Smart Start of Forsyth County is not your typical nonprofit — we are Forsyth County's only designated early childhood coordination organization, and that makes us one of a kind. Since 1993, we've been the connector, the catalyst, and the champion for children from birth to age 5. Whether you're a parent searching for quality child care, a provider looking to grow your skills, or a community partner investing in Forsyth County's future, we are here for you. What makes us unique is that we serve everyone in the early childhood ecosystem — families, educators, health providers, and community partners — under one mission. We coordinate 20,000 connections annually across the entire county, linking people to real resources that change lives. We don't just fund programs — we build systems. From infant mental health to workforce development, we address the full picture of what children and families need to thrive. We've been doing this work for over 30 years, and we show up every day with the same urgency as day one. If you care about children, this is your organization too. See what's possible when an entire community decides that every child deserves a strong start.
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Fellowship Home The Fellowship Home located in historic downtown Winston-Salem was originally established as a Flynn Home in 1962. The mission at that time was to provide a residence for recovering alcoholics. In 1979 the facility was renamed The Fellowship Home of Winston-Salem, NC, Inc and the mission was expanded to include other forms of drug abuse. In 1985 Fellowship Home became a United Way partner agency. Located at 661 North Spring Street, the former J. J. Gentry House, makes a distinctive impression with its eclectic architectural style. Built in 1917, the Gentry House was designed by prominent local architect G. Gilbert Humphreys and is on the National Register of historic homes. Fellowship Home Alumni Association Residents who successfully complete The Fellowship Home's Half-Way House program become voting members of Home's Alumni Association. While these men are considered self-sufficient, Alumni Association provides continued peer support and guidance. Alumni Association also hosts an annual alumni reunion and serves as an informal method of tracking success.
