Purpose

The Strategic Project Grant program supports distinct, one-time initiatives at major institutions that align with the Weiner Family Foundation’s mission. These grants are not for general operating support but are designed to fund unique, high-impact projects with clear community benefit.

Projects may include:

 Program launches
 

 Medical or scientific research
 

 Capital or infrastructure needs tied to a specific project
 

 Public-facing initiatives that expand access, education, or inclusion
 

Examples of past or comparable grants include:

 A donation of a building to Covenant House to expand transitional housing
 

 Funding an ambulance through American Friends of Magen David Adom, delivered to Israel
 

 A three-year commitment to Jefferson Hospital for bladder cancer research
 

Grant Guidelines

Eligibility

 501(c)(3) status required
 

 Institutional operating budget must exceed $5 million
 

 Project must be specific and clearly defined
 

 Priority given to Philadelphia-area institutions or projects with strong regional impact
 

Funding Scope

 Project-based grants only—no general operating support
 

 Typically one-time awards; multi-year commitments by invitation only
 

 Projects must align with the Foundation’s mission in areas such as:
 

 Children’s health and well-being
 

 Jewish causes
 

 Healthcare innovation
 

 Anti-human trafficking
 

 Animal care (via research or program impact)
 

 Educational or cultural outreach
 

Grant Size & Duration

 Typical grant range: $25,000 to $100,000
 

 Larger amounts considered for transformational opportunities
 

 Duration: 1 year, unless otherwise discussed
 

Evaluation Criteria

 Mission alignment
 

 Uniqueness or innovation of the project
 

 Potential for community or systemic impact
 

 Clarity of goals and measurement
 

Reporting Requirements

 One narrative and financial report due within 90 days of project completion
 

 Optional video update or site visit for high-profile or multi-year projects
 

Submission Limit

 One application per institution per 12-month period, unless otherwise invited

 What We’re Looking For in 2025

We are accepting proposals for both:

•  Project-Based Grants — for initiatives with a clear mission, defined goals, and measurable outcomes
   
•  General Operating Support — for organizations whose overall mission strongly aligns with the Foundation’s values and areas of focus
   

Our primary focus this year is on establishing multi-year partnerships. We anticipate awarding 10–15 grants, each up to (but not limited to) $18,000 per year, for a period of three years. While multi-year support is our priority, we will also consider a limited number of one-time grants for outstanding proposals.

Grant Amounts

•  Minimum request: $5,000
   
•  No maximum cap on funding
   
•  Budgets may include a reasonable percentage for overhead or indirect costs, as long as these are clearly explained
   

Eligibility

To apply, your organization must:

•  Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit
   
•  Be based in or serve the Greater Philadelphia region (preferred but not required)
   
•  Apply for either a specific project or for general operating support, with a strong case for how the funding will further your mission and impact
   

Review Process

•  All applications are reviewed by the Weiner Family Foundation Trustees
   
•  We may request a site visit or virtual conversation at any point during the grant cycle to better understand your work and impact
   

Grant Reporting

•  Grantees are required to submit one grant report per year, due in late summer
   
•  Reporting will be completed through this Submittable portal
   
•  You will receive an automated email notification when it is time to complete the report

Out-of-Cycle One-Time Grant Request

The Weiner Family Foundation occasionally considers one-time grant requests outside of our regular grant cycle. These grants are typically reserved for urgent, time-sensitive needs or extraordinary opportunities that align with the Foundation’s mission and values.

Eligible requests must demonstrate:

•  A clear and compelling need
   
•  Strong mission alignment
   
•  Defined impact or outcomes
   
•  501(c)(3) nonprofit status
   

Please note that out-of-cycle grants are exceptional and are not guaranteed. If accepted, reporting and follow-up requirements will be communicated individually and managed through this Submittable portal.