As we enter this new year with renewed energy and focus, I celebrate all that was accomplished last year thanks to our donors, nonprofit and corporate partners, and community volunteers — from celebrating our student aid program’s 100-year anniversary, to hosting the May Community Meeting, to launching the Black Philanthropy Initiative’s new report and 3-year fundraising campaign. And in terms of grantmaking, in 2023 we partnered with you to invest $82 million into charitable organizations across our community and beyond.
In my meetings with individuals, groups, and community organizations over the past year, I’ve been touched by the collective passion there is for creating equitable change in Forsyth County. We’ll build upon this momentum in 2024, as our staff will work closely with donors and community partners to advance equity in education and build an inclusive economy locally.
This year we also look forward to crafting a new strategic plan for our future. Our board and staff will work together to take a fresh look at our mission, values, and priorities and reexamine the Foundation’s roles to make the most meaningful impact in Winston-Salem. We look forward to sharing our results.
We’ll continue to host gatherings and educational opportunities for our many audiences, and we’ll also work with others to support and sponsor timely conversations for learning. While we are not hosting a Community Meeting this year, we look forward to convening at this wonderful community event again in 2025.
Thank you for your continued commitment to working with us to strengthen our community. Please let us know how we can partner with you in 2024!
In community,
