The Winston-Salem Foundation

Exciting news! Greater Winston-Salem, Inc.'s Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Grant Program is now open, offering grants to support growth and sustainability. This is a great opportunity to enhance your business operations and contribute to our vibrant community. Learn more and apply today!

Shamika Munnings and Brittany Norton discuss Black Philanthropy Month and the Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) on 90.5 Empowering You radio. Listen to their interview to learn more about BPI's mission, campaign, and how you can get involved. https://lnkd.in/ene_zd7F

Join us for our Nonprofit & Community Partner Social on Thursday, September 12 at the S.G. Atkins Enterprise Center! 🌟 This is a great opportunity to connect, network, and celebrate our partnerships. We can't wait to see you there! To register, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eihJ3-wK

🌟 We welcomed 19 members from 11 different schools at our Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) retreat last week. The retreat was filed with inspiration, collaboration, and a whole lot of fun. It's going to be a great year!

Staff members had a great time at the International Black Theatre Festival last week! This historic event illuminates the powerful theatrical spirit and extraordinary talent of participants from across the country and abroad while sharing the stories of the Black experience.

Our Vice President, Development & Donor Services Sheila Virgil had a great time networking with colleagues in the estate planning arena last week at Kiawah Island for the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) 45th Annual Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Program.

Student loan debt affects millions of people and creates a significant barrier to financial security. We believe philanthropy has a vital role to play to support students through their education journey. Learn more in this June webinar on student loan debt from the Asset Funders Network, featuring our staff member Kesa Jessup. 

Our Capital Improvement Grants are now open! These grants support time-limited projects for nonprofits in Forsyth County to acquire, upgrade, and maintain physical assets like property, buildings, technology, or equipment. Here's what you need to know: 🔵Grants of up to $25,000 available! 🔵Priority given to projects in ADA accessibility, beautification, and animal welfare. 🔵Other eligible proposals will also be considered. Learn more and apply by September 4: https://lnkd.in/eTEZ_fdi

The Black Philanthropy Initiative is accepting applications for its Impact Grants program. This program is specifically designed to invest in Black-led groups with annual budgets of less than $150,000. To learn more and apply, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gqbdZSgZ

🌞 Please note: The Foundation office will be closed from July 1 to July 5 for our summer break. This time off allows our dedicated staff to recharge, ensuring we're ready to continue pursuing our mission and vision. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you when we return!