Grace S and W Linton Nelson Foundation

Core Grant Program

Who can apply: Organizations must serve young people, their families, and communities in Greater Philadelphia; work to eliminate racial and social inequities through direct service or advocacy/systems change; demonstrate commitment to equity; have total annual expenses below $2.5 million; primarily serve communities affected by systemic racism and inequity; and have independent 501(c)(3) status, a fiscal sponsor, or qualifying local affiliate status. The majority of services must be provided in Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia Counties. Hospitals, medical facilities, schools, colleges/universities, daycare facilities, individuals, scholarship programs, fundraising events, medical expenses, and religious activities are ineligible.

Deadline: LOIs: January 1-March 1 annually; invited full applications due April 15 annually.