Bridging and Building Social Capital
Supports Forsyth County, NC projects that build social capital and community connections through art, culture, and equity-driven initiatives, with a focus on public engagement and bridging community differences.
Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation
Due Dates: June 12, 2026 (Full application deadline, closes at 5:00 PM)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per grant; approx. $175,000 total available; 7–12 grants expected; one-year grant period.
Summary: Supports projects in Forsyth County, NC that build social capital and community connections through art, culture, and equity-driven initiatives.
Key Information: Only one application per organization per cycle; projects must serve Forsyth County.
Description
This grant opportunity funds activities and projects that strengthen social ties and foster community connections in Forsyth County, North Carolina, with a focus on art, culture, and beautification. The program is grounded in racial equity and seeks to uplift the aspirations of local residents, families, and communities—especially those in under-resourced areas. Priority is given to projects that engage people in public spaces, deepen understanding of shared history, and intentionally bridge differences such as age, race, religion, socio-economic status, or sexual orientation. The Foundation values organizations that center those most impacted, address root causes, advance systems-level change, serve historically marginalized communities, build on community strengths, collaborate for shared outcomes, and commit to ongoing learning and improvement.
