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August 18, 2020
Wierman Leaving Foundation to Become President and CEO of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry
Scott F. Wierman, who has served as president of The Winston-Salem Foundation since 1997, has been named president and chief executive officer of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.
August 18, 2020
Wierman Leaving Foundation to Become President and CEO of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry
Scott F. Wierman, who has served as president of The Winston-Salem Foundation since 1997, has been named president and chief executive officer of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.
June 17, 2020
First Round of Scholarship Recipients Announced
We're pleased to announce that $246,352 in merit-based scholarships was recently awarded to 112 local students.
June 17, 2020
First Round of Scholarship Recipients Announced
We're pleased to announce that $246,352 in merit-based scholarships was recently awarded to 112 local students.
June 4, 2020
Our Message to the Community: Taking a Stand Against Racial Injustice
Our hearts are heavy. The horrifying murder of George Floyd, along with other recent and continued acts of aggression against black people, are clear and vile injustices.
June 4, 2020
Our Message to the Community: Taking a Stand Against Racial Injustice
Our hearts are heavy. The horrifying murder of George Floyd, along with other recent and continued acts of aggression against black people, are clear and vile injustices.
June 3, 2020
2020 C.B. Eller Teacher Grants Announced
The Winston-Salem Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 C.B. Eller Teacher Grants for professional development for full or part-time educators employed by the Wilkes County School System.
June 3, 2020
2020 C.B. Eller Teacher Grants Announced
The Winston-Salem Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 C.B. Eller Teacher Grants for professional development for full or part-time educators employed by the Wilkes County School System.
June 1, 2020
Elkin Area Nonprofits Receive $32,100 in Grants
The Elkin Funds of The Winston-Salem Foundation recently made $32,100 in grants to 10 nonprofits serving the Elkin Tri-County area.
June 1, 2020
Elkin Area Nonprofits Receive $32,100 in Grants
The Elkin Funds of The Winston-Salem Foundation recently made $32,100 in grants to 10 nonprofits serving the Elkin Tri-County area.
May 28, 2020
Update on Remote Work and Facility Closing
Effective May 22, North Carolina entered Phase Two of the state's three-part plan to reopen the state's economy.
May 28, 2020
Update on Remote Work and Facility Closing
Effective May 22, North Carolina entered Phase Two of the state's three-part plan to reopen the state's economy.
May 19, 2020
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem Requests 2020 Grant Proposals
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem is now accepting proposals for its 2020 grant cycle.
May 19, 2020
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem Requests 2020 Grant Proposals
The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem is now accepting proposals for its 2020 grant cycle.
May 6, 2020
Foundation Announces Nonprofit Adaptation Grants
The Winston-Salem Foundation announces 83 Nonprofit Adaptation Grants totaling $335,236.
May 6, 2020
Foundation Announces Nonprofit Adaptation Grants
The Winston-Salem Foundation announces 83 Nonprofit Adaptation Grants totaling $335,236.
April 23, 2020
Black Philanthropy Initiative Announces Grants for Remote Learning Access
The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) of The Winston-Salem Foundation offers annual grants that focus on Advancing Equity in Education in Forsyth County.
April 23, 2020
Black Philanthropy Initiative Announces Grants for Remote Learning Access
The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) of The Winston-Salem Foundation offers annual grants that focus on Advancing Equity in Education in Forsyth County.
April 23, 2020
Foundation Awards Community Grants Totaling $431,610
The Winston-Salem Foundation announces 17 Community Grants totaling $431,610 to local nonprofits that will touch the lives of many living in Forsyth County.
April 23, 2020
Foundation Awards Community Grants Totaling $431,610
The Winston-Salem Foundation announces 17 Community Grants totaling $431,610 to local nonprofits that will touch the lives of many living in Forsyth County.
April 22, 2020
Youth Grantmakers in Action Award Grants to Youth-Led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) recently announced 10 grants totaling $7,390 to support youth-led projects in Forsyth County.
April 22, 2020
Youth Grantmakers in Action Award Grants to Youth-Led Projects
Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) recently announced 10 grants totaling $7,390 to support youth-led projects in Forsyth County.
April 20, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Awards Second Round of Grants
A total of $1,501,000 has been awarded to 37 local nonprofits in the second round of grants awarded from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
April 20, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Awards Second Round of Grants
A total of $1,501,000 has been awarded to 37 local nonprofits in the second round of grants awarded from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
April 6, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Awards First Grants
A total of $1,062,000 has been awarded to 15 local nonprofits in the first announcement of grants awarded from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
April 6, 2020
COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County Awards First Grants
A total of $1,062,000 has been awarded to 15 local nonprofits in the first announcement of grants awarded from the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
March 24, 2020
An Update on the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County
On March 18, officials from United Way Forsyth County, The Winston Salem Foundation, the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County and Community Organizations Active in Disaster announced the formation of COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
March 24, 2020
An Update on the COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County
On March 18, officials from United Way Forsyth County, The Winston Salem Foundation, the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County and Community Organizations Active in Disaster announced the formation of COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County.
March 13, 2020
An Important Update: Our Response to COVID-19
Dear Friends, The Winston-Salem Foundation is fortunate to be part of this caring, generous, and resilient community.
March 13, 2020
An Important Update: Our Response to COVID-19
Dear Friends, The Winston-Salem Foundation is fortunate to be part of this caring, generous, and resilient community.
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.