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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
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.
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.
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.
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.