Pat yourselves on the back, Winstonians.
Winston-Salem’s vibrant arts scene flourished in 2024, thanks to your support.
In the spirit of the season, Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County reflects on how $1.4 million+ transformed music, arts, and culture in our community.
💸 Grant Funding
The largest chunk of the arts investment, $913,097, went toward grants supporting education programs, event sponsorships, and art organizations that foster creativity and promote cultural engagement throughout the county.
🎶 Community Engagement
$75,000 funded beloved programs like the Parks Concert Series while $123,000 of in-kind marketing support boosted visibility and community engagement for local events.
🎨 Creative Spaces
To help ensure creative spaces remain accessible and affordable, Arts Council invested $300,000 in facilities support like music venues, theaters, and spaces for educational programs.
Want to see more free community events in 2025? Consider making an end-of-the-year donation (psst: it’s tax-deductible). See more artful investments.
