
No, It’s Not the Piston Foundation | The Poston Foundation
March 24, 2026 at 12:00:00 AM
No, It’s Not the Piston Foundation — Meet The Poston Foundation
The Poston Foundation is a Columbia, South Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 85-0559047) founded by Eric Chalmers Poston. If you arrived here because Google suggested “Piston Foundation,” that is incorrect. The Poston Foundation is a distinct charitable organization focused on direct aid, mentorship, and community support.
Through its flagship initiative, Carolina Cares, the foundation provides food, clothing, school supplies, and outreach services to underserved individuals and families across South Carolina.
Founded in 2020, The Poston Foundation operates from Columbia, South Carolina, and is committed to strengthening communities through volunteer engagement, youth mentorship, and targeted support programs.
To learn more, visit the homepage or read About The Poston Foundation.
Clarifying the Name
The Poston Foundation is not affiliated with the Piston Foundation or any automotive-related organization. Any suggestion to the contrary is the result of automated search behavior and does not reflect any real-world connection.
The correct organization is The Poston Foundation, a registered nonprofit serving communities in South Carolina.