How much funding does Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants provide?

Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants provides Up to US $1,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants?

Geography: In Forsyth County, focusing on economic and educational equity; In Forsyth County, we work to educate and effect change to build a better fut; In Forsyth County. Size limits: With annual budgets under $150,000; Groups with annual budgets of less than $150,000; Organizations with annual budgets of less than $150,000.

How often is Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants offered?

Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants runs on an annual cycle.

Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants

The Winston-Salem Foundation

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Funding Amount

Up to US $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Note: Impact Grant applications are considered once a year in the summer; applicants will receive a decision after a two-month review period.”

Can we apply?

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Geography

In Forsyth County, focusing on economic and educational equity
In Forsyth County, we work to educate and effect change to build a better fut
In Forsyth County
The BPI Grants Committee will make grant decisions based on eligibility, current and potential impact of the organization/project, and demonstrated dedication and passion for the work.

Size & budget

With annual budgets under $150,000
Groups with annual budgets of less than $150,000
Organizations with annual budgets of less than $150,000

Other requirements

education,
jobs and wages,
poverty,
and civic engagement

Overview

The Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Impact Grants support Black-led organizations in Forsyth County, focusing on economic and educational equity. With a streamlined application process, these grants encourage community engagement and investment in local initiatives. Eligible organizations can apply for funding of up to $1,000, specifically aimed at those with annual budgets under $150,000. This initiative aims to amplify the voices of smaller nonprofits that are often overlooked in traditional grantmaking, fostering a more equitable future for Black communities.

Note: Impact Grant applications are considered once a year in the summer; applicants will receive a decision after a two-month review period.
Mission & History
BPI is a 100% Black-led initiative of The Winston-Salem Foundation that is explicitly, not exclusively, focused on grantmaking and programming that strengthens our local Black communities.
Targeted Grantmaking: Providing grants to local nonprofits and organizations to advance economic and educational equity with an explicit focus on Black individuals and communities.
BPI’s Impact Grants are investments in local programs, projects, and initiatives that build better futures and strengthen Black communities in Forsyth County. This program is specifically designed to invest in Black-led groups with annual budgets of less than $150,000 because smaller organizations are often overburdened with strenuous grant applications and left out of traditional grantmaking opportunities.
Our streamlined application process includes a short video submission.
Funding
Organizations may apply for grants of up to $1,000.

Eligibility

as well as criminal justice reform
and racial justice efforts.Applicants must be groups/organizations with annual budgets of less than $150,000.Impact Grants may be used for general operating expenses and/or a specific program or project. The BPI Grants Committee will make grant decisions based on eligibility, current and potential impact of the organization/project, and demonstrated dedication and passion for the work.