Network Leadership
The Winston-Salem Foundation's Power Building grant funds Forsyth County groups advancing community leadership, equity, and collective action for systems-level change.
Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation
Due Dates: June 1, 2026: Full application submission deadline (Grants Portal) — application closes at 5:00 PM
Funding Amounts: One-year grants; typical award size not specified; see program page for details.
Summary: Supports Forsyth County organizations building community power and leadership around local priorities, emphasizing equity, collaboration, and systems-level change.
Key Information: Organizations may apply for only one Civic Engagement & Inclusion or Housing Grant opportunity per cycle.
Description
This grant opportunity from the Winston-Salem Foundation supports organizations working in Forsyth County, North Carolina, to build power and mobilize residents around community-identified priorities. The focus is on deepening natural leadership in neighborhoods, connecting residents across backgrounds, encouraging community voice in local systems, and mobilizing collective action. The Foundation prioritizes racial equity, asset-based approaches, collaboration, and learning. The grant is part of the Foundation's Civic Engagement & Inclusion – Power Building program, specifically under the "Network Leadership" category.
