Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County announces FY25 grant allocations

More than $1 million granted to support local arts and cultural programming  Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County is pleased to announce its FY25 grant allocations, investing more than $1 million into the community through grants supporting local artists, arts organizations, schools, and cultural initiatives. These grants, made possible by generous contributions to the Community Fund for the Arts from individual donors, corporations, foundations, and government entities, reinforce Arts Council’s commitment to fostering a thriving and inclusive arts ecosystem.   “Our mission has always been to uplift and sustain the creative heartbeat of our community,” said Samantha Howard, president & CEO of Arts Council. “This year’s grant allocations reflect our deep commitment to transparency and impact. Every dollar invested strengthens our local arts organizations, ensures equitable access to arts education, and fosters cultural initiatives that make Winston-Salem a more vibrant place to live, work and create.”   Grant Allocations and Impact  The FY25 grants provide crucial funding across multiple programs, directly benefiting artists, students and cultural institutions across Forsyth County. In fall 2024, Arts Council restructured its outgoing grants program and launched three new primary grant programs: 1) General Operational Support Grants, 2) Arts for Everybody Community Project Grants, and 3)...