Philanthropy Delaware

08/02/2025

Celebrating PurposefulPhilanthropy that is Intentional, Strategic and Impactful. Watch this space this month highlighting The Gilliam Foundation, HBCU WEEK FOUNDATION, INC. and the African-American Empowerment Fund at the Delaware Community Foundation along with reports and other news in community philanthropy.

07/29/2025

Be sure to mark your calendars for this year's Back to School Rally hosted by the Sunday Breakfast Mission on August 9th in Wilmington. The rally includes free backpacks, school supplies, and dental screenings!

FREE BACKPACKS & SCHOOL SUPPLIES GRADES K - 8TH

07/24/2025

A coalition of major philanthropies has launched a $1 billion initiative to expand economic opportunity for low-income Americans through technology. The effort will invest in innovative tools and entrepreneurs tackling challenges like job loss, housing instability, and health crises with support from AI. By empowering frontline workers with scalable tech, the goal is to help over 90 million Americans struggling economically.

Funders launch $1 billion AI economic development initiative. The 15-year initiative will focus on fostering technology and tools to expand economic opportunity for low-income Americans and will invest in entrepreneurs who are developing personalized solutions that help individuals and families….&...

07/21/2025

At Philanthropy Delaware, we work to connect donors, nonprofits, and community leaders through education, networking, and advocacy to drive impactful change across the first state.

Our goal is to create opportunities for individuals, corporations, and foundations to collaborate and make meaningful contributions in our community. Working together, we can create a more equitable, vibrant, and thriving Delaware through intentional, strategic, and impactful philanthropy. To learn more about us, click the link below!

07/17/2025

Excellent read from our friends at The Chronicle of Philanthropy.

Over 84 percent of nonprofits based in the Bronx rely on federal grants that are at risk under the Trump administration’s policies, according to an analysis by the Urban Institute.

07/15/2025

Today is Social Media Giving Day!

Philanthropy is more than giving. It’s creating hope, lifting voices, and changing lives.

We thank all of our members who help make a positive impact in the lives of Delawareans all across our state. Big or small, your kindness matters. So today, let's use the power of social media for good.

Drop a cause you love in the comments and let’s spread some good today!

07/11/2025

ICYMI: Last week the United Philanthropy Forum released a statement regarding H.R. 1, otherwise known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the impacts it will have on the philanthropic sector.

United Philanthropy Forum released a statement on the Senate passage of the reconciliation bill.

07/09/2025

According to a new Giving USA report, charitable giving in 2024 reached $592.5 billion, a 3.3% inflation adjusted increase from 2023. Individual giving rose 5%, corporate giving climbed 6%, and foundation giving dipped slightly. Many nonprofits still face cuts, layoffs, and a rising demand for services. Many worry that government funding cuts, especially to programs like SNAP, will widen service gaps beyond what private philanthropy alone can cover.

Charities received $592.5 billion in donations in 2024, a 3.3% increase over 2023, after adjusting for inflation, according to the most recent ”Giving USA″ report, which takes a comprehensive look at U.S. philanthropy.

07/07/2025

Interested in making a difference in your community? The Delaware Community Foundation Youth Philanthropy Boards are looking for young leaders to help make an impact! Contact information is below!

Do you know a young person who wants to make a difference in their community? We’re looking for passionate young leaders to join the Youth Philanthropy Boards. If you know someone who would be interested, contact Yolanda Rushdan for New Castle County or Kelly Sheridan for Kent and Sussex County. [email protected] [email protected]

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from the Philanthropy Delaware Team!