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Financial and Social Assistance

Swiss Benevolent Society of Phila

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Hardship Grants

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Financial and Social Assistance

Purpose: Direct assistance to individuals and families in need

Geographic scope: Philadelphia area and beyond

Types of support:

  • Social support: visits to the elderly and sick

  • Financial support: payments and loans

    • Eligibility:

  • Swiss descendants and their families

  • Must be in need of assistance

  • Exclusion: Directors of the Board and their families are excluded

    • Award details:

  • Amount varies based on individual circumstances

  • No formal application required

    • Contact: Contact any member of the Board of Directors by email or phone. For contact information, see https://www.sbsphiladelphia.org/apply-for-aid/

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Contact any member of the Board of Directors by email or phone
    2. No formal application is required
    3. Board will consider your request as quickly as possible
    4. Depending on your situation, the Board may request:
    - Additional information
    - Financial documentation (for financial support needs)
    5. Decision and award notification from Board of Directors

    Contact: Swiss Benevolent Society of Philadelphia Board of Directors (see https://www.sbsphiladelphia.org/apply-for-aid/ for contact details)

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    What Swiss Benevolent Society of Phila actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

    Grants in 2024
    1
    Total given
    $7,000
    Median grant
    $7,000
    • By dollars: New York 100%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY.

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