An inclusive economy is one in which there is expanded opportunity for more broadly shared prosperity, especially for those facing the greatest barriers to advancing their well-being. Simply stated, an inclusive economy offers more opportunities for more people. As a result of recently conducted research and community input we’ve learned that the Forsyth County/Winston-Salem area has been plagued by such challenges as barriers to employment that pay a living wage; failure to develop goals and strategies that bring all races forward together resulting in pockets of concentrated poverty; not investing in a more efficient and effective public transportation system that could produce increased mobility for those that need it; and having poor coordination of community resources that inhibit thriving residents and thriving communities.

In the Local Impact in Forsyth County program area, we recognize the need to develop additional capacity for organizations that are deeply connected to residents with low incomes. This funding opportunity aims to provide technical assistance through leadership development and organizational capacity to groups with strong networks among racial and ethnic minorities or in neighborhoods with low incomes.  Applicants should have significant experience with leadership development, virtual training platforms, and culturally competent staff and/or consultants.