Mark your calendars for a new anticipated deadline in July 2026, as the rolling application option is no longer available. Funding limits are now capped at $800,000 over three years rather than having no set maximum. To qualify for this cycle, your organization must also demonstrate a proven track record of connecting families to public benefits.
Funder: William Penn Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $800,000 per project (over 3 years); $3 million total available for this cycle; indirect/overhead costs added per foundation formula.
Summary: Supports projects connecting Philadelphia families with young children to public benefits and tax credits to improve economic stability and child development.
Key Information: Funding is limited to projects serving Philadelphia families with children ages 0–8; only 501(c)(3)s, government entities, or those with a fiscal sponsor are eligible.