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Seeking to Build Community, Philadelphia Invests $500M in Recreational Spaces
Supported by a record $100 million grant from the William Penn Foundation, Philadelphia launched a high-profile, mayor-backed, seven-year, $500 million initiative called “Rebuild” to revitalize neighborhood parks, recreation centers, playgrounds, and libraries across the city.
Citizens Bank Teams with LISC Across Workforce Development Initiatives
Citizens Bank announced funding to expand the impact of LISC Financial Opportunity Centers in three cities, including Philadelphia, fueling programs that help people train for jobs in growth industries and move from entry-level positions to career pathways.
Community Foundation of South Jersey Announces COVID-19 Response Fund
The Community Foundation of South Jersey (CFSJ) announced the launch of a South Jersey COVID-19 Response Fund to rapidly deploy flexible resources to 501(c)3 non-profits in eight counties – Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean and Salem.
The AmerisourceBergen Foundation Commits $1M to Aid Communities, Individuals and Associates Impacted by COVID-19
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.
Green Tree Community Health Foundation Is Now Foundation for Health Equity™
The Board of Trustees of the Green Tree Community Health Foundation announced a new name -- Foundation for Health Equity (f4HE) -- as well as a new website (f4he.org), and strategic direction that renews the 16-year-old foundation’s commitment to the health and well-being of all people in Northwest Philadelphia.
PA Humanities announces Wingspan: $2.25 million to 24 BIPOC and rural organizations
PA Humanities announced $2.25 million in funding to 24 organizations from across the Commonwealth that prioritize community-based humanities in their work.
GreenLight Raises New $3.5 Million Fund to Combat Systemic Poverty in Philadelphia
The Sarah Ralston Foundation Welcomes Heather Finnegan as New Executive Director
The Fund for Women and Girls Bids Farewell to Current Executive Director, Announces Interim Appointee, and Looks Ahead to Diverse Executive Search
How you can help Philly reimagine our civic spaces
Philadelphia’s growing skyline is not the only sign of the city’s ongoing renaissance. Recent and deep investment in the public spaces that bring us together is also a sure signal of our city’s revival.
2020 Complete Count Committee Recommends State Funding To Ensure Accurate Census In PA
Reporting to the Commonwealth, Pennsylvania’s Census 2020 Complete Count Commission is requesting state funding be added to the 2019-20 budget totaling an amount equal to $1 per person currently residing in the state to ensure a complete and accurate census count in 2020.
Connelly and William Penn Foundations announce major support of workforce initiative
A combined $895,000 in grants from Connelly & William Penn Foundations will support University City District's West Philadelphia Sklils Initiative (WPSI).
Susan K. Urahn Appointed Pew’s New President and CEO
Susan K. Urahn has been named to succeed longtime CEO Rebecca W. Rimel effective July 1, 2020.
Funder Briefing: Reflecting Forward Report
Join us for a briefing on the recent report, Reflecting Forward: Philadelphia-based Black Leaders’ Recommendation
Foundations Community Partnership Launches #FCPresents Series to Help Strengthen Non-Profit Sector
Maximizing Catalytic Capital’s Leveraging Power
Pia Agrawal named incoming executive director of Leeway Foundation
Press release via Leeway Foundation