Reynolds American Foundation Grants (Q1 2026)
Deadline: February 15, 2026
Supporting Education, Community, and Wellbeing in Winston-Salem & Forsyth County
The Reynolds American Foundation provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations serving communities where Reynolds American employees live and work, with a primary focus on Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, and surrounding areas.
Funder: Reynolds American Foundation
Grant Type: Corporate foundation grants
Geographic Focus: Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, NC, and nearby communities
Funding Priorities
The Foundation supports programs in the following categories:
Education
- Programs preparing children to enter the public education system
- Initiatives improving academic performance for low-performing and economically disadvantaged students
- Note: Except for business-partner relationships, school grants are made through superintendents’ offices
Community
- Local programs and capital campaigns that improve:
- Community wellbeing
- Educational outcomes
- Socioeconomic stability
Wellbeing
- Programs addressing unmet needs of at-risk populations
- Initiatives focused on basic human needs and overall quality of life
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or appropriate government agency in good standing with the IRS
- Serve residents in communities where Reynolds American employees live and/or work
- Operate without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, or disability
Funding Limitations
The Foundation generally does not fund:
- Endowments
- Support for individuals
- General operating expenses
- Requests from churches or programs promoting religious doctrine
- Political candidates or organizations
- Travel expenses
- Sponsorship of most special events
- Programs that have received three consecutive years of support from Reynolds American or the Foundation
Application Timeline
📅 Completed Proposal Due: February 15, 2026
📅 Final Review: Mid-March 2026
Grants are reviewed and awarded on a quarterly basis.
Why This Grant Is Worth Applying For
This opportunity is a strong fit for nonprofits that:
- Serve Winston-Salem / Forsyth County
- Address education equity, community wellbeing, or basic needs
- Are seeking project or capital support rather than operating funds
- Have not received funding from the Foundation for three consecutive years
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Deadline: February 15, 2026
Funding Type: Corporate foundation grants
Best For: Education, community development, and wellbeing programs in Forsyth County, NC
