Applications are now accepted on a rolling basis instead of the previous April 25 deadline. Funding amounts now vary by project rather than being capped at $1 million, though requests still cannot exceed 25% of your annual operating budget. You also no longer need to partner with multiple early childhood education programs, meaning single-site projects are now eligible to apply.
Funder: William Penn Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Open application) | RFP-specific (see program page)
Funding Amounts: Awards vary; maximum is typically capped at 25% of applicant’s annual operating budget per year, with indirect/overhead costs allowed up to 25% of direct project costs.
Summary: Supports projects expanding affordable, high-quality early childhood education in Philadelphia for children ages birth to 5.
Key Information: Projects must serve Philadelphia children (birth–5) and focus on STAR 3/4 or equivalent high-quality programs.