THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION
Philadelphia, PA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
23-1581832
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Philadelphia, PA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
23-1581832
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Philadelphia Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Washington. With a total of $39.1 million in grants paid to 2,175 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION STRENGTHENS THE ECONOMIC, SOCIAL & CIVIC VITALITY OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ST CHRISTOPHER'S FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN
$45.4M
12%
VANGUARD CHARITABLE ENDOWMENT PROGRAM
$17.9M
5%
TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
$6.6M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
715
Median 1st year grant
$19K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION?
No. THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION give?
THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Washington. 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 PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION awarded about 720 grants, totaling nearly $39.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2,180 grantees. Recent grantees include ST CHRISTOPHER'S FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN, VANGUARD CHARITABLE ENDOWMENT PROGRAM, and TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION?
THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.