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

March 2027 (application deadline, projected)

Awards range from $5,000 to $50,000 per project; typically for one-year programs.

Supports Philadelphia nonprofits running anti-crime summer camps, cycling, swimming, and athletic programs through community-focused funding.

Capped at 100 applications; priority for grassroots groups with budgets under $950,000.

--- ## Description This opportunity provides funding to Philadelphia-based nonprofit organizations and fiscally sponsored groups delivering anti-crime, anti-drug, and anti-violence programming, particularly through summer camps, cycling, swimming, or athletic initiatives. The fund prioritizes grassroots organizations with annual operating budgets at or below $950,000 and aims to support programs that help Philadelphians—especially youth—escape poverty and avoid crime and drug addiction. The funding is intended to help organizations deliver impactful community-based interventions in accordance with guidance from the Office of the Attorney General of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Department of Justice. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants range from $5,000 to $50,000 per organization. - Funding is typically for a one-year program cycle. - The total number of funded organizations is limited by a cap of 100 applications per cycle. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or a fiscally sponsored group operating in Philadelphia. - Annual operating budget must be $950,000 or less. - Must have a track record of delivering programming that helps Philadelphians escape poverty and avoid crime/drug addiction. - Only organizations serving the city and county of Philadelphia are eligible. - Previous grantees must have completed all reporting requirements for prior awards. - Programs must focus on one area (summer camps, cycling, swimming, or athletics) per application; applications covering multiple focus areas are likely to be declined. --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application form (see program page for updates and link). - Upload required supplemental documents: - 501(c)(3) IRS determination letter - 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) - Only the first 100 complete applications will be considered. - For questions, email DAsGrants@philafound.org. --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to organizations with smaller budgets and a demonstrated track record in the relevant program area. - Funding supports anti-crime, anti-drug, and anti-violence initiatives only. - A non-exhaustive list of permissible uses will be provided to grantees based on guidance from state and federal authorities. --- ## External Links - [Program Details & Application Portal](https://www.philafound.org/nonprofits/available-grants/special-initiative-grants/dao/) - [Philadelphia Foundation Homepage](https://www.philafound.org) - [PA Bureau of Charitable Organizations Certificate](https://www.pa.gov/services/dos/register-a-charity) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Contact Page | |--------------------|-----------------------------|---------------|---------------------------------------------------------| | The Philadelphia Foundation | info@philafound.org | 215-563-6417 | [Contact Form](https://www.philafound.org/contact/) | | DAO Grants Program | DAsGrants@philafound.org | — | — |

Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office Forfeiture Fund 2026

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