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The Philadelphia Foundation
The Philadelphia Foundation has increased philanthropic investment in the community for more than a century.
The foundation fosters the economic, civic and social vitality of Greater Philadelphia taking charitable dollars further through deep relationships in the community and close connections with local nonprofits.
Web Address
www.philafound.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @PhilaFound
Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhiladelphiaFoundation/
The foundation fosters the economic, civic and social vitality of Greater Philadelphia taking charitable dollars further through deep relationships in the community and close connections with local nonprofits.
Web Address
www.philafound.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @PhilaFound
Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhiladelphiaFoundation/
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Recent News from Philadelphia Foundation
Thackray Crane Rental, Inc. Establishes Walter J. Thackray Memorial Scholarship at the ...
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
In fact, since 1947, the company has made philanthropy and community outreach amongst its highest priorities. ... Since 1918, The Philadelphia Foundation has built, managed and distributed...more
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
In fact, since 1947, the company has made philanthropy and community outreach amongst its highest priorities. ... Since 1918, The Philadelphia Foundation has built, managed and distributed...more
Community Foundation Update (03/17/18)
Foundation: Central Indiana Community Foundation, Connecticut Community Foundation, Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, Main Street Community Foundation, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, Erie Community Foundation, Greater New Orleans Foundation, Philadelphia Foundation, Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
California. The Morgan Hill Community Foundation has announced the additions of Steve Cox and Myra Kaelin to its board of directors. Cox is president of Anaerobe Systems, a medical microbiology...more
Foundation: Central Indiana Community Foundation, Connecticut Community Foundation, Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, Main Street Community Foundation, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, Erie Community Foundation, Greater New Orleans Foundation, Philadelphia Foundation, Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
California. The Morgan Hill Community Foundation has announced the additions of Steve Cox and Myra Kaelin to its board of directors. Cox is president of Anaerobe Systems, a medical microbiology...more
The Philadelphia Foundation 2018 Grantmaking
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
It is a privilege to be in our 99th year of service to the Philadelphia region, advancing our strategy to grow effective philanthropy and improve the quality of life for Philadelphians throughout the...more
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
It is a privilege to be in our 99th year of service to the Philadelphia region, advancing our strategy to grow effective philanthropy and improve the quality of life for Philadelphians throughout the...more
Knight Foundation Renews On the Table With $2 Million Grant
Foundation: Akron Community Foundation, Blue Grass Community Foundation, Community Foundation of Central Georgia, Foundation for the Carolinas, Knight Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has announced $2 million in new funding to renew a national initiative that brings residents of cities together over a meal to talk about ways to address...more
Foundation: Akron Community Foundation, Blue Grass Community Foundation, Community Foundation of Central Georgia, Foundation for the Carolinas, Knight Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has announced $2 million in new funding to renew a national initiative that brings residents of cities together over a meal to talk about ways to address...more
Knight Foundation grants $2 million for 2018 On the Table in 10 cities
Foundation: Akron Community Foundation, Blue Grass Community Foundation, Community Foundation of Central Georgia, Foundation for the Carolinas, Knight Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation
The national initiative, On The Table, was funded through a John S. and James L. Knight Foundation grant and led locally by Akron Community Foundation. The event replicated an initiative by The...more
Foundation: Akron Community Foundation, Blue Grass Community Foundation, Community Foundation of Central Georgia, Foundation for the Carolinas, Knight Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation
The national initiative, On The Table, was funded through a John S. and James L. Knight Foundation grant and led locally by Akron Community Foundation. The event replicated an initiative by The...more
Penn Libraries has received grants to digitize major cultural collections
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
Penn Libraries received a grant to preserve Muslim manuscripts and make them more accessible to the students, scholars, and the public. Penn will collaborate with Columbia University and the Free...more
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
Penn Libraries received a grant to preserve Muslim manuscripts and make them more accessible to the students, scholars, and the public. Penn will collaborate with Columbia University and the Free...more
A citywide culture of giving could bring an extra billion dollars to Philly
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
And if we can build a culture of philanthropy within an organization or family, why not build a culture of philanthropy within a city? It's such a huge idea that it's hard to even know where to...more
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
And if we can build a culture of philanthropy within an organization or family, why not build a culture of philanthropy within a city? It's such a huge idea that it's hard to even know where to...more
Workforce development leaders share their perspectives
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
During the breakfast, Johnson reflected on how he left his position as a public administrator to become a social entrepreneur. He led the Office of Employment and Training at a time when Philadelphia...more
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation
During the breakfast, Johnson reflected on how he left his position as a public administrator to become a social entrepreneur. He led the Office of Employment and Training at a time when Philadelphia...more
William Penn Foundation awards $2.6M to support River Alive! Project
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation, William Penn Foundation
William Penn Foundation awarded a $2.6 million grant to Independence Seaport Museum to open River Alive! – a landmark exhibition focusing on...more
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation, William Penn Foundation
William Penn Foundation awarded a $2.6 million grant to Independence Seaport Museum to open River Alive! – a landmark exhibition focusing on...more
43 organizations receive Barra Awards
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation, William Penn Foundation
The Barra Foundation announced they will award $2150000 to 43 exemplary organizations from across the field of Arts & Culture, Education, Health and Human...more
Foundation: Philadelphia Foundation, William Penn Foundation
The Barra Foundation announced they will award $2150000 to 43 exemplary organizations from across the field of Arts & Culture, Education, Health and Human...more
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