How much funding does PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development provide?

PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development provides Up to $2,500 per scholarship (up to 2 awarded) in funding.

When is the deadline for PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development?

The deadline is March 31, 2027.

How often is PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development offered?

PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected March 31, 2027.

PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development

Q: Who is eligible for PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development?

Eligible applicants: Student at a Philadelphia college/university OR Philadelphia resident studying outside the Philadelphia area.

Philadelphia Industrial Development

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Up to $2,500 per scholarship (up to 2 awarded)

Deadline

March 31, 2027

186 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Deadline history & next window

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

Deadlines typically fall in: March

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

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Student at a Philadelphia college/university OR Philadelphia resident studying outside the Philadelphia area

Other requirements

Pursuing a graduate degree
Pursuing one of these fields
Urban Studies
Economics

Overview

PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development

Overview: This scholarship honors Walt D'Alessio's 46+ years of leadership at PIDC and his commitment to Philadelphia's growth. It supports graduate students pursuing careers in urban development and finance.

Geographic Scope: Philadelphia, PA

Eligibility:

Pursuing a graduate degree

Student at a Philadelphia college/university OR Philadelphia resident studying outside the Philadelphia area

Pursuing one of these fields:

- Urban Studies
- Economics
- Law
- Public Administration
- Real Estate
- Regional and/or City Planning
- Urban Planning and Design

Award Details:

Up to two (2) scholarships of up to $2,500 each (2026 cycle)

Scholarship recipients will also be offered a paid PIDC fall internship

Contact: PIDC

Phone: 215-496-8020

Address: 1500 Market Street Suite 3500 West, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Background: Established in 2018 as part of PIDC's 60th Anniversary to recognize Walt D'Alessio's decades of leadership and service to Philadelphia's business, civic, and governmental communities.

How to Apply

Application Process

Application Period: February 2 - March 31, 2026

Steps to Apply:
1. Apply using the online portal (create a new ISTS login if new)
2. Click the "Add New Application" button
3. Enter the program key: PIDC

Required Application Components:

Resume

List of clubs & extracurricular activities

Community service & volunteering experience

Honors & awards

Work & internship experience (if any)

Most recent undergraduate college/university transcript

Most recent graduate college/university transcript

Two short essays (no more than 250 words each)

Essay Questions:
1. What do you do to give back to your community and why is it important to you?
2. How will this scholarship and internship opportunity advance your career and/or personal life?

Transcript Requirements:

Official transcripts are NOT required; unofficial transcripts acceptable

Full name must be visible on all documentation

Must show full transcript with all grades (not just grade reports)

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What Philadelphia Industrial Development actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990 filing, 2024

Grants in 2024: 18
Total given: $2.24M
Median grant: $33K
Range: $9,000–$1.55M

By dollars: Montana 69%, Pennsylvania 25%, New Jersey 4%. Top recipient cities: Philadelphia, PA; Missoula, MT; Norristown, PA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

Submittable Holdings Inc · Missoula, MT

Economic development and supporting growing businesses

$1.55M
Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development · Philadelphia, PA

Economic development and supporting growing businesses

$88K
Montgomery County Commerce Dept · Norristown, PA

Economic development and supporting growing businesses

$87K
Chester County Economic Dev Foundation · Exton, PA

Economic development and supporting growing businesses

$80K
Bucks County Econ Dev Corp · Doyleston, PA

Economic development and supporting growing businesses

$79K