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Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) is a diverse, youth-led group in Forsyth County that plays a meaningful role in local philanthropy. YGA members gain leadership experience and come together to not only share their perspectives and highlight issues that youth face, but decide on and make grants to community programs… more info Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) is a diverse, youth-led group in Forsyth County that plays a meaningful role in local…

We’re excited to share that thanks to increasing public interest, we’ve extended the Undesign the Redline exhibit through February 28, 2022! Feel free to join us for one of our guided tours if you’d like to engage with others in conversation about the exhibit’s key themes and insights. View upcoming… more info We're excited to share that thanks to increasing public interest, we've extended the Undesign the Redline exhibit throug…

Happy holidays from The Winston-Salem Foundation team! Our offices will be closed on Friday, December 24 and Friday, December 31. With another difficult year coming to an end, we hope you can make time to rest, reflect, and recharge with those you love. In the new year, we look forward… more info Happy holidays from The Winston-Salem Foundation team! Our offices will be closed on Friday, December 24 and Friday, Dec…

Public educators are such an important part of a healthy and thriving community. We’re lucky to have so many inspiring teachers, like Deeann Kidd, right here in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. Do you know a local teacher who would benefit from grant support? Help us spread the word: we’re accepting applications… more info Public educators are such an important part of a healthy and thriving community. We're lucky to have so many inspiring t…

We’re so excited to collaborate with Equilibrium Impact Ventures to support investments in local BIPOC-owned businesses with sustainable social impact. Read more about this exciting partnership and how we’re aligning investments with our mission at wsfoundation.org/latest-news/equilibrium-impact-ventures

Single parents are the main support system for their children, but sometimes, they need support themselves. That’s where organizations like MyFACE come in. “We’re a holistic project so we do more than just look at the social-economic impact. We also look at leadership development, skills, communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving and… more info Single parents are the main support system for their children, but sometimes, they need support themselves. That's where…

If you’re passionate about linking charitable resources to action and engaging with diverse donors in the Winston-Salem community, now is your chance to join the Foundation team! We’re hiring a Vice President, Development and Donor Services to provide strategic vision for our work with charitable individuals, families, and organizations. Visit… more info If you're passionate about linking charitable resources to action and engaging with diverse donors in the Winston-Salem…

Today is #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Many Forsyth County nonprofits are hosting their own Giving Tuesday campaigns — we encourage you to kick off the charitable season by donating local today. Comment with your favorite Winston-Salem nonprofits below to… more info Today is #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Many Forsyth Coun…

Did you miss the luncheon last week? Not to worry! We recorded it just for you to watch in your own time. Watch to learn from our amazing panelists, hear what the Women’s Fund has been up to this year, and celebrate the new grant awards. ?

We’re honored to have been nominated by Novant Health Foundation for the IDEA Award from Association of Fundraising Professionals NC-Triad Chapter. We enjoyed celebrating National Philanthropy Day on Monday with so many inspiring community members!Congratulations to The Winston-Salem Foundation, nominated by Novant Health Foundation, on receiving the IDEA Award. The… more info We're honored to have been nominated by Novant Health Foundation for the IDEA Award from Association of Fundraising Prof…

The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina is a great resource in our community, not only as a place to strengthen your physical fitness, but as a hub for meeting local needs. The organization’s new REACH program is one example, which will provide after-school care, health services, classrooms, a food pantry,… more info The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina is a great resource in our community, not only as a place to strengthen your physic…

We are so excited to share that our staff member, Andrea Hulighan, is among the recipients of the esteemed 40 Under 40 Award! Andrea is an exceptional leader in her work within the Foundation and her work with our Strategic Initiatives (Black Philanthropy Initiative, The Women’s Fund of Winston-Salem, and… more info We are so excited to share that our staff member, Andrea Hulighan, is among the recipients of the esteemed 40 Under 40 A…

LaTida was a guest on this week’s show Future Focus Now, hosted by Chancellor Elwood Robinson of Winston-Salem State University. Check out their conversation as they discuss community leadership, and ideas about building a stronger Winston-Salem: https://fb.watch/9bGTgjw1lp/

If you haven’t yet seen the Undesign the Redline Exhibit on display at Forsyth County Public Library, Winston-Salem, NC, we hope you’ll watch this inside look and get inspired to stop by in-person. We’re excited to share that we’ve extended the exhibit through January 15, 2022 because of public interest…. more info If you haven't yet seen the Undesign the Redline Exhibit on display at Forsyth County Public Library, Winston-Salem, NC,…

The Winston-Salem Foundation

For more than three years now, our staff has worked to strengthen our commitment to racial equity by building our skills, tools, and confidence to advance equity in all aspects of our work. We’re excited to announce our new Community Matters blog and our inaugural post authored by staff members… more info For more than three years now, our staff has worked to strengthen our commitment to racial equity by building our skills…

Project Impact was established in 2016 to provide funding for the district to develop programs and approaches that begin working with children even before they start kindergarten and that continue to work with them to provide the foundation for becoming proficient readers by the end of third grade. This past… more info Project Impact was established in 2016 to provide funding for the district to develop programs and approaches that begin…

18 Springs Community Healing Center is a space dedicated to change, a collaboration between people who work in the healing arts as well as social justice activists. The organization is a grantee partner of ours, using therapy, classes, and group discussions to work toward a more culturally aware community. Learn… more info 18 Springs Community Healing Center is a space dedicated to change, a collaboration between people who work in the heali…

Join us for two community events coming up next week that are intertwined with the Undesign the Redline Exhibit. Learn more at www.wsfoundation.org/undesign Organizers’ Circle: How Racism & Exclusion Contributed to Poverty in Winston-Salem, hosted by Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods Tuesday 11/2 | 12:00 – 2:00 pm via Zoom‍ NBN… more info Join us for two community events coming up next week that are intertwined with the Undesign the Redline Exhibit. Learn m…

There are two great funding opportunities for nonprofits working toward building an inclusive economy in Winston-Salem. Our Transportation to Employment Grants will support community efforts that assist individuals in obtaining family-sustaining wages and in participating in programs that create a pathway for career growth. Apply online by 12/1 or 2/1:… more info There are two great funding opportunities for nonprofits working toward building an inclusive economy in Winston-Salem….