A Message from our President
As I reflect upon the Foundation's work in 2022, what stands out most is the joy of reconnecting with our donors, nonprofit partners, and volunteers after months of social distancing. It was great to see so many of you for the return of our Professional Advisor breakfast, rooftop donor receptions, Black Philanthropy Initiative fundraiser, Women’s Fund luncheon, and Legacy Society gathering.

In looking ahead to 2023, there's much to be excited about, including:
  • the return of our annual Community Meeting on May 8. (details below)
  • building on the momentum of the $2 million campaign launched by our Black Philanthropy Initiative and bringing together supporters who are committed to advancing Black-led social change.
  • celebrating the 100-year milestone of our student aid program and its positive impact on so many individuals and families across our community.
  • continuing to invest significantly in our focus areas of advancing equity in education and building an inclusive economy as well as sharing stories about how our team and our partners are tackling systemic barriers to shared prosperity.

Thank you for your continued commitment to working in partnership with us to strengthen our community. We look forward to our work together in 2023!
 
In community, 
Save the Date for our Community Meeting on May 8
New in our Community Matters Blog
We’re excited to host this annual community gathering in a new format in 2023! Bestselling author and inspiring speaker Heather McGhee will join us on the evening of Monday, May 8 to take a deep dive into the true cost of racism – not only for people of color, but for everyone.

Sponsorship registrations are now being accepted through March 31, and individual reservations will open on March 1. We hope you’ll mark your calendars and plan to join us!
Rooted in Race is an online exhibit curated by Triad Cultural Arts that explores school desegregation policies dating back the 1950’s, while also lifting up stories of local residents who lived through this history.

In our latest Community Matters blog post, Foundation staff members Layla Garms and Shamika Starke share their reflections on the exhibit and explain how it ties back to our focus area work to advance equity in education in Forsyth County.
Current Funding Opportunities
Whether you're a nonprofit, a local educator, or a student seeking higher education, we have ongoing grant and scholarship opportunities you won't want to miss. Help us spread the word, and note that some deadlines are approaching in the coming weeks.

Want to learn more about our current grantee partners? Be sure to watch this recent FOX8 segment featuring Odd Fellows Cemetery.
NONPROFITS & COMMUNITY GROUPS
STUDENTS & YOUTH
PUBLIC EDUCATORS
More than $2.9 Million in Community Investments
FROM JULY TO DECEMBER 2022
IN THE SECOND HALF OF 2022 the Foundation and its Strategic Initiatives committed more than $2.9 million in grant funding to strengthen the nonprofit sector and catalyze equitable community change in Forsyth County. We are so thankful to our donors and fundholders who help make this critical grantmaking support possible. Click the links below to learn more about our funded partners and their work:
Staff & Board News
Our staff welcomes Courtney Feliz, who joined us this month as Strategic Initiatives Officer to support the work of The Women’s Fund and the Black Philanthropy Initiative.

We're excited to welcome Alex Barrett to the Foundation's board of directors, The Winston-Salem Foundation Committee. We're also appreciative of the leadership of Josh Crane who rotated off the board in December.

The Foundation is seeking applications for a Vice President, Community Investment to join our team. If you're a strong leader who is passionate about centering racial equity in community change and committed to strengthening Forsyth County, please apply today. For best consideration, apply by January 31.
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