The Winston-Salem Foundation's Civic Engagement & Inclusion – Power Building: Network Leadership grant funds research-driven projects that strengthen community leadership and promote systems-level change in Forsyth County.
Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: One-year grants; typical award size not specified; see program page for details.
Summary: Supports Forsyth County organizations strengthening community power, leadership, and collaboration around local priorities, with a focus on equity and systems-level change.
Key Information: Organizations may apply for only one Civic Engagement & Inclusion or Housing Grant opportunity per cycle.
This grant opportunity from the Winston-Salem Foundation is designed to strengthen civic engagement and inclusion by supporting organizations in Forsyth County, North Carolina, that are committed to building community power and amplifying resident voices around locally identified priorities. The program emphasizes deepening leadership within neighborhoods, fostering connections across diverse backgrounds, and encouraging collective action for systems-level change. The Foundation prioritizes racial equity, collaboration, and asset-based approaches, with an aim to support community-driven initiatives and continuous learning among grantees.