THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA
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The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based engagement model, making grants by invitation only. With a total of $8.6 million awarded to 92 grantees in 2025, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA (CFGP) EXISTS TO BETTER THE MISSION OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE LIVES OF PEOPLE. THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES DONORS AN AVENUE TO FULFILL THEIR CHARITABLE GOALS THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF PROJECTS, PROGRAMS, ORGANIZATIONS AND INITIATIVES.
Cause Areas
1
Religion
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF PHILADELPHIA
$20.1M
40%
Catholic Social Services
$2.8M
6%
World Meeting Of Families - Philadelphia
$2.1M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
53
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA?
No. THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA give?
THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Ohio. 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 CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA make each year?
In 2025, THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $8.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA fund recently?
In 2025, THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF PHILADELPHIA, Catholic Social Services, and World Meeting Of Families - Philadelphia. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA?
THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.