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Welcome to our first-ever digital newsletter! We’re excited to share this new format with you—a way to bring stories of impact, upcoming opportunities, and community highlights straight to your inbox in a more timely and interactive way.
As I reflect on the last months of 2025, I’m filled with gratitude for the stories of hope, generosity, and progress that have shaped this chapter. Thanks to you, we’ve expanded opportunities for education, fostered collaboration, and celebrated the power of community in so many ways. Each initiative and program reminds me that community is what we make it—together.
This newsletter is more than an update; it’s a reflection of lives touched and connections strengthened because people like you care deeply about where we live and who we serve. As you read these stories, I hope you feel the same sense of connectivity and possibility that we do!
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Thank you for walking alongside us in this journey.
Here’s to continuing the work of building stronger
communities together in Clemmons, Lewisville, Yadkin County and connecting communities.
Emmy Corn,
President/CEO, Shallow Ford Foundation
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Creating Spaces that Connect Community | In September, we officially celebrated the Ribbon Cutting and Open House for our new Yadkinville office location—and our hearts were full of community support! At the same time, we’ve been reimagining our Clemmons office to create a more welcoming, collaborative space for donors, partners, and community members. These updates reflect our commitment to connecting philanthropy and neighbors across Yadkin County, Lewisville, and Clemmons. | | | | |
Over $250,000 was awarded in grants to local nonprofits fueling programs that strengthen our service area.
Through four grant processes, the Foundation supported nonprofit organizations committed to focus areas such as health/wellness, education, the arts, and community enrichment.
Explore the links below to see the full list of grants and learn more about the impactful work of our recipients:
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Bingham Arts Grants launched
In August, the Foundation launched a new grant opportunity designed to bring vibrant arts and cultural experiences to Clemmons. Funded by the Thad and Mary Bingham Fund of the Shallow Ford Foundation, these grants build on the success of the Bingham Arts Series, which for two years showcased music and art events in the community.
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Inaugural Lewisville-Clemmons Education Grants Awarded
In September, the Shallow Ford Foundation launched the Lewisville-Clemmons Education Fund and awarded $11,500 to five local schools. These grants provided financial support to Lewisville-Clemmons educators and students impacted by staffing reductions and budget adjustments.
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Live Like Norah Memorial Scholarship Fund Established
The Shallow Ford Foundation is honored to partner with the Live Like Norah Foundation to grow and sustain the Live Like Norah Memorial Scholarship—a scholarship created to help Yadkin County students who reflect Norah Smitherman's values and carry her legacy forward.
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New Fund: Stokes County Education Foundation
While Stokes County lies just beyond the Foundation’s core service area, we believe in addressing needs as they arise—even when that means reaching beyond our borders.
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Spring Scholarships Open January 12th!
This year, we’re making it easier for students to apply for scholarships with our new one-stop application processes.
And we will have more scholarships available than ever for students across our service area! Know a student planning for college? Be sure to share our scholarship opportunities with them!
Visit our Spring Scholarship Page
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Five Adult Scholarships Awarded
The Shallow Ford Foundation was proud to support adult students this past fall season in their educational journeys through five scholarship awards.
These scholarships are made possible through the generosity of donors who believe in education’s power to change lives.
| | Fall mini-grants awarded to Yadkin County educators thanks to the YCEF | |
The Foundation announced the recipients of its 2025 fall mini-grant opportunity, continuing its mission to support creativity and innovation in Yadkin County Schools.
This grant cycle was designed to support educators in creating dynamic learning experiences that promote both cross-curricular integration and STEM engagement.
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"Since the first grants were awarded in May 2024, the Yadkin County Education Foundation has made a tremendous impact on education in Yadkin County Schools. The fund exists to support our students and educators, and the fall grants are a continuation of that work. Through the Education Foundation, generosity is transformed into lasting impact—supporting classrooms, empowering teachers, and expanding opportunities for students."
Todd Martin Ed. D.,
Community Engagement Officer, Shallow Ford Foundation
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Mobilizing $8,700 in Support for Local Food Pantries
When the government shutdown created unexpected hardship for local families, one donor’s action sparked a wave of generosity.
Thanks to the Foundation and its network of donors, more than $8,700 was quickly mobilized to support food pantries serving neighbors in need.
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Join us in building a stronger community.
When you engage with the Shallow Ford Foundation, you help strengthen Clemmons, Lewisville, Yadkin County, and connecting communities. Explore ways to give, connect, or share our mission— lasting impact starts with you!
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Yadkinville Office:
129 West Elm Street
PO Box 755
Yadkinville, NC 27055
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Clemmons Office:
3540 Clemmons Rd. Suite 113
PO Box 567
Clemmons, NC 27012
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