Philadelphia Works Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, designated as tax-exempt since November 2000. The organization strengthens the local workforce and economy by offering comprehensive workforce development services. Philadelphia Works manages a workforce development system that includes strategic partnerships with more than 50 service and training providers and benefits nearly 40,000 career-seekers and approximately 2,000 employers annually.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$36.3M
+4.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$59.7M
+15.3% YoY
Grant Count
91
-2.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$656K
+17.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Philadelphia Works' mission is to connect businesses to a skilled workforce while providing services to individuals who need job readiness, training, and education to thrive in the workplace. The organization also oversees the Philadelphia Workforce Investment Board.
Primary focus areas include:
- Workforce development and preparation
- Job readiness and training
- Employment procurement assistance
- Career and skills training
- Business services for employers
- Labor market insights and workforce solutions
- Youth programs and career-seekers support
Grantmaking
Philadelphia Works functions as both a service provider and a grantmaker. Recent grants made by the organization include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Philadelphia Works primarily funds initiatives in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Virginia, with a primary focus on the Philadelphia region and Southeastern Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2024):
- Total Assets: $36,302,043
- Total Revenue: $74,416,567
- Total Expenses: $73,901,760
- Number of Employees: 107
Previous Year Data (2023):
- Revenue: $67.3 million
- Expenses: $67.2 million
- Total Assets: $34.9 million
- Total Liabilities: $34.2 million
The organization maintains a strong financial position with assets exceeding liabilities and revenues closely aligned with expenses.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $36,302,043 | $34,873,847 | $38,977,097 |
| Revenue | $74,416,567 | $67,250,614 | $61,066,342 |
| Expenses | $73,901,760 | $67,201,082 | $61,253,270 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $59,723 | $64,726 | $4,578 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
197 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Educational Data Systems Inc ($8,490,054), Jevs Human Services ($8,415,769), Impact Services Corporation ($6,143,999).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1SEO DIGITAL AGENCY LLC BRISTOL, PA | JOB- TRAINING | $7,776 |
| AAA SCHOOL OF TRUCKING PHILADELPHIA, PA | JOB- TRAINING | $71,915 |
| BELMONT CHARTER SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA, PA | JOB- TRAINING | $9,254 |
| BIG PICTURE PHILADELPHIA PHILADELOHIA, PA | JOB- TRAINING | $233,485 |
| BLACK MALE COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA, PA | JOB- TRAINING | $20,000 |
| BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMANCE GROUP LLC LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, OH | JOB- TRAINING | $7,330 |
| CAREBRIDGE ACADEMY PHILADELPHIA, PA | JOB- TRAINING | $38,975 |
| CBIZ BENEFITS & INSURANCE SERVICES ROANOKE, VA | JOB- TRAINING | $27,300 |
| CENTER FOR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES NEW YORK, NY | JOB- TRAINING | $343,766 |
| CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR GREATER PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA, PA | JOB- TRAINING | $172,474 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Dale F Porter is listed as a key organizational representative.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DANIEL K FITZPATRICK | CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD | 1 | — |
| STEVEN SCOTT BRADLEY | VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD | 1 | — |
| PATRICK J EIDING | SECRETARY OF THE BOARD | 1 | — |
| APRIL WALKER | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| MICHELLE ARMSTRONG | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SHARI BRIGHTFUL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MANNY CITRON | BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 2/28/24 | 1 | — |
| DAVID CROSSED | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BRIGETTE F DANIEL ESQ | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DONALD GENERALS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| PETER GONZALES | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ED GROSE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STEPHANIE L KOSTA | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| EDWARD KRAWCZYK | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOHN W LASKY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| RICHARD LAZER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DOUGLAS I OLIVER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KIMMEL PROCTER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SUSAN SCHONFELD | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JASMINE SESSOMS | BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 3/14/24 | 1 | — |
| SARAH STELTZ | BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 1/16/24 | 1 | — |
| MARYBETH WILLIAMS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CHRISTINA WONG | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| WILLIAM BOWIE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ANUJ GUPTA | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| HANIYYAH SHARPE-BROWN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TONYA LADIPO | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| H PATRICK CLANCY | PRESIDENT & CEO | 37.5 | $320,038 |
| PATRICIA BLUMENAUER | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 37.5 | $207,464 |
| ZACHARIAH HUGHES | VP OF FINANCE/CONTROLLER | 37.5 | $198,499 |
| MICHAEL JOYNES | VP OF GOV'T AND COMM. RELA | 37.5 | $157,727 |
| JOHN DALY | COMPLIANCE/ EO OFFICER | 37.5 | $140,276 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**CyberPath PA Initiative**: State investment of $392,572 fueling Philadelphia Works' "CyberPath PA" program
$392572 State Investment Fuels Philadelphia Works' \u201CCyberPath PA\u201D**Apprenticeship Investments**: Over $1.5 million in apprenticeship investments announced for Philadelphia
**Energy and Infrastructure Training**: Philadelphia Works announced regional training investments to accelerate the Good Jobs Challenge in Southeastern Pennsylvania
$392572 State Investment Fuels Philadelphia Works' \u201CCyberPath PA\u201D**Grant Awards**: The organization continues to make significant grants to workforce development partners including major investments in job training programs
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Philadelphia Works Inc fund?
Philadelphia Works' mission is to connect businesses to a skilled workforce while providing services to individuals who need job readiness, training, and education to thrive in the workplace. The organization also oversees the Philadelphia Workforce Investment Board. Primary focus areas include: • Workforce development and preparation • Job readiness and training • Employment procurement assistance • Career and skills training • Business services for employers • Labor market insights and workfo…
How do I apply for a grant from Philadelphia Works Inc?
Philadelphia Works functions as both a service provider and a grantmaker. Recent grants made by the organization include: • Jevs Human Services: $8,415,769 (Job Training, 2024) • Impact Services Corporation: $6,143,999 (Job Training, 2024) • Philadelphia Youth Network: $5,596,555 (Job Training, 2024) Total giving in 2024 was $57,724,188, with typical award ranges between $5,110 and $8,490,054.
Where does Philadelphia Works Inc make grants?
Philadelphia Works primarily funds initiatives in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Virginia, with a primary focus on the Philadelphia region and Southeastern Pennsylvania.
What size grants does Philadelphia Works Inc award?
In 2024, Philadelphia Works Inc awarded 91 grants totaling $59.7M — an average of about $656K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Philadelphia Works Inc's EIN?
Philadelphia Works Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-3048942. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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