THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND
Philadelphia, PA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
87-2442054
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
Philadelphia, PA, US
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501(c)(3)
•
EIN
87-2442054
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•
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
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The Philadelphia Poverty Action Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on addressing poverty-related issues in Philadelphia. In the 2024 filing year, the fund awarded a total of $6 million across 33 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Notably, the fund does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE DIRECT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT DEMONSTRABLY REDUCE POVERTY.
Cause Areas
1
Community and economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GREATER PHILADELPHIA COMMUNITY ALLIANCE
$4.9M
24%
LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION
$3.1M
15%
Campaign for Working Families Inc
$3M
14%
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$55K
Median 2nd year grant
$60K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND?
No. THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND give?
THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New York, and Tennessee. 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 POVERTY ACTION FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $55 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include GREATER PHILADELPHIA COMMUNITY ALLIANCE, LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION, and Campaign for Working Families Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND?
THE PHILADELPHIA POVERTY ACTION FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.