For two centuries the trustees have fulfilled Christopher Ludwick's mandate, and applications for projects that advance the education of poor children in the City of Philadelphia are accepted annually between February 1st and March 31st. The City of Philadelphia limitation is strictly followed; no grants will be given for programs not specifically targeted at children resident within the city limits.

A special application form must be used which should be requested from the Foundation at The Athenĉum of Philadelphia (telephone 215-925-2688). As a general rule, the Foundation makes no grants for building campaigns, endowment drives, equipment purchases, or general operating support. Nor does it make direct grants to individuals. Current funding priorities target secondary school children; no grants are given for pre-school or primary school age children or for programs targeted at children with disabilities for which other funding sources exist. The Board of Trustees meets in May and awards are usually announced on or about June 1.

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