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American Electric Power Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The American Electric Power Foundation funds education, especially STEM, basic human services, social justice, and environmental protection, primarily for organizations in AEP’s service territory or with broader beneficial impact. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $1,428,570, with a median of $10,000. It does not accept unsolicited requests; eligible organizations need an invitation from their local AEP Operating Company.

Puget Sound Energy Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The Puget Sound Energy Foundation funds nonprofits serving communities where PSE has a service or generation presence, primarily in Washington, across household needs, education and workforce pathways, climate resilience, and community safety. Grants vary widely; in 2024 they ranged from $13 to $100,000, with a $500 median, while its 2026 disaster-focused competitive program offers up to $15,000. It generally does not accept unsolicited requests, but eligible local nonprofits can apply through that competitive program.

First Eagle Investments Foundation

Wilmington, DE

Hagerty Drivers Foundation

Wilmington, DE

McNabb Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The McNabb Foundation’s website describes support for behavioral health and social services in East Tennessee, while its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied missions, mostly in California. Grants ranged from $500 to $5,000, with a median of $1,000. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected charitable organizations.

Raskob Foundation for Catholic

Wilmington, DE

The Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities funds Catholic entities across a wide range of projects, including education, hunger relief, emergency aid, and social services, in the United States and internationally. Its 2024 grants ranged from $250 to $100,000, with a median of $18,000. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Delaware Community Foundation Inc

Wilmington, DE

Delaware Community Foundation supports nonprofits and students addressing community needs in Delaware, including community-impact projects, capital improvements, and scholarships. Its 2025 itemized grants had a median of $21,500, though awards varied widely. Applicants are directed to apply through the relevant program’s online portal; whether unsolicited requests are accepted is not stated.

WSFS Cares Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The WSFS CARES Foundation funds qualified nonprofits working in community investment, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization and economic empowerment, education and leadership, and services for people in need. It gives in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey; 2024 awards ranged from $1,000 to $100,000, with a median of $5,000. It accepts requests through its grant and sponsorship portal; the 2024 filing says there is no prescribed application form or required materials.

Webster Bank Charitable Foundation

Wilmington, DE

Webster Bank Charitable Foundation funds established 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving low- to moderate-income communities in Webster’s footprint, supporting workforce and community development, financial empowerment, and basic needs. Its 2024 grants had a median of $5,000 and ranged from $50 to $346,732. It accepts applications through an online process on a rolling basis and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.

The Papa John's Foundation Inc

Wilmington, DE

The Papa John’s Foundation funds youth leadership and entrepreneurship, hunger relief, food security and food-waste reduction, and local community organizations, with grants concentrated in Georgia, the District of Columbia, Kentucky, Texas and Florida. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,500 to $382,500, with a median of $5,000. It makes grants only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Slemp Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The Slemp Foundation supports health, education, welfare, arts, and heritage projects benefiting people in Lee and Wise Counties, Virginia, including their descendants. Its 2025 grants ranged from $711 to $275,000, with a median of $1,250; it directs applicants to its website for application materials, but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Earl and Kathryn Congdon Family Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The foundation supports organizations working in education, community services, mental health, arts, and other areas, with most funding going to North Carolina. Its median grant was $6,000 in 2024, though awards ranged widely from $42 to over $1 million. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.