Submit Application for Welfare Foundation Grant Program

The Welfare Foundation awards grants to promote the social welfare of people and communities across the State of Delaware and in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. Donor Name: Welfare Foundation State: Delaware, Pennsylvania County: Chester County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas The Welfare Foundation has primarily focused on capital grants (but not endowments) in the following seven nonprofit sub-sectors: Social Services Housing Health/Hospitals Education Environment Civic Arts/Humanities Grantmaking is the primary strategy used by Welfare Foundation in its philanthropic work. Depending on the performance of its investments, the Foundation will typically award approximately $4M to $5 million in grants each year and has made grants to nonprofits totaling approximately $130 million in the past 25 years. Eligibility Criteria  In addition to being in the geographic focus area, as defined above, the following list details the other criteria for the charitable contributions (all must be met prior to submitting request): Organization must be 501(c)(3) status Organization must not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, national origin, disability, handicap, age, sexual orientation and/or gender identity, martial status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law Funds must not benefit: Political candidates, causes, organizations, or campaigns Advocacy or lobbying activities Churches, synagogues, and temples Fundraising activities, such as galas, benefits, dinners, and sporting events Goodwill advertising, souvenir journals, or event programs Individual needs, including scholarships, sponsorships, and other forms of financial aid Pass-through grants Travel for individuals or groups Books, magazines or articles in professional journals Any other activities deemed not appropriate for support. For more information, visit Welfare Foundation.