Belmont Community Organization (BCO)
BCO assists Belmont residents who are in crisis and those who struggle under poverty. Individuals can contribute to the BCO by donating food, clothing, and household items. Donations can be taken directly to the BCO or left in the gray bin at the front entrance of the church. Individuals can also volunteer at the BCO to assist with organizational needs each week.

Catherine’s House
Catherine’s House, located right here in Belmont, empowers women and children who are experiencing homelessness by providing safe housing and supportive services that build self-sufficiency. You can serve by babysitting, pantry stocking, assisting with receptionist duties and special events. Group service opportunities are also available throughout the year.

Community Blood Drives
Giving blood is a selfless act of generosity. Blood donation makes a significant difference for people in desperate need. Jesus shed His blood so that we might live. When we give blood, we are offering part of our lives to save the lives of others. We host three blood drives throughout the year that individuals can be a part of, alternating between the American Red Cross and OneBlood organizations. Volunteers can also sign up to help with registration on the day of a blood drive.

Feed the Children
FPC Belmont partners with Gaston County Schools to provide meals during extended school holidays (the Winter Break and Spring Break) for children who depend on school-provided meals during the academic year. Volunteer opportunities are communicated prior to our bi-annual events, where both children and adults can assist with preparing, assembling, and delivering the meals to the children’s homes. CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER - SPRING 2026 FEED THE CHILDREN

FPC Sewing Group
The Sewing Group gathers for meaningful fellowship and hands‑on service as they create items that offer comfort and care to those in our church and community. Projects include prayer shawls, baby blankets, throws for individuals in need, blankets for the homeless, and hygiene pads for girls in Malawi, Africa. The group is open to all—no sewing experience required. Tasks range from tracing and cutting to assembling and sewing, and fabric donations are always appreciated. The group meets on Wednesdays at 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall.

Guatemala Microloan Project
We partner with the Presbytery of Western North Carolina to support Guatemalan women as they develop sustainable sources of income for themselves and their families. This ministry also offers the opportunity to serve as a prayer partner for one of the women in the program. As a prayer partner, you are paired with a participant from one of the Microloan (ML) groups and receive information about her family, her business, and her specific prayer needs. You are invited to pray for her regularly, and you will receive ongoing updates from the PWNC coordinator. It is deeply meaningful for each woman to know someone is praying for her—and she will be praying for you as well.

Habitat for Humanity
Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Our partnership with Habitat is longstanding and has positively impacted many lives throughout the Gaston County area. Volunteering with Habitat can range from construction and repair projects to assisting at the Habitat ReStore, and more. Various volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year and are announced as they become available.

Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels is a ministry of FPC that supports seniors in our community, especially those who are homebound or have limited mobility, by providing nutritious meals and essential care. Volunteers can serve once a month by picking up and delivering prepared lunches, and there are additional opportunities to help with meal preparation, packing, and administrative support.

Reading Soul Mates
We are glad to partner with the Gaston Literacy Council to support 2nd grade students in Gaston County Schools who need to strengthen their reading and literacy skills. Volunteers serve by reading with assigned students just one hour each week, offering encouragement and consistency that make a meaningful difference. No experience is required—just a willingness to help a child grow in confidence and ability. For those who wish to get involved, volunteers may sign up directly through the Gaston Literacy Council.

Rice N Beans
Rice N Beans provides hot meals, clothing, basic medical first aid, and personal care items to our homeless neighbors in Gaston County. By meeting immediate needs and serving each person with love and kindness, this ministry seeks to offer encouragement while affirming dignity and hope through the message of Jesus Christ. Volunteers serve alongside individuals from other churches and community organizations every Tuesday at 5:45 p.m. in the back parking lot of the Gastonia United Way office. Donations of essential items are also welcomed throughout the year and can be placed in the designated bin in the church’s Gathering Area.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace
We are grateful to partner with the national organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) through its local Belmont chapter. SHP builds and delivers beds to children who do not have a bed of their own, ensuring that “No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town.” Through this ministry, volunteers learn new skills, enjoy meaningful fellowship, and share the love of Jesus in a practical and compassionate way. Volunteers can participate in a build day, help deliver beds, donate twin‑size “bed‑in‑a‑bag” linens, or sponsor a build. FPC Belmont hosts multiple bed builds and delivery opportunities throughout the year, so stay tuned for volunteer information.

Yoga for Parkinson’s
We are delighted to partner with the Parkinson Association of the Carolinas (PAC) to offer a weekly class for individuals living with Parkinson’s or similar medical conditions. Yoga for Parkinson’s provides participants and their care partners an opportunity for therapeutic exercise with a certified yoga instructor, along with meaningful fellowship and support. The class is funded through the PAC and is free for all participants.

Volunteers serve as hosts—welcoming class members, managing the sign‑in sheet, and simply being a friendly, consistent presence. You may volunteer at one or both Monday classes: 10:00 – 10:45 am and/or 11:15 am – 12:00 pm. CLICK HERE TO VIEW CURRENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.

Weekend Backpack Program
FPC Belmont’s Weekend Backpack Program provides food bags to our designated partner school for students who rely on Gaston County Schools for their daily nutrition during the school year. Volunteer opportunities include weekly packing or delivering of food bags to our partner school during the GCS academic year.