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November 23, 2020
Parting Words from Outgoing President, Scott Wierman
"As you may know, I announced this summer that I will be stepping down at the end of November from my role as president after 32 years of service."
November 23, 2020
Parting Words from Outgoing President, Scott Wierman
"As you may know, I announced this summer that I will be stepping down at the end of November from my role as president after 32 years of service."
November 18, 2020
Accepting Grant Applications for Youth-led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action is accepting applications from youth-led groups through January 29.
November 18, 2020
Accepting Grant Applications for Youth-led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action is accepting applications from youth-led groups through January 29.
November 17, 2020
The Women’s Fund Announces New Research Report and 2020 Grant Recipients
On Tuesday, November 17, The Women’s Fund announced its 2020 grant recipients, awarding a total of $142,560 to local nonprofits.
November 17, 2020
The Women’s Fund Announces New Research Report and 2020 Grant Recipients
On Tuesday, November 17, The Women’s Fund announced its 2020 grant recipients, awarding a total of $142,560 to local nonprofits.
November 12, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Awards Final Phase of Grants
Today the United Way of Forsyth County and The Winston-Salem Foundation announce that a total of $736,617.92 has been awarded to 36 local nonprofit and charitable organizations.
November 12, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Awards Final Phase of Grants
Today the United Way of Forsyth County and The Winston-Salem Foundation announce that a total of $736,617.92 has been awarded to 36 local nonprofit and charitable organizations.
October 15, 2020
Proposals Requested for Executive Search Services
Our Presidential Search Committee is accepting proposals from executive search firms through noon on October 23.
October 15, 2020
Proposals Requested for Executive Search Services
Our Presidential Search Committee is accepting proposals from executive search firms through noon on October 23.
October 14, 2020
Foundation Announces First Mission-Aligned Investment to Piedmont Business Capital
The Winston-Salem Foundation (WSF) announces the first investment from its new Inclusive Economy Portfolio.
October 14, 2020
Foundation Announces First Mission-Aligned Investment to Piedmont Business Capital
The Winston-Salem Foundation (WSF) announces the first investment from its new Inclusive Economy Portfolio.
October 5, 2020
Whatever it Takes: Supporting Our Students & Educators of Color
Join the Black Philanthropy Initiative virtually on October 15 at 6:30 PM for their annual fundraiser.
October 5, 2020
Whatever it Takes: Supporting Our Students & Educators of Color
Join the Black Philanthropy Initiative virtually on October 15 at 6:30 PM for their annual fundraiser.
September 22, 2020
Foundation Announces more than $1.2 Million in Scholarships
The Winston-Salem Foundation is pleased to announce scholarship totals for the 2020-2021 academic year.
September 22, 2020
Foundation Announces more than $1.2 Million in Scholarships
The Winston-Salem Foundation is pleased to announce scholarship totals for the 2020-2021 academic year.
September 17, 2020
Foundation Awards $575,603 in Community Grants
The Winston-Salem Foundation announces 33 Community Grants totaling $575,603 to local nonprofits.
September 17, 2020
Foundation Awards $575,603 in Community Grants
The Winston-Salem Foundation announces 33 Community Grants totaling $575,603 to local nonprofits.
September 16, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Announces Third and Final Grant Cycle
Today officials from United Way of Forsyth County and The Winston-Salem Foundation announced the third and final phase of grant funding from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
September 16, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Announces Third and Final Grant Cycle
Today officials from United Way of Forsyth County and The Winston-Salem Foundation announced the third and final phase of grant funding from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
September 15, 2020
New Unrestricted Fund Honors Outgoing President Scott Wierman
In mid-August we announced that Scott Wierman, who has served as our president since 1997, has been named president and chief executive officer of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.
September 15, 2020
New Unrestricted Fund Honors Outgoing President Scott Wierman
In mid-August we announced that Scott Wierman, who has served as our president since 1997, has been named president and chief executive officer of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.
September 9, 2020
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem Announces Unsung Suffragist Book Club
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem and MUSE Winston-Salem invites readers to join the Unsung Suffragists Book Club.
September 9, 2020
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem Announces Unsung Suffragist Book Club
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem and MUSE Winston-Salem invites readers to join the Unsung Suffragists Book Club.
September 8, 2020
Teacher Grant Applications Requested for Zach Smith Fund
Mount Airy educators can now apply for teaching awards from the Zach Smith Fund of The Winston-Salem Foundation.
September 8, 2020
Teacher Grant Applications Requested for Zach Smith Fund
Mount Airy educators can now apply for teaching awards from the Zach Smith Fund of The Winston-Salem Foundation.
August 26, 2020
Black Philanthropy Initiative Announces Impact Grant Recipients during Black Philanthropy Month
The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) announces $26,800 in grants awarded from the Black Philanthropy Fund’s Impact Grants program.
August 26, 2020
Black Philanthropy Initiative Announces Impact Grant Recipients during Black Philanthropy Month
The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) announces $26,800 in grants awarded from the Black Philanthropy Fund’s Impact Grants program.
August 18, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund Awards $121,000 Grant to Mitigate the Spread among the Local Hispanic Community
A grant for $121,000 has been awarded to the Hispanic League from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
August 18, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund Awards $121,000 Grant to Mitigate the Spread among the Local Hispanic Community
A grant for $121,000 has been awarded to the Hispanic League from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
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.