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Greater Philadelphia Corporate Volunteer Council Partners with Philadelphia Foundation
The Greater Philadelphia Corporate Volunteer Council (GPCVC) is now partnering with the Philadelphia Foundation to help strategically guide corporate volunteerism throughout the Greater Philadelphia region.
A Peek Inside the CCFWG’s Girls Advisory Board
One member of the 2019-2020 class of CCFWG's Girls Advisory Board (GAB) reflects on her experience with this program that educates and empowers girls to make a difference through philanthropy.
2019 Pennsylvania Community Foundation Gathering
Plan to join your colleagues from community foundations across the state for this exciting opportunity to gather for two days of professional development, peer learning, and networking.
PHL COVID-19 Fund Provides Rapid Response to Community: $7.3M Distributed to Nearly 200 Nonprofits in Three Weeks
More than $2.5 million allocated to 72 regional nonprofits in third round distributions, including many serving high-risk older adult populations.
Statement: Including Immigrants and Refugees In Our Response to COVID-19
The Douty, Fels and Scattergood Foundations invite their fellow funders to sign-on to this statement committing to actions supporting our immigrant and refugee communities during the COVID-19 crisis.
Investing in Community Resilience Webinar Three | Trauma-Informed Practice in Action: Case Studies Across Sectors
City Announces Additional $30 Million in Funding for Rental Assistance and Small Business Relief
New funding brings the City’s direct support for small businesses to $38.7 million and for rental assistance to $39.4 million since start of the pandemic.
Knight Foundation invests $2.2 million in projects to advance Philadelphia’s public spaces and digital engagement
Nine projects will use Knight support to foster resident engagement and equity in Philadelphia neighborhoods.
City Awards $200K to Community Organizations to Support Criminal Justice Reform
With funding from the MacArthur Foundation Safety and Justice Challenge, the Ciminal Justice Microgrant Fund administered by the Mayor’s Fund for Philadelphia awarded microgrants to 20 community organizations advancing racial equity in the criminal justice system.
Philadelphia Foundation Announces Fund Focused on Black-Led Nonprofits Serving Black Communities in Greater Philadelphia
With a lead gift from Facebook’s $20 Million “Supporting Black Communities” National Initiative, the new fund will fortify Black-led nonprofit organizations serving Black communities in Greater Philadelphia.
The Lenfest Institute announces $1.3 million in grants to support The Philadelphia Inquirer’s community-focused journalism
New grants to The Philadelphia Inquirer to support initiatives that will enhance coverage of Philadelphia’s most pressing issues, with a particular focus on communities that have been historically underserved or misrepresented by journalism in the region.
Philadelphia Foundation’s Black Community Leaders Fund Makes $800,000 in Grants to 24 Organizations
An additional $1.5 million in support for the fund also was announced, including contributions from William Penn Foundation ($1million), Wells Fargo ( $250,000), TD Bank ($100,000) and Philadelphia Health Partnership, Santander Bank and the Samuel S. Fels Fund ( $50,000 each).
Francis J. Myers Recreation Center Rebuild Project Awarded $4.5 Million in State Funding
Pennsylvania House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton this week announced the approval of $4.5 million to invest in much needed improvements at the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center in Southwest Philadelphia.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy Unveils Ambitious Growth Plan To Put National Spotlight On Social Sector, Become Nonprofit
The Chronicle of Philanthropy (CoP) announced it plans to become an independent nonprofit organization, and has nearly $6 million in new grant commitments that will support innovation, growth, and impact.
City of Philadelphia, in Partnership with the MacArthur Foundation Safety and Justice Challenge, Announces Second Round of Microgrants for Criminal Justice Reform
The City of Philadelphia announced a second round of microgrants for organizations involved in criminal justice reform work across the City.
$9.5 Million From The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage to Support 30 Philadelphia Organizations and 12 Artist Fellowships
42 new grants will fund local performances, exhibitions, events, and artistic practices that engage with issues of identity, representation, community, and history.
Regional Foundation Announces $4.75 Million in Grant Awards
The Regional Foundation announced $4,750,000 in Implementation Grants to seven organizations throughout Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
The Barr, Kresge, and William Penn Foundations Introduce $13M Funding Collaborative
Press release via William Penn Foundation
$9 Million From The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage Supports 28 Philadelphia Organizations and 12 Artist Fellowships
40 new grants will fund artists and public events that connect art with healing, explore cultural identity, and tell diverse and unique Philadelphia stories.