The 2022-2023 application period for competitive grants available to nonprofits serving Clemmons and Lewisville will open on Monday, October 3rd at 10 a.m. and remain open until October 31. Organizations interested in applying for either grant may attend an online information session, which will cover the application process, requirements, and timeline for the grant period. Attendance is not required to apply for a grant, but encouraged.
The online application portal will be open to receive applications beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 3. You are able to set up an account now if you don't have one already and log in to review grant opportunities prior to the application window opening.
Click below to download the project budget template Excel file.
Grants of up to $6,500 for nonprofit organizations that seek to create transformative, long-term, and tangible solutions for unmet community needs and interests in Lewisville and Clemmons. Nonprofits based in Lewisville and Clemmons or nearby, which provide programs to the citizens of Lewisville and Clemmons, may apply. Solutions are encouraged to raise organizational capacity, strengthen a sense of community, and have an end goal to become self-sufficient by way of attracting or leveraging additional resources in the future. The Foundation will consider new programs or projects as well as the expansion or continuation of impactful programs or projects.
We will be offering a virtual Grants Briefing and Information Session specifically for each grant opportunity. The session for the Lewisville-Clemmons Community Grants will be held virtually using Zoom on Monday, October 3 at 10:00 a.m. when the grant application portal opens. Click below to register for the session.
Grants of up to $2,500 to provide affordable and accessible programming at the Mary Alice Warren Community Center in Lewisville. Applying nonprofit organizations do not need to be based in Lewisville or Clemmons, but must be willing to provide programming on-site at the community center. The goal of the grant funding is to encourage events, courses and other programs which brighten the lives of residents of all ages in the Lewisville-Clemmons community; priority is given to programs that are suited to seniors and children/youth.
We will be offering a virtual Grants Briefing and Information Session specifically for each grant opportunity. The session for the Lewisville-Clemmons Community Grants will be held virtually using Zoom on Monday, October 3 at 4:00 p.m. Click below to register for the session.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
A project with Interfaith Alliance of Clemmons and Lewisville to provide a trained mentor for school-referred, at-risk children at Ward, Morgan, and Lewisville elementary schools. The grant is funded by the Women Who Care About Community Fund.
Cancer Services
Survivor Engagement and Patient Advocacy to engage cancer survivors in Clemmons and Lewisville communities and ensure access for those at risk of health disparities to receive treatment and support. The grant is funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Community Fund and the Keoleian Family Fund.
Diaper Bank of North Carolina
The distribution of free diapers, baby wipes, and period products to low-income individuals and families in Clemmons. These hygiene products will be distributed through the Clemmons Food Pantry. Funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Community Fund, the Keoleian Family Fund, and an anonymous donor fund.
Humane Society of Davie County
Expanding the low-cost spay-neuter program to help reduce the unwanted pet population and burden on pet owners, shelters, and rescues. Funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Community Fund and the Keoleian Family Fund.
IFB Solutions
A program providing students with indispensable vision accommodations to help enhance their core literacy skills by ensuring greater access to independent learning outside of the classroom. Funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Community Fund.
Lewisville Area Arts Council
The reception and exhibition of work by “The Exhibiting Artists” of the Lewisville Area Arts Council to introduce new artists and classes in the G. Galloway Reynolds Community Center. Funded by the Lewisville Clemmons Community Fund.
40+ Stage Company
Two programs: a series of classes providing an introduction to basic skills needed for auditions in community theater, and a seminar workshop to help students with prior public speaking experience hone their skills on stage. Funded by the Lewisville-Clemmons Community Fund.
Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County
Hands-on visual arts classes and workshops led by professional art instructors, including free art activities and storytelling performances geared toward youth and families. Funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Community Fund.
Cancer Services
A series of Well Beyond Cancer Workshops in 2023. Sessions will have a combination of healing art activity, wellness education, and survivorship social connections. Funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Community Fund and an anonymous donor fund.
Reynolda House Museum of American Art
Three Reynolda Discovery lessons for young children to enjoy hands-on art activities while making connections to works of art in Reynolda’s collection. Sessions will be led by an experienced Reynolda Educator. Funded by the Lewisville-Clemmons Community Fund.
Salem Swing Band
A concert program offering a beginner swing dance lesson with dance instructors from the Piedmont Swing Dance Society, along with music by Salem Swing Band -swing-era music for slow and fast swing dancing or just listening. There will also be a separate event with Salem Band for swing dancers to practice their steps. Funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Funds.
Yadkin Arts Council
A weeklong series of a variety of art classes that will be taught by the Yadkin Arts Council Artist Members. These “sampler sessions” of low-cost art experiences will offer attendees the opportunity to explore their creative outlets by trying out different art mediums, such as alcohol inks, collage, mosaics, gelli-plate monoprinting, pastels, needle felting, photography, cyanotype printing, quilling, silk scarf dyeing, watercolor, and more. Funded by an anonymous donor.