link resources to action, strengthening Forsyth County—now and forever.
Introducing our New President
We are pleased to announce that LaTida Smith is now the fifth president of our 102-year-old community foundation.
Smith was selected by the Foundation’s board after an extensive national search. She is uniquely positioned to lead the organization into our second century of service and bring people together from all walks of life who want to build a better future in Forsyth County.
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Undesign the Redline Exhibit Now on Display
Many community partners have collaborated to bring Undesign the Redline to Winston-Salem, an exhibit on our local and national history of redlining.
The exhibit is on display at Forsyth County Central Library through 2/28/22.
Latest News
November 24, 2021
Accepting Applications for Youth-Led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action makes grants annually to youth-led projects that address community issues and challenges and that have a positive impact on other youth. YGA is accepting applications through Monday, January 31.
November 24, 2021
Accepting Applications for Youth-Led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action makes grants annually to youth-led projects that address community issues and challenges and that have a positive impact on other youth. YGA is accepting applications through Monday, January 31.
November 22, 2021
The Women’s Fund Announces 2021 Grant Recipients
The Women's Fund awarded nine grants totaling $122,410 at its annual luncheon celebration.
November 22, 2021
The Women’s Fund Announces 2021 Grant Recipients
The Women's Fund awarded nine grants totaling $122,410 at its annual luncheon celebration.
November 1, 2021
Foundation Announces more than $1.4 Million in Scholarships to Local Students
More than $1.4 million has been awarded to 537 students seeking post-secondary education in North Carolina, the Southeast, and beyond.
November 1, 2021
Foundation Announces more than $1.4 Million in Scholarships to Local Students
More than $1.4 million has been awarded to 537 students seeking post-secondary education in North Carolina, the Southeast, and beyond.
Community Matters Blog
Our commitment to racial equity
Learn more about how and why the Foundation is applying a racial equity lens to its work in the community—as well as inside its own walls.
Read about our Commitment to Racial Equity
Our focus areas for community investment
Learn how the Foundation is evolving to meet our community’s needs through our Focus Areas.
Read about our Focus Areas
Strategic Initiatives
Black Philanthropy
Initiative
The Black Philanthropy Initiative educates people to utilize their philanthropic strengths of time, talent, and treasure to impact meaningful change and address identified needs in the black community.
Read about Black Philanthropy Initiative
