Advancing bold change to strengthen communities in Greater Philadelphia.
Providing risk capital for early-stage, bold approaches that have the potential to result in outsized impact and thriving, equitable communities. These projects test novel approaches to entrenched or emerging problems in an effort to push boundaries and inspire transformative change. Learn more about the purpose of the Catalyst Fund and how to apply.
See a list of Catalyst Fund grantees. Read descriptions of these timely, early-stage projects that are aiming to shift practice in the social sector.
Barra has been learning about impact investing by testing it out, and “learning by doing” since 2016. Join us in our journey as we find ways to activate more than just grant dollars to invest in our region and create durable change.
More about impact investingBarra grantee Drexel’s Writers Room shares progress made in its Second Story Collective venture, a collective of artists, activists, architects, and West Philadelphia residents united by a shared vision for meaningful connection and cohabitation.