Press & Resource Center

Facts, media assets, public records, and press information.

Use these resources for accurate references to The Poston Foundation, Carolina Cares, The Poston Preserve Initiative, leadership, public records, and selected media coverage.

Foundation Facts

A concise institutional reference.

The Poston Foundation

South Carolina 501(c)(3) public charity based in Columbia.

March 24, 2020

Founding date.

EIN 85-0559047

Federal tax identification number.

Carolina Cares

Direct aid centered on practical Essentials Kits and related community support.

Poston Preserve

Public history, preservation, community development, beautification, and long-term planning.

Eric Chalmers Poston

Founder & Executive Director.

Downloadable Media Kit

Approved identity and background materials.

The media kit includes high-resolution transparent Foundation logos, approved program imagery, a Foundation fact sheet, organizational boilerplate, executive bio, media contact information, and asset-use guidance.

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Resources by Audience

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For Sponsors & Partners

Review Carolina Cares sponsorship levels, the funding package, volunteer pathways, and partnership contact information.

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Program Materials

Current fundraising and program references.

Carolina Cares Program Brief

Current direct-aid model, Essentials Kits, operating framework, and fundraising context.

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Carolina Cares Funding Package

Funding brief, sponsorship information, program model, and stewardship materials.

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Poston Preserve Phase One

Funding brief for the Restore Poston founding pilot and Phase One framework.

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Selected Coverage

Public reporting connected to the Foundation’s early work.

WACH FOX 57 · June 25, 2020

Homeless Man Receives Unexpected Surprise

Reporter Chloe Carlson documented early Carolina Cares direct-aid work in Columbia during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Press Contact

Contact The Poston Foundation.

Current Record

Follow current Foundation updates and public information.