Question 1

What is Philly Gives?

Accepted Answer

Philly Gives is a philanthropic initiative launched by the  Philadelphia Foundation, supported by a grant from the William Penn Foundation and in partnership with the Lenfest Institute for Journalism.  Modeled on successful community-based media funds, Philly Gives spotlights and supports the nonprofit organizations that are essential to  the well-being of Greater Philadelphia, while fostering a culture of  giving that unites individuals, businesses, and foundations around  common goals.

Question 2

How are the non-profits selected?

Accepted Answer

This year’s nonprofit grantees were chosen for their commitment to creating an equitable Philadelphia through their focus addressing urgent community needs through housing, food access, healthcare, youth development, and workforce support.

Question 3

Is my gift tax deductible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your donation is tax deductible in the United States. You will receive an email receipt from Philadelphia Foundation  immediately after you submit your donation through Phillygives.org.

Philadelphia  Foundation has been recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a not-for-profit public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Question 4

Can I give by check, wire donation, donor advised fund, IRA contribution, or any other way besides through this site?

Accepted Answer

At this time, we are not able to accept donations by check. However, you may contribute through a donor-advised fund, stocks, cryptocurrency, private company stock, wire transfer, or IRA rollover contribution. Click here to give through one of these methods. For questions, please email donorRelations@philafound.org.

Question 5

What description will appear on my credit card statement for this donation?

Accepted Answer

This charge will appear on your credit card statement as: Philadelphia Foundation

Question 6

What is the deadline to make a donation to this initiative?

Accepted Answer

Donations for the 2025 Philly Gives campaign will be accepted through 11:59 pm on December 31, 2025.

Question 7

Is there a minimum credit card donation amount for this initiative?

Accepted Answer

Credit card donations have a suggested minimum of $100, but gifts of any amount starting at $5 are welcome.

Question 8

Can I make my gift in honor of a friend or loved one?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please see recognition details in the donation payment form. You  may list yourself as a contributor or make a contribution in honor or  memory of someone.

Question 9

Can you accept an employer match for my donation?

Accepted Answer

For employer matching donation questions, please email DonorRelations@philafound.org.

Question 10

How much of my donation goes directly to the charities?

Accepted Answer

100% of your donation will support the causes outlined above.

Question 11

I did not receive a receipt or tax acknowledgement for my credit card donation.

Accepted Answer

Please check your spam and junk folders. The tax receipt is  auto-generated and emailed to you. If you are unable to locate it,  please contact us at info@philafound.org.

Question 12

Can I set up recurring donations?

Accepted Answer

The Philly Gives campaign runs from November 1 through December 31, we are only accepting one-time donations at this time. Please consider making a single gift to support this year’s participating nonprofits and help us reach our campaign goal.

Question 13

Whom do I contact for media inquiries?

Accepted Answer

Please direct all media inquiries to Martin@alfaroconsulting.company.

Question 14

Where does my donation go?

Accepted Answer

Every dollar donated to Philly Gives goes directly to the participating nonprofit organizations featured in this year’s campaign.

Thanks to the generous support of our funders, 100% of all donations are distributed evenly among the selected nonprofits.

If you prefer to make a donation directly to one of the featured nonprofits, please email martin@alfaroconsulting.company for assistance.

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