Philadelphia Foundation

06/23/2026

Applications for the Forman Family Fund close July 3! If your nonprofit offers arts programming for youth in Greater Philadelphia, don't miss your chance to apply. 🎨

Apply today: https://www.philafound.org/nonprofits/available-grants/special-initiative-grants/forman-family-fund-grants/

Applications are open for the Nessa Forman, David Forman, Eleanor and Solomon Forman Family Fund! 🎨

Managed by Philadelphia Foundation, the fund supports Greater Philadelphia nonprofits offering programming in photography, architectural drawing and architecture, and written arts for young people ages 11 to 18, both in-school and out-of-school-time.

The fund honors the legacy of Nessa R. Forman, a passionate advocate for arts education and former Vice President for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at WHYY.

If your organization works with youth in the arts, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more and apply: https://www.philafound.org/nonprofits/available-grants/special-initiative-grants/forman-family-fund-grants/

06/17/2026

Through our partnership with the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, we are announcing the opening of the 2026 DAO Forfeiture Fund grant cycle.

This cycle prioritizes Community Revitalization, Neighborhood Beautification, and Environmental Justice, supporting nonprofits working to restore spaces, beautify neighborhoods, and advance environmental equity across Philadelphia.

If your organization is doing this work, we encourage you to apply. Questions? Contact us at [email protected].

To apply, visit: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/110326-Philadelphia-Foundation

06/15/2026

Philadelphia Foundation's 2025 Impact Report is live.

A year of showing up, driving change, and turning shared commitment into real progress across Greater Philadelphia.

A few highlights from inside the report:
🔸 How we drive change: Philadelphia's homicide rate hit a low, an Economic Mobility Summit, and our Conversations in Civic Leadership series
🔹 How we show up: Emergency funds launched in response to federal funding cuts and regional food banks across the five-county region
🔸 How we create impact: Philly Gives returned for year two, DAF giving grew 41% year over year, partnership with Chobani and La Colombe, and convening of nonprofit leaders

This is how change happens. Take a look: https://www.philafound.org/impact-report-2025/

06/11/2026

In order to tackle Greater Philadelphia's most pressing challenges, we'll need leaders who step up when it matters most.

As a strategic problem-solver, Philadelphia Foundation mobilizes cross-sector partners and maintains the sustained focus needed to drive real change. This work depends on flexible funding that allows us to respond at any scale, whether that means a years-long coalition effort or an immediate grant to a community organization facing an unexpected crisis.

When you support the Civic Leadership Fund, you're investing in the partnerships and persistence that create lasting change in our region.

Learn more about becoming a civic leader: https://www.philafound.org/civic-leadership/

06/09/2026

Applications are open for the Nessa Forman, David Forman, Eleanor and Solomon Forman Family Fund! 🎨

Managed by Philadelphia Foundation, the fund supports Greater Philadelphia nonprofits offering programming in photography, architectural drawing and architecture, and written arts for young people ages 11 to 18, both in-school and out-of-school-time.

The fund honors the legacy of Nessa R. Forman, a passionate advocate for arts education and former Vice President for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at WHYY.

If your organization works with youth in the arts, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more and apply: https://www.philafound.org/nonprofits/available-grants/special-initiative-grants/forman-family-fund-grants/

06/04/2026

Through our partnership with the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, 46 local nonprofits have received a total of $500,000 in microgrants supporting youth summer programming and violence prevention efforts across Philadelphia. 🙌

These grants fund summer camps, athletic programming, cycling, swimming, and more, creating safe spaces and opportunities for young people across the city. This work plays a critical role in addressing the root causes of violence and building safer, more resilient communities. Investing in community-led solutions is what helps drive lasting change in our region.

Read more: https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/philadelphia-grants-violence-larry-krasner-district-attorney/4400697/

06/02/2026

In 2025, Philadelphia's nonprofit sector faced one of its most challenging funding environments in recent memory. Federal policy shifts introduced real uncertainty, forcing organizations to make hard decisions about programs and the people they serve.

When our community was in need, our donors stepped up. 🤝

In significant and measurable ways, our DAF donors read the moment and responded to it. Donor-directed giving rose nearly 41% year over year, reaching $32.4 million. That kind of responsiveness reflects something important about what it means to have a giving vehicle rooted in a community foundation. When the community needs more, our donors already have the infrastructure in place, our expertise to help them understand the landscape, and our relationships to give more, quickly and with confidence.

Read more about how Philadelphia Foundation DAF donors met the moment in 2025 ⬇️
https://www.philafound.org/how-philadelphia-foundation-daf-donors-met-the-moment-in-2025/

05/28/2026

Philly Gives brought home the gold! 🥇

The Philadelphia Inquirer has been awarded gold at the 2026 INMA Awards for its Philly Gives coverage, placing the initiative among the best public service campaigns in news media internationally. This award reflects what becomes possible when media, philanthropy, and community work together.

We congratulate the Inquirer and every partner who has helped make Philly Gives a model for collective generosity.

Read more about this exciting honor: https://www.philafound.org/philly-gives-earns-global-recognition-for-community-impact/

05/26/2026

Lasting philanthropic investments open doors for the next generation. For years, donors across Greater Philadelphia have contributed to scholarship funds at Philadelphia Foundation to do exactly that, ensuring ambitious local students have the financial support to pursue their education. 🎓

Each year, Philadelphia Foundation awards more than 200 scholarships from the funds we steward. The 2026 Scholarship Application is now open! If you're a high school or undergraduate student in the Philadelphia area, we encourage you to apply before the June 8 deadline. 📅

To learn more or apply today, visit: https://www.philafound.org/students/apply-for-a-scholarship/

05/19/2026

Philadelphia Foundation is proud to welcome John S. Swartley to its Board of Managers! 👏

Dr. Swartley serves as the inaugural Chief Innovation Officer at the University of Pennsylvania, bringing expertise in innovation strategy and cross-sector partnership to his new role.

We look forward to working alongside him to advance our work as a civic catalyst in Greater Philadelphia.

Read the full announcement: https://www.philafound.org/philadelphia-foundation-welcomes-innovation-leader-john-s-swartley-to-board-of-managers/