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THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF

THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF

Philadelphia, PA, US
501(c)3
EIN
04-3731829
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
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THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF

Philadelphia, PA, US
501(c)3
EIN
04-3731829
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder

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Est.

2002

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Lenfest Institute for Journalism Special Asset Fund of TPF is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Pennsylvania, New York, and Michigan, having distributed a total of $15 million to 240 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

RECEIVE, MANAGE, AND DISTRIBUTE ASSETS IN SUPPORT OF THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION.
Total Funding Given

$15M

2024
Grantees funded
240
Multi-year grantees
27%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

97

Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$70K
J
James Friedlich
Board Member
K
Keith Leaphart
Board Member
V
Vijay Ravindran
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF?
No. THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF give?
THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New York, and Michigan. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF make each year?
In 2024, THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $15 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF fund recently?
In 2024, THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF awarded grants to about 240 grantees. Recent grantees include City Report Inc, Temple University - Of The Commonwealth System of Higher Education, and SPOTLIGHT PA C/O CHRISTOPHER BAXTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF?
THE LENFEST INSTITUTE FOR JOURNALISM SPECIAL ASSET FUND OF TPF does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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