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Black Philanthropy Initiative

The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) serves as a model for rethinking philanthropy in Forsyth County's black community.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to the more than 900 graduates celebrated during Winston-Salem State University's spring commencement, the university's largest graduating class in a decade.

As one of the nation's leading HBCUs, Winston-Salem State continues to shape generations of Black leaders, changemakers, and professionals whose impact extends far beyond the classroom. 🧡

We celebrate this milestone and all of the graduates stepping into their next chapter! 🙌🏾

📸: Walt Unks / Winston-Salem Journal

05/04/2026

The Winston-Salem Foundation staff recently attended ABFE's 2026 Harambee Annual Conference in San Francisco.

As the largest gathering of Black professionals in philanthropy, Harambee created space for connection, learning, and shared strategy. Over three days, we engaged with leaders from across the country working to advance equity and support Black communities.

Experiences like this continue to inform our work as we invest in and support Black communities across Forsyth County. 💪🏾🧡

03/26/2026

BPI is updating our grant cycle.

Our Building an Inclusive Economy and Advancing Equity in Education grants will now be offered through one annual grant cycle instead of two. The application process remains the same.

Application opens March 30, apply by May 4.

Learn more: https://www.bpiws.org/latest-news/updated-grant-cycle

02/27/2026

We showed up to vote. 💪🏾

BPI invests collectively to strengthen our community. Voting is one way we build power, influence decisions, and advance opportunity for Black communities in Forsyth County.

Your voice matters. Make a plan to vote.

01/27/2026

Last month, we awarded $99,225 in Building an Inclusive Economy Grants to seven organizations advancing economic empowerment and community resilience in Forsyth County.

We're proud to support community-led organizations working to expand opportunity, stability, and long-term impact for Black households across Forsyth County. 🧡🙌🏾

01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary who reminded us that justice, equity, and economic opportunity are deeply connected.

We carry forward that legacy by investing in Black-led organizations, strengthening community wealth, and building pathways for families to thrive.

MLK Day is not just a moment of reflection, it's a call to continue the work.

11/17/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us last month for our annual fundraiser. We left the evening feeling inspired, energized, and deeply grateful to be in community with you as we celebrate our shared work and look toward a future of breaking barriers and building legacy. 🧡💚

10/16/2025

BPI is proud to support opportunities that strengthen educational equity in Forsyth County. Heart Math Tutoring is looking for volunteer tutors to help WS/FCS elementary students build foundational math skills and academic confidence.

With just one hour a week, you can make a lasting impact.

Learn more and sign up: heartmathtutoring.org/volunte

09/17/2025

Join us for BPI's Annual Fundraiser as we celebrate Black philanthropy and the power of community-led change.

Tuesday, October 21

This year's event will spotlight BPI grantees and the incredible impact they're creating right here in Forsyth County. You'll hear directly from community leaders about the change they're seeing, the barriers they're breaking, and the legacy they're building for generations to come.

Register now: bpiws.org/registe

09/11/2025

The Building an Inclusive Economy grant program is open! We are now accepting applications through Monday, October 13.

These grants support organizations focused on economic empowerment for Black households, creating pathways to family-sustaining careers, providing tools for wealth-building and financial stability, and strengthening Black-owned businesses in Forsyth County.

Priority is given to:
🟩 Black-led organizations
🟩 Programs investing directly in predominantly Black neighborhoods (27101, 27105, 27107)
🟩 Organizations engaging and listening to the people most impacted

Together, we can work to rewrite the rules and make Forsyth County a place where every family has the resources they need to thrive.

Learn more and apply: https://www.bpiws.org/our-work/building-an-inclusive-economy-grants

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751 W 4th Street, Suite 200
Winston-Salem, NC
27101

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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+13367252382

Website

https://www.bpiws.org/

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