THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD
AI Summary
The Philly Service Award is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives through a relationship-based approach, providing grants exclusively by invitation. In 2024, the organization distributed $101K across three grantees, emphasizing its commitment to fostering partnerships rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Philly Service Award can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ORGANIZATION ENGAGES AND INSPIRES PHILADELPHIA'S YOUTH BY FUNDING HIGH SCHOOLS WITH GRANTS FOR STUDENT-LED COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS. BY TAKING A HANDS-ON APPROACH TO THEIR COMMUNITIES' CHALLENGES, STUDENTS ARE CHANGING THE CITY FROM THE INSIDE OUT WHILE CARVING THEIR OWN PATH TO CIVIC LEADERSHIP. ALSO, THE ORGANIZATION CELEBRATES THEIR ACHIEVEMENTS WITH AN AWARDS CEREMONY, PROVIDES ADDITIONAL FUNDING TO ENHANCE SCHOOLS AND SUPPORT EDUCATORS WITH CLASSROOM ESSENTIALS.
Cause Areas
1
Youth organizing
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
IMHOTEP INSTITUTE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
PHILADELPHIA, PA
$21K
21%
SANKOFA FREEDOM ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Philadelphia, PA
$20K
20%
ASSOCIATED ALUMNI OF CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA
Philadelphia, PA
$20K
20%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD?
No. THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD give?
THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania. 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 PHILLY SERVICE AWARD’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD make each year?
In 2024, THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $101 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD fund recently?
In 2024, THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include IMHOTEP INSTITUTE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL, SANKOFA FREEDOM ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL, and ASSOCIATED ALUMNI OF CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD?
THE PHILLY SERVICE AWARD does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.