GIO Foundation

GIO Foundation Join us in building a brighter future!

The GIO Foundation honors Giovanni Emil Zappitelli by encouraging kids to “Go Inspire Others.” Through giving, education, and leadership, we empower youth to become givers, leaders, and difference-makers.

04/25/2026

Kicks & Cuts was a success 💛

So grateful for the opportunity to serve our community again. Seeing all the smiles and confidence on the kids’ faces made it all worth it.

Thank you to our volunteers, everyone who came out, and everyone who helped make this day so special — we couldn’t have done it without you.

Until next time 🙌✨

04/24/2026

Kicks & Cuts is officially tomorrow, and we can’t wait to serve our community again and see all the smiles on the kids’ faces 💛

We appreciate everyone who signed up — we’re ready for you!

To receive a FREE haircut and/or FREE pair of shoes, your child must be present at the event.

🕙 Time: 10AM–2PM
📍 Location: City Church Gastonia

See you tomorrow! 🙌✨

03/26/2026

We’re BACK! 🎉✂️👟

Kicks & Cuts Family Registration is officially OPEN! We can’t wait to serve our community again and see all the smiles on the kids’ faces 💛

To receive a FREE haircut and/or FREE pair of shoes, your child must be present at the event.

🕙 Time: 10AM–2PM
📍 Location: City Church Gastonia

Spots fill up fast — click the link to register your child today! 🙌✨

🔗 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/family-kicks-and-cuts

03/17/2026

St. Patrick’s Day with Gio was ALWAYS a vibe ☘️💚
Parades, Irish music, LIVE bagpipes, and head-to-toe green fits 🍀✨

He loved every second of it and honestly, so did we 💚
The best kind of memories.

Kicks & Cuts is BACK! 🤍✂️👟We’re looking for amazing Gio Helpers to join us on April 25, 2026 in Gastonia, NC.We are seek...
02/28/2026

Kicks & Cuts is BACK! 🤍✂️👟

We’re looking for amazing Gio Helpers to join us on April 25, 2026 in Gastonia, NC.

We are seeking licensed professional hair stylists and dedicated volunteers who are willing to donate their time and talent to serve children in our community.

Register here and be part of something special:
https://tr.ee/TXo7Pnvaf-

Let’s Go Inspire Others. ✨

02/24/2026

Kicks & Cuts is back! 👟✂️
Fresh kicks. Fresh cuts. Big smiles.

📅 April 25, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 City Church – Gastonia, NC

We’ll be giving away brand new shoes in all kids’ sizes and providing FREE haircuts for both girls and boys to help families get ready with confidence.

We are currently seeking licensed hairstylists and volunteers who would love to serve our community and make a difference.

Stay tuned for updates on family registration and volunteer sign-ups, we can’t wait to see you there! 🤍

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️
Gio loved making this day special — baking treats, crafting cards, and reminding everyone how much they mattered.
Let’s continue his legacy by spreading love wherever we go.

02/08/2026

This week, our hearts were full.

The Gio Foundation partnered with Hands of Mercy to bring hope to children and families in Honduras—kids who simply needed a chance. Every year, Hands of Mercy gives bookbags to children whose families can’t afford one, and this time, we were honored to be part of that mission.

At Instituto Sebastián Martínez in Ajuterique, Honduras, more than 100 children received a brand-new bookbag. Watching their faces light up and seeing the joy in their smiles reminded us that even the smallest acts of kindness can create a lasting impact.

A bookbag is more than supplies—it’s confidence, opportunity, and a reminder that they are seen, valued, and supported.

This is Gio’s legacy.
Go Inspire Others 🤍🎒✨

01/23/2026

From tiny hands in full chef attire to the sweetest acts of kindness 🤍👨‍🍳
Baking with Gio was never just about the treats. It was about the joy in chopping, mixing, watching through the oven light, and proudly holding his own oven mitt beside Mommy’s 🧁✨

He loved creating with love, but his favorite part came after. Carefully packaging each treat, choosing who it was for, and waiting patiently just to see a smile. Giving what he made meant everything to him.

These are the moments we carry forward 🤍
The lessons of kindness, generosity, and sharing love — just as Gio did 💙✨

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3100 City Church St
Gastonia, NC
28056

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