Genuardi Family Foundation

People are the f irst concern of the Genuardi Family Foundation.

The Foundation honors the family’s legacy of giving back to the community through support of regional nonprofit organizations whose services address food access and security, homelessness prevention and housing, and job training and placement.

News from the Foundation

The 2021 Core Grant Program Cycle opens on January 4, 2021. Letters of Inquiry from eligible applicants are accepted until January 29, 2021. For more information on the application process, click here. Please review Core Grant Program eligibility and exclusion information prior to submitting the online Letter of Inquiry.

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, Funders across the Philadelphia Region have come together to establish COVID-19 Rapid Response Funds. For a list of these Funds and links to apply, please visit the Philanthropy Network of Greater Philadelphia.

The Genuardi Family Foundation has implemented a work from home policy. During this time, we will continue to monitor our voice mail and email and will respond as expeditiously as possible. Should you have any questions or concerns that require an immediate response, please email Marisa Ferst, Executive Director, at mferst@genuardifamilyfoundation.org.

A Legacy of Caring for People & Communities.

A Message from the Family

Families are the heart of the community. Through its work, the Foundation endeavors to help families and individuals access the necessary resources to enjoy health and success and be inspired to contribute to our shared society.

Our History

The Genuardi Family Foundation has its roots in a classic American story of immigration: hard work and dedication to family.

Grantmaking

Established in 2001, the Genuardi Family Foundation has funded 2,200 grants totaling $20.5 million to organizations serving residents of Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, and Bucks Counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania.