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The Shallow Ford Foundation exists to connect community and philanthropy for enduring results. We connect people and resources in ways that thoughtfully and meaningfully transform our communities with access, opportunity, and an enriched quality of life for all residents. A core mission of the Shallow Ford Foundation is to strengthen the people, places, and partnerships that hold our communities together, build new connections that provide opportunities, and ensure our area continues to be a community in which all people want to call home.
Learn moreThe Shallow Ford Foundation is excited to launch a brand new program – The Bingham Art Series, with the goal to contribute to arts and culture in the Clemmons area. The series features 4 events in 2023-2024, offering both visual and performing arts to the public.
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BREAKING NEWS: The Shallow Ford Foundation met with the legislative leaders of NCGA Joint Caucus on Early Childhood to discuss goal to launch an innovative child care model.
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The childcare shortage is having a far-reaching impact on every part of community life - families, employers, and schools.
The Shallow Ford Foundation completed its study of the many issues and published a report of findings and recommendations. We are currently working on an innovative new model to address the issues.
Learn more and give us a call if you'd like to be part of the solutions.
Click below to view and download a digital copy of the January 2024 edition of our Newsletter.
Recently retired as Superintendent of Yadkin County Schools, Martin has been a tireless advocate for teachers and students for the past 10+ years.
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On Saturday, March 23, students from Starmount High School Forbush High School officially became Shore Scholars.
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A buzz of enthusiasm for talent filled the Historic Broyhill on Sunday, St. Patrick’s Day. More than 250 attendees toured the display of 67 pieces from 43 artists and shopped the Magnolia Room, which contained additional works from the artists’ collections. The event was the Bingham Art Series Juried Art Show and Sale, a program of the Shallow Ford Foundation and in partnership with the Muddy River Art Association.
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The Historic George Elias Nissen House has been a restoration project of the Lewisville Historical Society since 2008. Saved from demolition, it was relocated to 213 Arrow Leaf Drive, Lewisville, a town-owned property in 2009.
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Shallow Ford Foundation has launched a new fund in collaboration with Yadkin County Schools to provide opportunities for creative classroom grants to teachers and other academic support initiatives. Named the Yadkin County Education Foundation, the fund will provide annual classroom grants from competitive teacher applications for creative instructional projects. The purpose is to assist teachers in accessing resources for instruction that will engage students and inspire and accelerate learning.
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