Investment in Parks
This grant funds projects that boost investment, maintenance, and advocacy for Philadelphia’s parks, aiming for sustainable improvements and increased per capita spending by 2035.
Funder: William Penn Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026
Funding Amounts: Recent awards: $2.7M across 13 grants since 2024; award sizes vary by project scope and organizational capacity.
Summary: Supports increased funding and advocacy for the maintenance and improvement of Philadelphia’s parks, aiming to enhance quality of life and sustainable investment.
Key Information: Grant will not fund more than 25% of an organization’s annual budget in any three of five years.
Description
This grant opportunity seeks to boost investment in Philadelphia’s park system by supporting projects that increase funding for park maintenance, operations, and advocacy. The initiative recognizes the role of both public and private contributions—including volunteer hours—to build a lasting and sustainable base of support for parks. Progress is measured using the Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore®, with a goal to raise the three-year average per capita park spending from $86 to $95 by 2035. The program encourages efforts leveraging community organizations and advocacy networks to achieve these benchmarks and enhance the quality of life for all Philadelphians.
