James G Hanes Foundation

James G Hanes Foundation is a foundation based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Established in 1964, the foundation supports non-profits in arts, education, and humanitarian services, focusing on Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, and the Triad region. It provides non-recurring grants for specific projects, excluding administrative costs. The foundation originated from the James G. Hanes Memorial Fund, set up by his second wife, Molly Ruffin Hanes. James G. Hanes Sr., an industrialist and civic leader, expanded Hanes Hosiery into the world's largest seamless hosiery manufacturer. His legacy continued through his son, James G. Hanes Jr. The assets are managed by the board of directors.