Over the past several months, the Sarah Ralston Foundation has funded several emergency funding requests that, taken together, point to a clear and concerning trend across our nonprofit partner network. While each organization serves a different community and mission, many are experiencing the same underlying challenges: a sharp increase in demand for services, driven in part by late 2025 disruptions to…
Over the past year, The Sarah Ralston Foundation had the privilege of partnering with nonprofit organizations across Philadelphia through our Innovative Project Support (IPS) grant program. These grants are designed to help organizations pilot new approaches, test creative solutions, and respond to emerging needs affecting vulnerable older adults. While each IPS project addressed a different challenge—from…
On Wednesday, January 21st, more than 100 nonprofit leaders, funders, and community partners gathered at NewCourtland Conference Center for a timely conversation on food access through the Stronger Together Nonprofit Learning Series, hosted by Sarah Ralston Foundation in partnership with Philabundance founder Pamela Rainey Lawler. The convening brought organizations together at a moment when rising…
The Sarah Ralston Foundation 2025 Impact Report reflects a year of deepening partnerships, thoughtful grantmaking, and meaningful progress in support of Philadelphia’s vulnerable older adults. From expanding nonprofit collaborations to investing in innovative programs that strengthen health, stability, and connection, this year’s report highlights the collective impact of our grantee partners, board, and community. We invite…
Due to Inclement Weather, this Event Has Been Postponed to Wednesday, March 4th The Sarah Ralston Foundation, in partnership with the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA), is proud to host Engaging in Aging: A Volunteer & Donor Expo — a free, community-wide event highlighting nonprofit organizations that support Philadelphia’s vulnerable older adults. While many seniors…