Housing Grants
This grant funds collaborative projects to expand affordable housing and stability in Forsyth County, NC, with a focus on systemic solutions and accessibility for people with disabilities.
Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation
Due Dates: June 12, 2026 (Full application submission, closes at 5:00 PM)
Funding Amounts: ~$500,000 total; 10–15 grants; $300,000 dedicated to housing for people with disabilities; one-year grant period
Summary: Supports collaborative projects expanding affordable housing, homeownership, and stability in Forsyth County, NC, with an emphasis on systemic solutions and disability access.
Description
The Winston-Salem Foundation's Housing Grants program funds organizations advancing affordable housing opportunities and long-term housing stability in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Emphasizing ecosystem-building and cross-sector collaboration, the grant supports projects aligned with the Humane Housing Network’s Housing Action Planning Framework. The program is designed to catalyze progress by unlocking additional public/private investment, enabling project expansion, or filling critical gaps in larger initiatives.
Supported activities include expanding access to homeownership—especially for first-time buyers and those facing systemic barriers—through down payment assistance, financial coaching, and shared ownership models. The grant also funds efforts to maintain and strengthen existing housing, particularly for residents with disabilities, through accessibility modifications, supportive services, and interventions that prevent housing loss. Collaborative initiatives that align resources, expand property tax relief, and coordinate access to support programs are prioritized to reinforce collective action and address longstanding barriers to housing solutions in the community.
