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June 30, 2022
Meet our New Vice President, Development and Donor Services
Join us in welcoming Sheila Virgil to our staff as our new Vice President, Development and Donor Services.
June 30, 2022
Meet our New Vice President, Development and Donor Services
Join us in welcoming Sheila Virgil to our staff as our new Vice President, Development and Donor Services.
June 9, 2022
The Women’s Fund Announces 2022 Grants Program
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem is now accepting grant applications focused on building economic security for those who identify as women and girls in Forsyth County.
June 9, 2022
The Women’s Fund Announces 2022 Grants Program
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem is now accepting grant applications focused on building economic security for those who identify as women and girls in Forsyth County.
June 7, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Proposals for New Research Report
BPI is seeking a values-aligned partner or collaboration of partners to develop a new research report.
June 7, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Proposals for New Research Report
BPI is seeking a values-aligned partner or collaboration of partners to develop a new research report.
June 1, 2022
How to Support Communities in Uvalde and Buffalo
Many in our community are seeking ways to help the communities affected by tragic shootings in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, New York.
June 1, 2022
How to Support Communities in Uvalde and Buffalo
Many in our community are seeking ways to help the communities affected by tragic shootings in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, New York.
April 5, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Proposals for Spring Equity in Education Grants Program
The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) is now accepting applications for its spring Equity in Education grants program.
April 5, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Proposals for Spring Equity in Education Grants Program
The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) is now accepting applications for its spring Equity in Education grants program.
March 24, 2022
2022 Forsyth County Teacher Grants Announced
We're pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 Forsyth County Teacher Grants to support professional development opportunities for K-12th grade teachers in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools.
March 24, 2022
2022 Forsyth County Teacher Grants Announced
We're pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 Forsyth County Teacher Grants to support professional development opportunities for K-12th grade teachers in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools.
March 21, 2022
Youth Grantmakers in Action Awards $6,900 to Youth-Led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) announces 7 grants totaling $6,900 to support a variety of youth-led projects in Forsyth County. Applications are open for the 2022-2023 YGA cohort and will be accepted until May 18.
March 21, 2022
Youth Grantmakers in Action Awards $6,900 to Youth-Led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) announces 7 grants totaling $6,900 to support a variety of youth-led projects in Forsyth County. Applications are open for the 2022-2023 YGA cohort and will be accepted until May 18.
March 14, 2022
Our Updated COVID-19 Office Protocols
Effective March 14, the Foundation’s offices will be open to the public during our regular business hours. While all staff and visitors are welcome to mask, we ask that all unvaccinated staff and visitors wear a mask when inside our offices.
March 14, 2022
Our Updated COVID-19 Office Protocols
Effective March 14, the Foundation’s offices will be open to the public during our regular business hours. While all staff and visitors are welcome to mask, we ask that all unvaccinated staff and visitors wear a mask when inside our offices.
March 10, 2022
How to Support Humanitarian Efforts for Ukraine
Many in our community are seeking ways to help the millions of Ukrainians suffering from the devastating humanitarian crises resulting from the Russian invasion of their country in late February. We've gathered a list of nonprofits that are leading international relief efforts.
March 10, 2022
How to Support Humanitarian Efforts for Ukraine
Many in our community are seeking ways to help the millions of Ukrainians suffering from the devastating humanitarian crises resulting from the Russian invasion of their country in late February. We've gathered a list of nonprofits that are leading international relief efforts.
February 28, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Announces Impact Grant Recipients during Black History Month
BPI announces $10,500 in Impact Grants to strengthen programs, projects, and initiatives in local Black communities.
February 28, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Announces Impact Grant Recipients during Black History Month
BPI announces $10,500 in Impact Grants to strengthen programs, projects, and initiatives in local Black communities.
February 9, 2022
Seeking Virtual Volunteers for our Scholarship Program
Did you know that the Foundation provided more than $1.4 million in scholarships to 537 local students last year? Our 2022 scholarship process is open, and we're recruiting virtual volunteers to help us read and score applications this spring! If you'd like to help, please express interest by 2/28.
February 9, 2022
Seeking Virtual Volunteers for our Scholarship Program
Did you know that the Foundation provided more than $1.4 million in scholarships to 537 local students last year? Our 2022 scholarship process is open, and we're recruiting virtual volunteers to help us read and score applications this spring! If you'd like to help, please express interest by 2/28.
February 3, 2022
How You Can Help: Weaver Fertilizer Plant fire
A fire at the Weaver Fertilizer Plant on 1/31 resulted in a 48-hour evacuation, impacting an estimated 6,000 people. Many local organizations, including The American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC’s Providence Program, Goodwill, the NC Diaper Bank and others are assisting those displaced.
February 3, 2022
How You Can Help: Weaver Fertilizer Plant fire
A fire at the Weaver Fertilizer Plant on 1/31 resulted in a 48-hour evacuation, impacting an estimated 6,000 people. Many local organizations, including The American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC’s Providence Program, Goodwill, the NC Diaper Bank and others are assisting those displaced.
January 21, 2022
Foundation Announces more than $1.3 Million in Community Grants in the Second Half of 2021
The Foundation is pleased to announce 51 Community Grants totaling $1,317,794, made possible by community members who support our flexible grantmaking funds.
January 21, 2022
Foundation Announces more than $1.3 Million in Community Grants in the Second Half of 2021
The Foundation is pleased to announce 51 Community Grants totaling $1,317,794, made possible by community members who support our flexible grantmaking funds.
January 21, 2022
Foundation Awards more than $960,000 in Grants to Build Equity in Education and an Inclusive Economy
The Foundation made 15 grants totaling $966,180 in the second half of 2021 in support of its two Focus Areas for community investment: Building an Inclusive Economy and Advancing Equity in Education
January 21, 2022
Foundation Awards more than $960,000 in Grants to Build Equity in Education and an Inclusive Economy
The Foundation made 15 grants totaling $966,180 in the second half of 2021 in support of its two Focus Areas for community investment: Building an Inclusive Economy and Advancing Equity in Education
January 20, 2022
The Winston-Salem Foundation Committee Announces Three New Board Members in 2022
Join us in welcoming Matthew Cullinan, Carol Davis, and Tom Lawson to The Winston-Salem Foundation Committee.
January 20, 2022
The Winston-Salem Foundation Committee Announces Three New Board Members in 2022
Join us in welcoming Matthew Cullinan, Carol Davis, and Tom Lawson to The Winston-Salem Foundation Committee.
July 20, 2021
Announcing $1,018,450 in Community Grants in the First Half of 2021
We're excited to announce 41 Community Grants totaling $1,018,450 to support nonprofits in Forsyth County.