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The Philadelphia Foundation has a century-long history of connecting community-minded individuals with the people and organizations that are helping to build a Greater Philadelphia Region. With deep relationships in the community and intimate knowledge of local nonprofits, we collaborate with individuals, families and businesses to magnify charitable and philanthropic impact. From Ben Franklin’s civic gift of 1,000 pounds sterling to Gerry Lenfest’s endowment for independent journalism, the Philadelphia Foundation stewards legacies that strengthen the place we call home, improving lives today and for future generations.
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We help local nonprofits accelerate impact through grantmaking and operational support, from training staff to building endowments.
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Our 100-year legacy of serving this community has shown us the miraculous things our city can accomplish when we collaborate for the greater good, sharing our knowledge to create a better tomorrow, today.
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Our city’s future will be defined by the youth of today. By providing our children with educational opportunities, we’re building a path for future leaders.
Learn MoreWhenever I asked anyone ‘who is the most established foundation and best to deal with that can help with my fund?’ the response was always the Philadelphia Foundation. They were right.
Mel Heifetz
Captivating and inspiring the members of our community with exposure to cultural influence and artistic expression
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Driving the research and discovery of better treatments for modern illnesses and conditions
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Ensuring everyone in our community has access to the essential services and support they need to thrive
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Partnering with local organizations to bring their visions for the future of the region to life
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During our centennial year, we’re hosting a variety of events to celebrate the spirit of impactful community change. We’re calling on all nonprofits, professional advisors and members of our community to join us as we enter our second century of servicing our region. Together, we can make our next century as impactful as the last.
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Open to all ages, no experience necessary! Join us in painting a piece of The Philadelphia Foundation Centennial Celebration mural & become a part of Philadelphia’s public art landscape!
Free!
During our centennial year, we’re hosting a variety of events to celebrate the spirit of impactful community change. We’re calling on all nonprofits, professional advisors and members of our community to join us as we enter our second century of servicing our region. Together, we can make our next century as impactful as the last.
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Open to all ages, no experience necessary! Join us in painting a piece of The Philadelphia Foundation Centennial Celebration mural & become a part of Philadelphia’s public art landscape!
Free!
During our centennial year, we’re hosting a variety of events to celebrate the spirit of impactful community change. We’re calling on all nonprofits, professional advisors and members of our community to join us as we enter our second century of servicing our region. Together, we can make our next century as impactful as the last.
See all Events Open to all ages, no experience necessary! Join us in painting a piece of The Philadelphia Foundation Centennial Celebration mural & become a part of Philadelphia’s public art landscape!
Free!
During our centennial year, we’re hosting a variety of events to celebrate the spirit of impactful community change. We’re calling on all nonprofits, professional advisors and members of our community to join us as we enter our second century of servicing our region. Together, we can make our next century as impactful as the last.
See all Events Open to all ages, no experience necessary! Join us in painting a piece of The Philadelphia Foundation Centennial Celebration mural & become a part of Philadelphia’s public art landscape!
Free!
During our centennial year, we’re hosting a variety of events to celebrate the spirit of impactful community change. We’re calling on all nonprofits, professional advisors and members of our community to join us as we enter our second century of servicing our region. Together, we can make our next century as impactful as the last.
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The Philadelphia Foundation has partnered with Catchafire to introduce the Key Skills Hub, an online tool that connects nonprofits with professionals who want to donate their skills, pro bono. This partnership gives nonprofits access to capacity building support like creating a marketing strategy, building a website, and getting graphic design help – all for free.
Free for Nonprofits!
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