Ludwick Foundation Grant

Ludwick Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Christopher Ludwick Foundation
Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Summary

The Christopher Ludwick Foundation, established in 1995, honors the legacy of Christopher Ludwick by providing grants to nonprofit organizations dedicated to the education of underprivileged children in Philadelphia. With an endowment of nearly $6 million and annual grants exceeding $250,000, the foundation focuses on funding projects that enhance educational opportunities for K-12 students. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, targeting children within Philadelphia's city limits.

Overview

About the Foundation The Foundation is named for Christopher Ludwick (1720-1801), Baker General of the Army of the United States during the American Revolution. His bequest of $13,000 was to provide a trust "for the schooling and education gratis, of poor children of all denominations, in the city and liberties of Philadelphia, without exception to the country, extraction, or religious principles of their parents or friends..." The trust has grown to almost $6,000,000, and grants amounting to over $250,000 are awarded each year. The Foundation traces its origins to the Philadelphia Society for Free Instruction of Indigent Boys (founded December 18, 1799), which became The Philadelphia Society for the Establishment and Support of Charity Schools (1801), then the Ludwick Institute (1872), and the Christopher Ludwick Foundation (1995). The Christopher Ludwick Foundation is a charitable corporation with its own trustees and endowment.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Nonprofit charitable organizations that are exempt from federal taxes under section 501(c) (3) of the IRS Revenue Code can apply for grant.The Foundation will only consider applications from organizations within the City of Philadelphia specifically targeted to children resident within the city limits. Applications are for projects that advance the education of poor children in the City of Philadelphia.In addition, before applying for a grant, please review the following guidelines:The Foundation funds direct educational instruction and enrichment in academic subjects and the arts specifically for students in grades K-12. Program content should be coordinated with the curriculum of the School District of Philadelphia. Programs may take place during the school day or out-of-school-time hours. In the case of summer camps and day care programs, funding is considered only if the program has a proven educational component.

Ineligibility

As a general rule, the Foundation does not fund the following:building campaigns endowment drives equipment purchases general operating support. The Foundation very rarely funds programs of individual schools and then only for special services outside the school’s normal operations. The Foundation does not provide grants for programs targeted at children with disabilities. The Foundation does not make direct grants to individuals.