Power Building
The Winston-Salem Foundation grant funds Forsyth County organizations advancing equity and community leadership through resident mobilization and systems change.
Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation
Due Dates: June 12, 2026 (Full application deadline, closes at 5:00 PM)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per grant for a one-year period; actual award size varies.
Summary: Supports Forsyth County organizations to build community leadership, mobilize residents, and advance equity through systems-level change.
Key Information: Only one application per cycle per organization across all Civic Engagement & Inclusion or Housing Grants.
Description
This grant opportunity from the Winston-Salem Foundation aims to strengthen the capacity of organizations in Forsyth County, North Carolina, to build power, mobilize residents, and advance equity through collective action and systems change. Funding is provided to support activities that deepen neighborhood leadership, encourage resident participation in decision-making systems, and connect community members across backgrounds. The Foundation prioritizes racial equity and supports organizations that center impacted populations, address root causes, collaborate for shared outcomes, and commit to ongoing learning. Two distinct funding streams are available: Community Power Building and Network Leadership.
