[The Philadelphia Foundation](https://www.philafound.org)

March 27, 2026 (Full application deadline)

Grants range from $5,000–$50,000; typical awards ~$20,000; one-year funding

Supports Philadelphia nonprofits delivering anti-crime, anti-drug, and anti-violence summer camps, cycling, swimming, and athletic programs.

Priority for grassroots groups with annual budgets ≤ $950,000; up to 100 applications accepted per cycle.

--- ## Description This grant supports community-based organizations in Philadelphia providing programs that help residents—especially youth—escape poverty and avoid crime and drug addiction. Funding is specifically for summer camps, cycling, swimming, and athletic programs that incorporate anti-crime, anti-drug, and anti-violence initiatives. The program is funded by the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office through the Forfeiture Fund, in accordance with state law and a federal court order, and is administered by The Philadelphia Foundation. The current cycle is focused on supporting grassroots organizations with smaller budgets and a demonstrated track record in the relevant program areas. --- ## Due Dates - March 27, 2026: Full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Grants range from $5,000 to $50,000 per organization. - Typical award size is approximately $20,000. - Funding is provided for a one-year project period. - The total number of applications considered is capped at 100 per cycle. --- ## Eligibility - Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating in Philadelphia (fiscal sponsorship allowed; funds will be distributed to the fiscal sponsor if applicable). - Annual operating budget must be $950,000 or less. - Must have a track record of delivering programming that helps Philadelphians avoid crime/drug addiction and escape poverty. - Previous grantees must have completed their funded program, expended all grant funds, and submitted final narrative and financial reports to be eligible for new funding. - Programs must focus on a single eligible area (summer camps, cycling, swimming, or athletic programs); applications attempting to address all areas in one proposal are likely to be declined. --- ## Application Process 1. **Determine Eligibility:** Review all criteria above. 2. **Prepare Required Documents:** - 501(c)(3) IRS determination letter - Fiscal sponsorship agreement (if applicable) - List of Board of Directors - Organizational budget (must include both revenues and expenses) - Project budget - Prior year financial statement - [PA Bureau of Charitable Organizations Certificate](https://www.pa.gov/services/dos/register-a-charity) 3. **Submit Application:** Complete the online application and upload all required documents. The application portal will close after 100 submissions. - [Access the application here](https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/108895-Philadelphia-Foundation) 4. **Reporting:** Grantees must complete narrative and financial reports after project completion. --- ## Additional Information - Only organizations serving the city and county of Philadelphia are eligible. - Programs must align with anti-crime, anti-drug, or anti-violence objectives. - Applications are limited to one focus area per cycle. - Grant funds cannot be used for endowments, scholarships, political activities, personal gain, litigation costs, or other impermissible expenses as detailed in the guidelines. - Upcoming cycles will focus on other areas (community revitalization, environmental justice, business corridor safety, etc.). --- ## External Links - [Program Details and Guidelines](https://www.philafound.org/nonprofits/available-grants/special-initiative-grants/dao/) - [Application Portal](https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/108895-Philadelphia-Foundation) - [Philadelphia Foundation – Special Initiative Grants](https://www.philafound.org/nonprofits/available-grants/special-initiative-grants/) - [PA Bureau of Charitable Organizations Certificate](https://www.pa.gov/services/dos/register-a-charity) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Webform | |---------------------------------|-------------------------------------|---------------|-----------------------------------------------| | The Philadelphia Foundation | info@philafound.org | 215-563-6417 | [Contact page](https://www.philafound.org/contact/) | | For Forfeiture Fund Questions | DAsGrants@philafound.org | — | — |

Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office Forfeiture Fund 2026

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