The Winston-Salem Foundation

The Winston-Salem Foundation is proud to support the preservation of history! We've provided a $75,000 bridge loan to Triad Cultural Arts for the restoration of a historic shotgun house in the Happy Hill neighborhood. This project, in partnership with Preservation Forsyth and our Black Philanthropy Initiative, celebrates the resilience and cultural significance of African American heritage in Winston-Salem. Learn more about this meaningful initiative and its impact on our community: https://lnkd.in/eFQxxPHP

After a tragic loss, Bob and Lisa Gfeller turned their grief into action, creating the Matthew Alan Gfeller Memorial Scholarship and supporting research through the Matthew Gfeller Center. 💙 With The Winston-Salem Foundation, they continue to make a difference, supporting causes like the Black Philanthropy Initiative and The Women's Fund. "The Foundation helps us prioritize and discover new giving options," says Bob. Read their inspiring story: https://lnkd.in/eW3VaRkE

🌟 Meet Clark Chavous, a Winston-Salem native who turned an unexpected lottery win into a mission for lasting community change. 💙 With the support of The Winston-Salem Foundation, Clark has made a significant contribution to the Black Philanthropy Initiative and created a scholarship fund for African American students at HBCUs. 📚 To Clark, philanthropy isn't just about giving money—it's about using her voice to inspire and uplift others. As she approaches her final year at Fayetteville State University, she's committed to continuing her impact in our community and beyond. Read her inspiring story here: https://lnkd.in/e_VHTCQg

Happy Community Foundation Week! We're proud to be one of hundreds of community foundations across the country creating social change hand in hand with nonprofits. Join us in celebrating Community Foundation Week (November 12-18) to recognize the powerful impact of local philanthropy. #CommunityFNDWeek

On October 29, we had the pleasure of hosting a wonderful gathering of Legacy Society members at The Crest, Winston-Salem's newest venue. 🌟 We were honored to be joined by Lee Covington, Elaine Lamson, and Mike Wakeford, who shared how Senior Services, Mixxer, and Muse are building the common good in our community with a focus on healthy aging, intergenerational connections, arts and innovation, history, and culture. 💙 Thank you to all who joined us for this inspiring evening!

Our 2024 Annual Report is here! 🌟 Dive into the stories, milestones, and impact made possible by the generosity and collaboration of our community. From supporting nonprofits to advancing equity, this report highlights the incredible progress we've made together. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/eRTinP7C

Our Youth Grantmakers in Action (YGA) recently volunteered at SECU Family House of Winston-Salem, making a meaningful impact! They rolled up their sleeves to clean common areas, brought joy by calling out Bingo for the guests, and spread positivity with uplifting messages on the walkways. It's inspiring to see young leaders making a difference in our community. We thank this group of students for their leadership and impact!

We had a fantastic morning volunteering at Second Harvest NWNC in celebration of our 105th birthday! Special thanks to HandsOn Northwest North Carolina for organizing this project for us! We supported Second Harvest with their important local efforts and their response to Hurricane Helene for our neighbors in Western NC. Together, we packed more than 3,000 meals and contributed to their collection bins. There’s no better way to honor this milestone than by giving back alongside incredible partners making a difference every day. Thank you, Second Harvest, for welcoming us! Here’s to 105 years of building community, and many more to come. 💙

Thank you to everyone who joined us last month at the S.G. Atkins Enterprise Center for an evening of connection, camaraderie, and appreciation! 🎉✨ It was wonderful to gather with our incredible nonprofit and community partners who make such an impact in our community. 💙 The energy in the room was inspiring as we celebrated the meaningful work we do together. We're excited to continue building stronger relationships and making lasting positive change!

Our hearts are with the communities in Western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene. The Winston-Salem Foundation encourages you to support local recovery efforts through trusted organizations working on the ground. Learn more about how you can contribute to these critical efforts: https://lnkd.in/eJgzQQkw