WSFS Community Foundation
WSFS Community Foundation was a private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (EIN 26-0542636). It supported nonprofit organizations, with 2021 grants going to organizations addressing education, economic development, youth programming, health care, housing, animal welfare, and community services.
WSFS Community Foundation at a glance
In short: WSFS Community Foundation gave $288K across 37 grants in 2021 (avg $8K), mostly in Delaware. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $287,500
- Grants made (2021)
- 37
- Average grant
- $7,770
- Median grant
- $3,500
- Primary geography
- Delaware (58% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated October 2026.
How to apply to WSFS Community Foundation
- Review Cycle
- The filing stated that requests were considered year-round, January 1 through December 31. This was the filing’s historical deadline information, not a current funding cycle.
- Deadline
- The filing stated that requests were considered year-round, January 1 through December 31.
- Contact
Application contact: Wsfs Community Foundation Attn Robe
Mailing address: 1818 Beneficial Bank Place 1818, Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (267) 519-5747
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who WSFS Community Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Delaware Prosperity Partnership Inc ($50K). Together the top 10 received $201K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($2,500), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 35 grants of 37 (95%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The filing identified Pennsylvania and New Jersey as the foundation’s principal service areas. Its 2021 grant dollars went primarily to Delaware (58%), Pennsylvania (24%), and New Jersey (14%), with smaller shares to Texas (2%) and Washington, D.C. (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
Cities
How WSFS Community Foundation gives
- In 2021 it paid out 75% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2021 it made 37 grants totaling $288K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Prosperity Partnership Inc Wilmington, DE | Grant to Support "Advancing Prosperity Campaign" | $50,000 |
| Delaware College Scholars Wilmington, DE | Grant to expand services to underrepresented public school students | $50,000 |
| Lucy Outreach Camden, NJ | Grant for afterschool program $25,000 per year for two years starting 2021 | $25,000 |
| Whyy Philadelphia, PA | Grant to support whyy media labs and bring media arts education to schools | $15,000 |
| Urbanpromise - Camden NJ Pennsauken, NJ | General Operating Grant | $15,000 |
| Brandywine Valley SPCA West Chester, PA | Silver Corporate Sponsorship-Multiple Events | $10,000 |
| Christiana Care Health System Wilmington, DE | 1ST Capital Campaign Payment for Securing Tomorrow Program | $10,000 |
| Housing Partnership of Chester County Downingtown, PA | First time home buyer, budget, credit & pre-purchase counseling program | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Delaware (Wilmington) Wilmington, DE | 2021 ja biztown brand partnership and debit bard sponsor | $8,500 |
| Nehemiah Gateway Community Development Corporation Wilmington, DE | Grant for tax free tax preparation and educational service campaign | $7,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2021 filing is the most recent on record and is marked as the foundation’s final return.
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $74,338 | $343,685 | $287,500 | 37 | $300,419 | $71,964 | $398,234 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, WSFS Community Foundation reported a distributable amount of $398K for 2021 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The filing says the foundation’s donations were for 501(c)(3) nonprofits in its principal service areas in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with contributions intended to meet community needs, especially those of low- and moderate-income households and neighborhoods.
Its 2021 grants show support for a range of work. Delaware College Scholars described its mission as preparing high-achieving, under-resourced Delaware public high school students for four-year colleges, with preference for first-generation students. Housing Partnership of Chester County said it helps low- and moderate-income households obtain and retain attainable housing. LUCY Outreach described programs supporting Camden youth’s educational, social, emotional, and physical growth. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not a formal list of the foundation’s focus areas.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation reported 37 grants totaling $287,500. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $50,000, with a median of $3,500. Its largest grants were $50,000 each to Delaware Prosperity Partnership, to support its “Advancing Prosperity Campaign,” and Delaware College Scholars, to expand services to underrepresented public school students. Other notable grants included $25,000 to LUCY Outreach for an afterschool program, $15,000 to WHYY for its Media Labs and media arts education in schools, and $15,000 to UrbanPromise for general operations.
The final filing describes a written donation-request process. Applicants were asked to submit a request on nonprofit letterhead with a cover letter describing the proposal and organizational objective, the organization’s budget, a list of funders, a list and professional identification of board members, and a copy of the organization’s IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter and tax ID number. These instructions are historical and should not be treated as a current application process.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2021 filing listed Patrick Ward as president, Charles Mosher as treasurer, and Robert J. Juliano as secretary. Board members listed were Vernita Dorsey, Karen Buchholz, Merle Brown, Rebecca Acevedo, Rodger Levenson, Rick Wright, and Ron Dutton.
WSFS Community Foundation is led by Patrick Ward, President on the 2021 filing; none of the 11 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Patrick Ward
President
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charles Mosher
Treasurer
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Karen Buchholz
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Martin Gallagher
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Merle Brown
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca Acevedo
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rick Wright
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert J. Juliano
Secretary
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rodger Levenson
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ron Dutton
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Vernita Dorsey
Board Member
New on the 2021 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about WSFS Community Foundation
How much does WSFS Community Foundation give each year?
WSFS Community Foundation gave $288K across 37 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is WSFS Community Foundation's typical grant size?
WSFS Community Foundation's median grant in 2021 was $3,500, and its average grant was $7,770, across 37 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does WSFS Community Foundation give grants?
WSFS Community Foundation gives mostly in Delaware: 58% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Pennsylvania (24%) and New Jersey (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Wilmington, DE (13 grants), Philadelphia, PA (4 grants) and West Chester, PA (3 grants).
Does WSFS Community Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 11% of WSFS Community Foundation's 2021 grants with a stated purpose (4 of 37) were for general or operating support, per its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are WSFS Community Foundation's largest grantees?
WSFS Community Foundation's largest 2021 grantees include Delaware Prosperity Partnership Inc ($50,000), Delaware College Scholars ($50,000) and Lucy Outreach ($25,000), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($2,500), which are not listed by name. Together they received 43% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
What does WSFS Community Foundation fund?
The filing says the foundation’s donations were for 501(c)(3) nonprofits in its principal service areas in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with contributions intended to meet community needs, especially those of low- and moderate-income households and neighborhoods. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from WSFS Community Foundation?
WSFS Community Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
How much is WSFS Community Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2021, WSFS Community Foundation reported a distributable amount of $398K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is WSFS Community Foundation's EIN?
WSFS Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-0542636. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2021
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