Philadelphia Diverse Emerging Leaders (PhiDEL) Scholarship & Internship Program

Q: When is the deadline for Philadelphia Diverse Emerging Leaders (PhiDEL) Scholarship & Internship Program?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around January.

Q: Who is eligible for Philadelphia Diverse Emerging Leaders (PhiDEL) Scholarship & Internship Program?

Eligible applicants: Full-time undergraduates (sophomores, juniors, seniors) OR graduate students; Enrolled at Philadelphia college or university, OR Philadelphia resident at college/university outside Philadelphia.

Pidc Financing Corporation

Foundation Annual Grants for Education Grants for Minorities

Funding Amount

Up to $5,000 per scholarship (up to 2 scholarships awarded) + fully funded internship

Deadline

Expected ~January

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: January 31, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: January

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

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Eligible organizations

Full-time undergraduates (sophomores, juniors, seniors) OR graduate students
Enrolled at Philadelphia college or university, OR Philadelphia resident at college/university outside Philadelphia

Other requirements

Must plan to be in Philadelphia for summer internships
Must commit to full participation throughout summer internship
Pursuing one of these majors/concentrations
Real Estate (or related)

Overview

Purpose: This program offers local students from various backgrounds and experiences both financial support and hands-on professional experience in real estate and economic development fields.

Background: Launched in 2025 by PIDC with support from Crow Holdings and Colliers. Designed to advance opportunities and outcomes for students interested in pursuing careers in real estate and economic development-related fields.

Geographic Scope: Philadelphia region

Students at Philadelphia colleges or universities, OR
Philadelphia residents attending colleges/universities outside the Philadelphia area

Award & Internship Information:

Up to two (2) scholarships of up to $5,000 each awarded annually
Fully funded summer internship in real estate/economic development
Real-world experience in work environment matching student's major and career goals

Eligibility Requirements:

Full-time undergraduates (sophomores, juniors, seniors) OR graduate students
Enrolled at Philadelphia college or university, OR Philadelphia resident at college/university outside Philadelphia
Must plan to be in Philadelphia for summer internships
Must commit to full participation throughout summer internship
Pursuing one of these majors/concentrations:
- Real Estate (or related)
- Business Administration (any business major/concentration)
- Economic Development (or related)
- Law/Legal Studies
- Political Science/Public Policy
- Information Technology
- Marketing/Communications/Public Relations
- Human Resources
- Urban, City or Regional Planning/Design or Architecture
- Entrepreneurship
- Similar majors with different names are also eligible
Phone: 215-496-8020
Email: protected email
Address: 1500 Market Street Suite 3500, Philadelphia, PA 19102

How to Apply

Application Process

Application deadline for 2026 cycle: CLOSED
Applications expected to reopen in January 2027

Required Application Components

Resume
Clubs & extracurricular activities
Community service & volunteering
Honors & awards
Work & internship experience (if any)
Most recent undergraduate or graduate college/university transcript
Four short essays (no more than 500 words each)

Transcript Requirements

Official transcripts are not required; unofficial transcripts are acceptable
Full name must be visible on all documentation provided
Transcript should be a full transcript showing all grades, not just a grade report

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What Pidc Financing Corporation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2021 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2021: 774
Total given: $16.35M
Median grant: $25K
Range: $10K–$25K

By dollars: Pennsylvania >99%, Florida <1%, Maryland <1%. Top recipient cities: Philadelphia, PA; Lafayette Hill, PA; Conshohocken, PA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

11TH Street Pretzel FAC · Philadelphia, PA

Hospitality industry recovery grant

$25K
12 Steps Down LLC · Philadelphia, PA

Hospitality industry recovery grant

$25K
120 Lombard Inc · Philadelphia, PA

Hospitality industry recovery grant

$25K
1225 Raw Inc · Philadelphia, PA

Hospitality industry recovery grant

$25K
12TH Street Cantina Inc · Philadelphia, PA

Hospitality industry recovery grant

$25K