The Philadelphia Foundation, a public charity, is Southeastern Pennsylvania’s leading center for community philanthropic engagement and is committed to improving the quality of life in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties through funds established by its donors. The mission of The Philadelphia Foundation is as vital now as it was in 1918 when it was first established. Today, with more than $350 million in charitable assets under management, The Philadelphia Foundation continues to help donors harness their generosity and vision by providing tools, knowledge and financial stewardship directed to maximize the strategic impact of charitable contributions. Grants from more than 775 charitable funds strengthen the effectiveness of nonprofits and support programs that are vital to the people of this region.
What is a "community" foundation?
Community foundations are tax-exempt public charities serving thousands of people who share a common concern-improving the quality of life in their area. The Philadelphia Foundation is the community foundation serving Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania.
Individuals, families, businesses and organizations create permanent charitable funds that help their region meet the challenges of changing times. The foundation invests and administers these funds.
All community foundations are overseen by a volunteer board of leading citizens and run by professionals with expertise in knowing their community's needs.
Why choose a community foundation?
There are many reasons to invest in your local community foundation. They go beyond simply making grants that advance charitable activities: Community foundations also identify current and emerging issues, stimulate resources to address those needs and help their region prepare for the future.
Community foundations:
Know their communities
Help you achieve superior tax benefits
Make set-up and administration easy
Share your interests
Care about the future