Heads up that the application timeline has shifted from a rolling process to a projected deadline of October 2026. If your organization is based outside Philadelphia, you are now explicitly eligible to apply as long as your programs serve Philadelphia residents. Keep in mind that your project's progress will now be measured by participants' 12-month employment retention after training.
Funder: William Penn Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards cover up to 25% of an organization's annual budget; recent rounds awarded $12.7M across 32 grants.
Summary: Supports wrap-around services that help Philadelphians with high barriers to employment complete workforce training and maintain employment.
Key Information: Funding is for supportive services—not for creating new training programs; focus is on Philadelphia and surrounding region.