and organizational oversight in furtherance of the Foundation's charitable mission.
Director
Maxine Moody Poston
Maxine Moody Poston serves on the Board of Directors and supports governance, stewardship, and organizational oversight in furtherance of the Foundation's charitable mission.
Governance and Accountability
Core practices that support responsible operations.
Governance at the Foundation is supported by organizational documents and internal practices designed to strengthen accountability, stewardship, and consistent decision-making.
Bylaws and Board Oversight
Board responsibilities and organizational decision-making are guided by the Foundation's governing documents and charitable purpose.
Conflict-of-Interest Standards
Conflict-of-interest standards support impartial decision-making and attention to the Foundation's charitable interests.
Internal Controls
Core internal controls and documentation practices support stewardship, operational consistency, and responsible administration.
Charitable Compliance
Operations are organized with attention to nonprofit obligations, accurate public communication, and appropriate use of charitable resources.
Leadership in Service
Governance connected to practical charitable work.
Carolina Cares is the Foundation's current primary public-facing initiative, focused on practical, dignity-centered direct aid as funding allows. Leadership supports the operational planning, stewardship, documentation, and responsible public communication needed to sustain that work.
Learn More
A serious nonprofit structure for practical service.
Learn more about The Poston Foundation's mission or support the Carolina Cares Initiative through its secure donation pathway.