If you are planning to apply for this William Penn Foundation opportunity, take note of some newly clarified project priorities. The foundation now explicitly favors proposals that include direct financial support for students, such as stipends or tuition subsidies. Make sure your application also emphasizes community engagement, sustainability, and specific strategies for recruiting Black, Hispanic, Asian, and other teachers of color.
Funder: William Penn Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Open Application) | Periodic RFPs (see program page for current opportunities)
Funding Amounts: Recent grants: $6.6M across 15 awards since 2024; typical awards vary by project scope; Foundation will not fund more than 25% of an organization's operating costs for more than 3 years in 5.
Summary: Supports efforts to recruit, prepare, and retain diverse, certified K-12 teachers in Philadelphia, aiming to better reflect and serve the city’s student population.
Key Information: Priority for Philadelphia-based organizations or those serving Philadelphia K-12 schools; proposals must align with the objective of increasing teacher diversity and certification.