VNA Foundation of Greater North Penn announces first round North Penn Unity Grants
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
... until October 30, 2020. Eligible organizations can apply here . If you have questions about eligibility for a ...
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The Alliance for Health Equity Invests $225,000 over two years in Opportunities Industrialization Center Inc. at Chester County (OIC) for the Coatesville Homelessness and Unemployment Collective
Friday, December 17, 2021
Coatesville's Collective Impact Initiative will help people live healthy and well by increasing employment, living wages, and housing stability for adults 18–24-year-old males and females of color living in Coatesville by 2026.
The Presser Foundation announces more than $71,000 in new special project grants to music organizations
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Grants were awarded to 12 music organizations in three categories: 1) pilot projects/programs, 2) first-time, ongoing programmatic collaborations, and 3) operating support for newer music organizations.
Independence Public Media Foundation Welcomes Seven New Board Members
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
... first-ever board open call , invited community members to apply and join its board. This aligns with the foundation’s ...
$100,000 Grant Kicks off Campaign for Chromebooks for Pottstown School District
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
... impact that this has on the Pottstown School District, but now the impact is more prevalent,” said Joe Rusiewicz, ...
Ralston Center Announces the Launch of The Sarah Ralston Foundation
Friday, January 13, 2023
... provider of senior services in West Philadelphia is now a philanthropy dedicated to supporting organizations ...
A look ahead to 2022
Monday, November 29, 2021
As we approach the end of another year dominated by COVID-19, we're looking forward to 2022 bringing exciting changes for Philanthropy Network as we continue to provide opportunities for regional funders to learn, connect and lead change.
Opinion | Solving Philly’s poverty issues takes consistent, relentless effort by Mayor Jim Kenney
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
... centers and libraries where adults use computers to apply for jobs, and staff are forced to run outside to ... our BenePhilly Centers helped more than 20,000 neighbors apply for public benefits, securing almost $20 million in ...
Mayor Kenney Signs Executive Order Establishing Philly Counts 2020
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
Mayor Jim Kenney signed an Executive Order establishing the Philly Counts 2020 office and the formation of the Complete Count Committee.
Sidney Hargro named to Generocity's 2018 Leaders List
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Philanthropy Network's Executive Director Sidney Hargro is among 12 people of color on Generocity's Leader List 2018, spotlighting those who are doing exceptional work to strengthen Philly’s social impact sector.
A Farewell Message from President Sidney Hargro: A Time for Change
Friday, July 16, 2021
As he prepares to leave his role as president of the Network, Sidney shares his gratitude and reflections on his four-year tenure.
Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation awards over $1.4 million to community organizations
Friday, August 20, 2021
Grants were divided among five program areas: Healthy Behaviors-Schools, Healthy Behaviors-Parks, Healthy Behaviors-Networks, Physical and Emotional Health, and Strengthening Nonprofits.
Twelve Greater Philadelphia Foundations Pursue a More Equitable Future
Thursday, June 20, 2019
In an effort for philanthropy to more deliberately address historical, structural, and institutional inequity, 12 foundations in Greater Philadelphia have committed to participating in a year-long journey toward institutional change.
Seybert Foundation Announces Management Transition
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
The Seybert Foundation announced the appointment of Theresa Jackson as their new Manager beginning in February, 2019. Jackson succeeds Diana Loukedis Doherty, who has served in the role since 2011.
Applications open Sept. 13th for third round of COVID-19 funding
Monday, September 13, 2021
The third round of grants from the COVID-19 Prevention & Response Fund will support ongoing efforts to increase vaccination rates in communities hardest hit by the pandemic.
Bipartisan Policy Center and United Philanthropy Forum Create Partnership to Tackle Critical Policy Issues
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
By implementing a bipartisan solutions approach, this partnership will seek to address systemic inequities impacting communities nationwide.
William Penn Foundation awards $2.6M to support River Alive! Project
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
... quality, people are once again returning to the water now that it is clean. The Foundation has made a concerted ... our past support for the Central Delaware Master Plan and now through this exhibit, which will provide direct access ...
WCU Students Demonstrate Benjamin Franklin’s Philanthropic Legacy through Annual Grant
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
... several Philadelphia-area community foundations. Now, annually through Benjamin Franklin’s Trust Fund, the ... matter, so their legacy philanthropy makes a difference now and forever. The Community Foundation holds over $70 ...
William Penn Foundation Announces $3 Million for PHL COVID-19 Fund
Thursday, March 19, 2020
... of the Coronavirus are unknown, but help is needed now. That is why yesterday the William Penn Foundation’s ... for their swift and decisive collaboration to act. Now we need more funding partners and individuals to join us. ...
The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia School announces $5M gift for laptops to get students online
Friday, March 27, 2020
... online within just a few weeks. In good times or bad, now all of our Philadelphia students will have access to ... of Philadelphia's public school students who will now be able to access online educational resources from ...