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We’re thrilled and honored to share the release of our Black Philanthropy Initiative’s second community research report: The Intersectionality of Black Life and Being. Learn more at www.bpireport.orgOur report: The Intersectionality of Black Life and Being, is live! We’d like to thank Action4Equity and Forsyth Futures for their partnership in… more info We’re thrilled and honored to share the release of our Black Philanthropy Initiative’s second community research report:…

We had a fantastic morning volunteering at Mixxer Community Maker Space. Thank you to HandsOn Northwest North Carolina for coordinating this opportunity for us! Discover the classes and membership options at www.wsmixxer.org.

City With Dwellings is taking a nontraditional approach to ending homelessness one person at a time because Ruth Cole Burcaw, the Executive Director says the solution isn’t one-size-fits-all. “What works for Bob might not work for Joe and vice versa, so we work hard to provide solutions that are personalized… more info City With Dwellings is taking a nontraditional approach to ending homelessness one person at a time because Ruth Cole Bu…

The Foundation’s communications team had a great time at the Communications retreat hosted by the North Carolina Network of Grantmakers! It was a fantastic learning opportunity to connect with other organizations to share strategies and experiences. #Networking #Communications

Join us in welcoming Christy Van Nostrand to our team as Accounting Associate! She will be responsible for managing gift receipts, grant disbursements, and account reconciliation. To learn more about Christy, please visit: https://www.wsfoundation.org/…/announcing-new-staff-septemb…

Please be sure to attend this event hosted by Digital Bridges Forsyth tomorrow from 1 – 6pm! Learn how this organization is making a difference in our community and sign up for free laptop and computer training. Don’t miss out!

We’re thrilled to share our 2023 Report to the Community, Building Meaningful Community Connections. Discover how we’re working together to create a stronger and more resilient community for everyone. Learn about our donors, grantees, past events, and ways to partner with us. https://issuu.com/…/wsf-23-00119_annual_report_year_in_revi…

We appreciate all our advisors who attended the Appreciation Breakfast for Professional Advisors September 19th at Forsyth Country Club – where we had a great crowd of over 80 advisors on hand to socialize, enjoy breakfast, and hear remarks!

Winston-Salem Foundation staff had a great time last night attending the Bookmarks opening keynote with Ibram X. Kendi and Nic Stone at WFU’s Wait Chapel! Bookmarks Festival of Books & Authors continues tomorrow. For more information, please visit: https://www.bookmarksnc.org/festival

Thanks to everyone who joined us at our nonprofit social at Delta Arts Center. It was a great opportunity to connect with community members!

The Do School trains individuals to enter the construction trade all while transforming the homes they renovate and enriching the lives of their graduates. The Foundation is proud to have supported this work through our Community Grants and Mission-Aligned Investing program. On Saturday, August 26th we celebrated LaSonia Renee Jones,… more info The Do School trains individuals to enter the construction trade all while transforming the homes they renovate and enri…

Did you attend our Community Meeting in May? Here’s a great summary of Heather C. McGhee’s The Sum of Us including, “Drained Pool Politics” and the “Solidarity Dividend.” Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_f0kcpV_vw#TBT to nice things. #unions #homeownership #highereducation #drainedpoolpolitics It’s time to #RefillthePublicPool #TheSumofUsBook Watch the full video here:… more info Did you attend our Community Meeting in May? Here’s a great summary of Heather C. McGhee’s The Sum of Us including, “Dra…

Please attend this great opportunity from Bookmarks to hear Ibram X. Kendi and Nic Stone discuss their new book, How to Be a (Young) Antiracist.

August’s Black Philanthropy Month is a global celebration of the rich tradition of giving within the Black community. Winston-Salem’s Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI), focuses on addressing needs in our local Black communities through grantmaking and programming. BPI is raising $2 million in the next three years to sustain its impactful… more info August’s Black Philanthropy Month is a global celebration of the rich tradition of giving within the Black community. Wi…

We’re excited to announce 43 Community Grants totaling more than $1,103,500 from January through June 2023, made possible by community members who support the Foundation’s flexible grantmaking funds. To learn more please visit: www.wsfoundation.org/lates…/community-grants-first-half-2023

Senior Services has been in Winston-Salem since 1962. Its most well-known program for older adults is Meals on Wheels. It currently serves more than 1100 people. President and CEO Lee Covington says, “The focus is helping older adults in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County remain in their homes for as long… more info Senior Services has been in Winston-Salem since 1962. Its most well-known program for older adults is Meals on Wheels. I…

Our thoughts are with the communities affected by the wildfires in Hawaii. Find out how you can make a difference and support the relief efforts.

Thanks to the Truliant Foundation for making this generous donation to support our Black Philanthropy Initiative’s campaign to support local Black communities! To learn more about BPI’s campaign, please visit https://www.bpiws.org/featured/campaignIn honor of Black Philanthropy Month, the Truliant Foundation is making contributions to support giving within the African American community…. more info Thanks to the Truliant Foundation for making this generous donation to support our Black Philanthropy Initiative’s campa…

Exciting news! Last week we welcomed our newest cohort of Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) for the 2023-24 program. These amazing young leaders from across Forsyth County will meet throughout the school year to learn about philanthropy and create their own grants program to support local youth-led programs.

GreeNest of Winston-Salem recently received The Joel and Claudette Weston Award for Excellence in NonProfit Management. The $50,000 grant award was established in 1985 to affirm, encourage and financially support the best-run charitable organizations in Forsyth County. Founded in 2015, GreeNest provides gently used home furnishings to people in our… more info GreeNest of Winston-Salem recently received The Joel and Claudette Weston Award for Excellence in NonProfit Management….