William Penn Foundation

OUR MISSION is to improve quality of life in the Greater Philadelphia region through efforts that foster rich cultural expression, strengthen children's futures, and deepen connections to nature and community. In partnership with others, we work to advance a vital, just and caring community.

Two Logan Square, 11th Floor
100 North 18th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103-2757
Tel: 215-988-1830
moreinfo@williampennfoundation.org

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Features

Market Conditions Aid in Protecting Critical ResourcesThe real estate crash has been unhappy news in most circles, but in this exclusive interview, Peter Howell of the Open Space Institute describes the opportunity that the tough market has provided for the Foundation and other investors to conserve some of our region's most important landscapes - the Pennsylvania Highlands and the New Jersey Bayshore.

Working with WPF and land trust partners, Howell and his staff have used data and mapping to identify critical watershed land where philanthropic dollars can help to tip the balance in favor of permanent preservation.

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WPF News and Information

A Park Within Walking Distance of Every PhiladelphianWPF is joining forces with the City of Philadelphia and the Trust for Public Land to launch “Parks for People” – a partnership to convert concrete schoolyards and rec center properties throughout the city into attractive, green spaces for residents. WPF has committed $1.3 million to the $9 million project. more... Better Times Ahead for the Philadelphia OrchestraAfter a year in bankruptcy, recent developments show a world-renowned cultural institution making progress on some of its most difficult problems while continuing to cultivate global demand for its art. more...	Laura Sparks to Join WPF as Director of Grants and Philanthropic VenturesSparks will serve as the senior executive responsible for WPF’s programmatic direction and its $80 million grant budget. more... Resilience and RenewalAt the Federal Reserve's Reinventing Older Communities conference, Jeremy Nowak spoke about the nature of cities and their ability to snap back from difficult circumstances. more...