Community Grants

Creating relationships with Forsyth County nonprofits and community organizations have been an important part in helping the Council achieve its mission of protecting, preserving and beautifying our environment.  For nearly a century, our efforts to support the community has been through volunteering  and awarding community grants.  Our grants support the  protection, preservation and beautification of publicly owned and/or nonprofit land in Forsyth County.

Two Types of  Community Grants

Protection & Preservation Grant:   Funds awarded are for the protection and preservation of landscapes and the natural environment on publicly owned or nonprofit land in Forsyth County, NC. These initiatives include, but are not limited to, the protection of natural resources, restoration of the natural environment, and preservation of the landscape. Expenses that may be considered include items such as speaker fees, sponsorships and relevant materials.

Beautification Grant:  Funds awarded are for the beautification of publicly owned or nonprofit land in Forsyth County, NC. These initiatives include the planting of trees, shrubs and flowers and consumable fruits, vegetables, herbs, and grains. Plant materials are typically perennials intended for the long-term landscape, not for the year-in and year-out annual garden. Plants for human consumption will be considered for educational and community gardens. The Council will consider approval of expenses for plant material only. Expenses for labor, mulch, decorative rocks, gardening tools, irrigation systems, garden furniture, art, water features, statuary, shipping charges, etc., are not covered.

How to Apply for Funding

1. Community Grant Applications must be received by March 1 or September 1.  
2. Complete the appropriate grants application ONLINE:
   Protection & Preservation Grant Application
   Beautification Grant Application
3. If you prefer to email or mail in your application you may use the print versions below and email completed grant application to:  gcccommunitygrants@gmail.com Or mail/deliver to: 

Community Grants Chair
Garden Club Council
100 Reynolda Village Way
Winston-Salem  NC  27106

Protection & Preservation PRINT VERSION Grant Application 

Beautification PRINT VERSION Grant Application

4. Notification of the grant application’s status will be sent to the contact person after the committee’s review.