H. Chase Lenfest (HCL) Philanthropy Awards More Than $635,000 in Grants for 13 Organizations Serving Hunting Park-East Tioga

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Philadelphia, PA… H. Chase Lenfest Philanthropy (HCL Philanthropy) today announced $635,500 in grants to 13 organizations serving Philadelphia's Hunting Park-East Tioga community through its inaugural grantmaking cycle. In partnership with North10 Philadelphia—an organization leveraging collective impact to improve life outcomes for North Philadelphia residents—HCL Philanthropy awarded $195,000 in General Operating support to six organizations and $440,500 in Project Accelerator grants to seven recipients. All grantees demonstrate deep commitment to the Hunting Park-East Tioga neighborhood, which spans from Sedgley Avenue to Hunting Park and from Broad to 9th Streets.

Addressing Community Needs Through Local Solutions

This inaugural cohort addresses the community's diverse needs through programs ranging from Black maternal health resources to career development, education initiatives, professional clothing assistance, financial literacy training, and youth development programs that support physical, emotional, and spiritual growth.

"These aren't just grants—they're investments in ideas that have already shown promise and can create a foundational model for change across Philadelphia," said H. Chase Lenfest. "These organizations are the heartbeat of Hunting Park-East Tioga, knowing their community's needs better than anyone and building the future their neighborhood, and the entire city, deserves."

Spring 2025 Grant Recipients

General Operating Support ($195,000 total) (In Alphabetical Order)

·         Called to Serve CDC

·         Mercy Neighborhood Ministries

·         Nicetown-Tioga Improvement Team RCO

·         North10, Philadelphia

·         Small Things

·         The Phoenix

·         Timoteo Sports

Project Accelerator Grants ($440,500 total) (In Alphabetical Order)

·         12+

·         Beyond Literacy

·         CocoLife

·         Half A Million Kids

·         MenzFit

·         PALS Programs

·         Yoga 4 Philly

Looking Ahead

HCL Philanthropy will continue supporting organizations in Hunting Park-East Tioga through its Fall Grant Cycle, with applications due October 15, 2025. For questions or more information, contact Jennifer Flocco, Foundation Manager, at jennifer@hclphilanthropy.org.

About HCL Philanthropy

H. Chase Lenfest Philanthropy's mission is to transform the Hunting Park-East Tioga neighborhood in North Philadelphia by strategically investing in community-centered initiatives that revitalize the neighborhood, enhance its health and safety, and empower young people. We partner with local organizations to enable residents, foster sustainable growth, and create vibrant, equitable neighborhoods where current and future generations can thrive. In addition, H. Chase Lenfest Philanthropy provides grants that align with the Founder's passions, interests, and values.