PIEDMONT LITHIUM FOUNDATION

We are inspired to positively impact the world and our community.

We created the Piedmont Lithium Foundation – Power for Life, Inc. to help us make a difference in Gaston County – and wherever we plan to operate to focus on supporting local educational, community, and charitable initiatives   

STEM Education

As a science-based organization, we are committed to supporting the core pillars of a successful education: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). We expect to award scholarships and grants to help further these learnings in our community.

2024 Scholarship
Application

Educational Grant
Application

The Cherryville High School Education Foundation was the recipient of the inaugural gift from Power for Life. Our $10,000 donation is now furthering academic excellence in Cherryville High School.
two smiling people holding an educational grant check
John Chavis Middle School received approximately $6,000 from Power for Life to help build an outdoor classroom and learning laboratory to enhance education about plants, food, and agriculture.

North Carolina Scholarship Recipients

2024 Scholars

photo of scholarship recipient Jocelyn Doorley
Jocelyn Doorley

A graduate of Piedmont Community Charter School attending Appalachian State University

photo of scholarship recipient Lillyann Chambers
Lillyann Chambers

A graduate of Cherryville High School attending Western Carolina University

2023 Scholars

Michael Jones

A Highland School of Technology graduate attending North Carolina State University

Riley Kiser

A Cherryville High School graduate attending Appalachian State University  

 

Ella Tynan

A South Point High School graduate attending Appalachian State University  

Organization Grant Funding

Grant funding is expected to be available for organizations to help support STEM-based learning programs and promote the betterment of our community. 

Organization Grant Application