Community-Led Organizations Civic Engagement & Inclusion Grants
Supports Forsyth County, NC organizations led by impacted communities, focusing on racial equity, systems-level change, and community-driven research and solutions.
Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation
Due Dates: June 12, 2026 (Full application deadline, closes at 5:00 PM)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 for a one-year grant period; typically one award per organization per cycle.
Summary: Supports Forsyth County, NC organizations led by and accountable to communities most impacted by inequities, with emphasis on racial equity and systems-level change.
Key Information: Only one application per organization across all Civic Engagement & Inclusion or Housing Grant opportunities per cycle.
Description
This funding opportunity supports community-led organizations in Forsyth County, North Carolina, that are led by and accountable to those most impacted by local inequities. The Winston-Salem Foundation prioritizes organizations with leadership from historically marginalized communities, meaningful community accountability practices, and deep relationships with the communities they serve. The grant program emphasizes racial equity, systems-level change, and collaborative, asset-based approaches. Funding is intended to strengthen organizations that center impacted people, address root causes, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and improvement.
