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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.
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.
October 20, 2021
Now Accepting Applications for Transportation to Employment Grants
The Foundation's Transportation to Employment Grants will support community efforts that assist individuals in obtaining family-sustaining wages or enable individuals to participate in programs that create a pathway for career growth.
October 20, 2021
Now Accepting Applications for Transportation to Employment Grants
The Foundation's Transportation to Employment Grants will support community efforts that assist individuals in obtaining family-sustaining wages or enable individuals to participate in programs that create a pathway for career growth.
October 4, 2021
Applications Requested for 2021 Zach Smith Fund Teacher Grants
Mount Airy educators can now apply for teaching awards from the Zach Smith Fund.
October 4, 2021
Applications Requested for 2021 Zach Smith Fund Teacher Grants
Mount Airy educators can now apply for teaching awards from the Zach Smith Fund.
September 13, 2021
A Message from our New President
LaTida Smith has joined the Foundation’s staff as the fifth president in our 102-year history. Enjoy this video message from LaTida to the community.
September 13, 2021
A Message from our New President
LaTida Smith has joined the Foundation’s staff as the fifth president in our 102-year history. Enjoy this video message from LaTida to the community.
August 23, 2021
We're Hiring — Join the Foundation Team
We're seeking applications for a Program Director, Access to Postsecondary Education to join our team. Apply online with a cover letter and resume by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 15.
August 23, 2021
We're Hiring — Join the Foundation Team
We're seeking applications for a Program Director, Access to Postsecondary Education to join our team. Apply online with a cover letter and resume by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 15.
August 23, 2021
BPI Unveils New Website and Announces Impact Grant Recipients
The Black Philanthropy Initiative of The Winston-Salem Foundation is excited to unveil their new website an announce $5,000 in Impact Grants.
August 23, 2021
BPI Unveils New Website and Announces Impact Grant Recipients
The Black Philanthropy Initiative of The Winston-Salem Foundation is excited to unveil their new website an announce $5,000 in Impact Grants.
July 20, 2021
Awarding $404,820 in Grants Supporting an Inclusive Economy and Equity in Education
We made eight grants totaling $404,820 in the first half of 2021 in support of our two Focus Areas for community investment.