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November 28, 2022
The Women’s Fund Announces 2022 Grant Recipients and Passes $2 Million in Grantmaking
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem awarded ten grants totaling $139,000, surpassing $2 million in grant support to organizations working to improve the lives of women and girls in Forsyth County.
November 28, 2022
The Women’s Fund Announces 2022 Grant Recipients and Passes $2 Million in Grantmaking
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem awarded ten grants totaling $139,000, surpassing $2 million in grant support to organizations working to improve the lives of women and girls in Forsyth County.
November 9, 2022
Staff News & Transitions
Sharing news of promotions for Eric Freeman and Anna Brewer, announcing our new Director, People and Culture, and sharing bittersweet news of Brittney Gaspari's departure.
November 9, 2022
Staff News & Transitions
Sharing news of promotions for Eric Freeman and Anna Brewer, announcing our new Director, People and Culture, and sharing bittersweet news of Brittney Gaspari's departure.
November 9, 2022
Foundation Announces more than $1.7 Million in Scholarships to Local Students
We're pleased to announce scholarship totals for the 2022-2023 academic year: more than $1.7 million has been awarded to 646 students seeking post-secondary education in North Carolina, the Southeast, and beyond.
November 9, 2022
Foundation Announces more than $1.7 Million in Scholarships to Local Students
We're pleased to announce scholarship totals for the 2022-2023 academic year: more than $1.7 million has been awarded to 646 students seeking post-secondary education in North Carolina, the Southeast, and beyond.
September 29, 2022
Supporting Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts
Our prayers go out to the communities impacted by Hurricane Ian. We know that many in our area would like to help those who have been impacted by this natural disaster.
September 29, 2022
Supporting Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts
Our prayers go out to the communities impacted by Hurricane Ian. We know that many in our area would like to help those who have been impacted by this natural disaster.
September 20, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Proposals for Fall Inclusive Economy Grants Program
BPI is accepting proposals that will build economic empowerment for Black households.
September 20, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Proposals for Fall Inclusive Economy Grants Program
BPI is accepting proposals that will build economic empowerment for Black households.
August 24, 2022
Announcing more than $1.2 Million in Community Grants in the First Half of 2022
The Foundation committed $1,279,838 toward 44 Community Grants in the first half of 2022.
August 24, 2022
Announcing more than $1.2 Million in Community Grants in the First Half of 2022
The Foundation committed $1,279,838 toward 44 Community Grants in the first half of 2022.
August 24, 2022
Foundation Awards more than $660,000 in Grants to Advance Equity in Education and Build an Inclusive Economy
The Foundation announces that 15 grants totaling $669,050 were committed in the first half of 2022 to support its two focus areas for community investment: Building an Inclusive Economy and Advancing Equity in Education.
August 24, 2022
Foundation Awards more than $660,000 in Grants to Advance Equity in Education and Build an Inclusive Economy
The Foundation announces that 15 grants totaling $669,050 were committed in the first half of 2022 to support its two focus areas for community investment: Building an Inclusive Economy and Advancing Equity in Education.
August 24, 2022
Staff Promotions and Upcoming Retirement Announced
The Foundation announces that Andrea Hulighan has been promoted to a new position, Vice President, Strategy and Culture, Shamika Starke has been promoted to Director, Strategic Initiatives, and Lisa Purcell, the Foundation’s Executive Vice President, has made plans to retire at the end of 2022.
August 24, 2022
Staff Promotions and Upcoming Retirement Announced
The Foundation announces that Andrea Hulighan has been promoted to a new position, Vice President, Strategy and Culture, Shamika Starke has been promoted to Director, Strategic Initiatives, and Lisa Purcell, the Foundation’s Executive Vice President, has made plans to retire at the end of 2022.
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.
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.