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We’re excited to share our latest blog post, a conversation between staff members Charlie Gardner and Shamika Starke where they reflect on what they’ve learned through the Undesign the Redline exhibit (currently on display at Forsyth County Central Library). The blog post is full of educational resources about redlining maps,… more info We're excited to share our latest blog post, a conversation between staff members Charlie Gardner and Shamika Starke whe…

Check out our January e-news for a list of funding opportunities, our new blog post featuring the Undesign the Redline exhibit, a message from our president, and more latest news from the Foundation: https://conta.cc/3IwHc53

Be sure to tune in this morning to hear LaTida Smith in conversation with Flywheel Cowork.INdeavor is a monthly luncheon, featuring a local leader, focused on topics that are relevant to your business interests and the inner workings of your local ec…onomy…so you can be INformed, INvolved and INvested in… more info Be sure to tune in this morning to hear LaTida Smith in conversation with Flywheel Cowork.INdeavor is a monthly luncheon…

We’re postponing all guided tours scheduled for January due to the surge in COVID-19 spread. We hope you’ll visit the exhibit and join us for a tour in February. Check wsfoundation.org/undesign for updates on guided tour dates!

A lack of transportation is often a barrier to individuals and families moving out of poverty because they are unable to access and retain employment that pays a living wage. Our Transportation to Employment grant program will support community efforts to help individuals obtain family-sustaining wages. Apply online by 2/1…. more info A lack of transportation is often a barrier to individuals and families moving out of poverty because they are unable to…

Help us spread the word that our one-stop scholarship application goes live on January 1! Please encourage local students in your networks to visit wsfoundation.org/students to learn more. In the 2020-2021 school year, over 130 WSF scholarship funds supported 537 local students with $1.4 million in critical scholarship support.

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,…