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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.
January 19, 2022
Zach Smith Fund Grants more than $18,000 to Educators in Mount Airy
The Zach Smith Fund is pleased to announce that $18,452 was granted to six Mount Airy teachers to support teacher-originated activities in the classroom.
January 19, 2022
Zach Smith Fund Grants more than $18,000 to Educators in Mount Airy
The Zach Smith Fund is pleased to announce that $18,452 was granted to six Mount Airy teachers to support teacher-originated activities in the classroom.
January 10, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Video Proposals for Impact Grants Program
Impact Grants are investments in local programs, projects, and initiatives that support issues impacting Black communities in Forsyth County. Apply online by Monday, February 7.
January 10, 2022
Black Philanthropy Initiative Requests Video Proposals for Impact Grants Program
Impact Grants are investments in local programs, projects, and initiatives that support issues impacting Black communities in Forsyth County. Apply online by Monday, February 7.
December 17, 2021
Applications Requested for 2022 Forsyth County Teacher Grants
Educators in Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools can apply for grant support through Monday, January 31.
December 17, 2021
Applications Requested for 2022 Forsyth County Teacher Grants
Educators in Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools can apply for grant support through Monday, January 31.
December 16, 2021
Equilibrium Impact Ventures Secures Significant Investment from The Winston-Salem Foundation
Equilibrium Impact Ventures received a $250,000 investment from the Foundation to support investments in BIPOC-owned businesses with sustainable social impact.
December 16, 2021
Equilibrium Impact Ventures Secures Significant Investment from The Winston-Salem Foundation
Equilibrium Impact Ventures received a $250,000 investment from the Foundation to support investments in BIPOC-owned businesses with sustainable social impact.
December 14, 2021
Supporting Tornado Relief Efforts
Our prayers go out to the communities impacted by the unprecedented and deadly tornadoes that devastated Kentucky, Illinois, Tennessee and other states in the central and southern U.S. last weekend. We know that many in our area would like to help those who have been impacted by this natural disaster.
December 14, 2021
Supporting Tornado Relief Efforts
Our prayers go out to the communities impacted by the unprecedented and deadly tornadoes that devastated Kentucky, Illinois, Tennessee and other states in the central and southern U.S. last weekend. We know that many in our area would like to help those who have been impacted by this natural disaster.
December 9, 2021
We are Hiring – Join our Team!
Today we’re announcing a search for a new Vice President, Development and Donor Services to join our staff! The position will provide strategic vision and direction to all aspects of the Foundation’s work with charitable individuals, families, and organizations.
December 9, 2021
We are Hiring – Join our Team!
Today we’re announcing a search for a new Vice President, Development and Donor Services to join our staff! The position will provide strategic vision and direction to all aspects of the Foundation’s work with charitable individuals, families, and organizations.
December 8, 2021
Foundation Announces Mission-Aligned Investment to The Do School
A partnership between The Do School, Piedmont Federal Savings Bank, and The Winston-Salem Foundation helped to kickstart the Do School's pilot construction program.
December 8, 2021
Foundation Announces Mission-Aligned Investment to The Do School
A partnership between The Do School, Piedmont Federal Savings Bank, and The Winston-Salem Foundation helped to kickstart the Do School's pilot construction program.
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.