Friends for Good

What Friends for Good does

Friends for Good is a Philadelphia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2019 that mobilizes young professionals around community service. The organization runs a portfolio of recurring programs centered on food security (meal service at Chosen 300 Ministries, MANNA, and Philabundance; community fridge support through Momma Tee's), education (Supporting Success classroom adoption at Clymer Elementary/Mastery Charter), seasonal and emergency kit distribution (Seasonal Survival Kits, Winter Warmth, NICU Care Kits, BBCon Kid Kits, Halloween Kits for Kids), and signature fundraising events (The Good Gala held biennially at Union Trust, FFG Happy Hours, The Good Game, Fitness Feeds Philly). Service delivery is executed through a network of 20+ Philadelphia nonprofit and institutional partners, allowing FFG to operate as a volunteer and resource aggregator rather than a direct service provider.

The business model is donation-based with four primary revenue streams: individual donations via the website across five preset tiers ($10, $25, $50, $100, $250) plus custom amounts; corporate sponsorships and team-building service days (50+ Philadelphia companies); event-based fundraising with proceeds directed to programs (The Good Game 2025 raised $24,730; The Good Gala 2024 raised $85,000+); and, starting in 2025, institutional grants (Power Home Remodeling $20,000, Blackbaud $10,000, Bachalli Family Foundation $7,000). The organization reports a 99% program passthrough rate, with 100% of proceeds from The Good Gala and Fitness Feeds Philly directed to beneficiary programs. There is no proprietary technology platform; donations are processed through a third-party payment processor, and event coordination is managed manually with support from email, organic social (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), and earned media channels.

In 2025, FFG reported mobilizing 865 volunteers and reaching 10,381 neighbors, with cumulative impact of 21,000+ neighbors helped since founding. The organization employs 11–50 staff and is led by Co-Founder & President Anthony J. DiValerio III, Co-Founder & Treasurer Momin Sheikh, Co-Founder & Head of Impact Samantha Najarian, Vice President Ali Glickstein, and Head of Finance & Corporate Partnerships Abe Ibrahim, supported by a 15-member Leadership Committee. Geographic scope is intentionally limited to the Philadelphia metro, and there is no external parent company, venture capital, or private equity ownership — the entity (Friends for Good, Inc., EIN 85-1704976) is structured as an independent public charity.

Name

Friends for Good

Legal name

Friends for Good, Inc.

Website

https://www.ffgphilly.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Friends for Good is a Philadelphia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2019 that mobilizes young professionals around community service, running programs in food security, education, and emergency supplies through a network of 20+ partner organizations and signature fundraising events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Volunteer and Nonprofit Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Community volunteer programs
• Nonprofit event fundraising
• Corporate social partnerships
• Food security programs
• Philanthropic community services

Headquarters

HQ city

Philadelphia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals at preset tiers ($10-$250) or custom amounts. All program dollars fund Philadelphia community programs. Donations are non-refundable except where required by law.
2. The Good Gala: Biennial signature fundraising event featuring cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, and silent auction. All proceeds support year-round programs and educational initiatives. 2024 Gala marked 5-year anniversary with GA/VIP tickets, group tables, and sponsorship opportunities.
3. Corporate Sponsorships & Partnerships: Corporate giving program including custom team-building service days, employee match programs, corporate gifting, and event sponsorships. In 2025, secured first institutional grants from Power Home Remodeling ($20,000), Blackbaud ($10,000), and Bachalli Family Foundation ($7,000).
4. Event-Based Fundraising: Signature events like The Good Game and Fitness Feeds Philly generate funds through ticket sales and donations, with proceeds directed to food security and community programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Friends for Good is a Philadelphia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that mobilizes young professional volunteers to deliver community service programs in food security, education, housing, and children's services. It operates signature programs including Meals & Food Security, Supporting Success classroom adoption, Seasonal Survival Kits, Winter Warmth, NICU Care Kits, and Halloween Kits for Kids, funded by individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and institutional grants raised through signature events such as The Good Gala and Fitness Feeds Philly.

Product overview

Friends for Good is a young professional volunteer organization offering a portfolio of community service programs centered on food security, educational support, and essential supplies distribution across Philadelphia. Core programs include Meals & Food Security meal service, Supporting Success classroom adoption, Seasonal Survival Kits, and Winter Warmth clothing drives. Special projects include NICU Care Kits, BBCon Kid Kits, and Halloween Kits for Kids. Signature fundraising events include The Good Gala (biennial), FFG Happy Hours, The Good Game, and Fitness Feeds Philly. The organization connects volunteers with partner nonprofits to deliver direct community impact.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Meals & Food Security Program Volunteer-driven meal preparation and service at partner shelters including Chosen 300 Ministries, MANNA, and Philabundance, with community fridge support through Momma Tee's Free Food Community Fridge. Targets food-insecure Philadelphia residents through partner-organization meal service.
• Supporting Success Program Full-year classroom adoption program providing students with uniforms, school supplies, mentorship activities, craft parties, and movie days at Clymer Elementary/Mastery Charter. Designed for Philadelphia students in adopted classrooms.
• Seasonal Survival Kits Seasonally curated emergency supply kits containing socks, hats, ponchos, first aid supplies, dental and hygiene items, snack bars, water, and hand-warmers, distributed through partner outreach teams. Targeted at unhoused individuals and those in need across Philadelphia.
• Winter Warmth Annual citywide winter clothing drive collecting coats, scarves, and gloves through office, gym, bar, and apartment drop-off points, sorted and delivered to partner shelters before winter. Distributed to Philadelphia residents in need.
• NICU Care Kits Care kits assembled and delivered to NICU families at Philadelphia-area hospitals in partnership with March of Dimes, Penn Medicine, and Spire Abstract; served 200 NICU families in 2025. Targeted at families with infants in neonatal intensive care.
• BBCon Kid Kits Large-scale kit assembly event at Blackbaud's BBCon nonprofit technology conference, mobilizing 350 volunteers to assemble 500 kits for Ronald McDonald House Philadelphia children in 2025.
• Halloween Kits for Kids Annual October event assembling Halloween costume, candy, craft, and card kits for children and families at Ronald McDonald House Philadelphia and Clymer Elementary first graders, with a sponsored full Halloween meal. Delivered 1,500+ kits across 5 years.
• The Good Gala Biennial formal fundraising event held at Union Trust featuring cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, and silent auction, with 100% of proceeds supporting year-round FFG programs; 2024 edition raised $85,000+ with 350+ attendees.
• FFG Happy Hours Rotating neighborhood bar events bringing together new volunteers, board members, and regulars, often paired with volunteer events or featuring special editions like the Jolly Trolley Holiday Tour. Designed for young professional community-building and volunteer recruitment.
• The Good Game Fall rooftop fundraiser featuring an Eagles home-opener watch party with DJ, local food, and drinks; raised $24,730 for Momma Tee's Kitchen & Food Fridges in 2025, reaching 7,200 individuals through community food access points.
• Fitness Feeds Philly Outdoor fitness fundraiser with donation-based classes (Yoga, HIIT, bootcamp, dance) led by local instructors at Philadelphia Museum of Art; 100% of registration fees fund food-security programs such as Philabundance, Chosen 300 Ministries, and Bringing Hope Home.

Quantifiable outcome

• 21,000+ neighbors helped since 2019
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• The WardrobeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Clothing Drive and Winter Warmth Kits beneficiary since 2025.
• BlackbaudcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Corporate partnership since 2025. BBCon 2025 Kid Kits partnership - $10,000 raised for Ronald McDonald House, 350 volunteers, 500 kits assembled at conference.
• Momma Tee's Food FridgescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 20252025 Good Game beneficiary. The Good Game 2025 raised $24,730 for Momma Tee's, reaching 7,200 individuals through community food access points.
• March of DimescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025NICU Care Kits program; 200 families reached in 2025, $2,395 deployed.
• Clymer Elementary / Mastery ChartercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Classroom adoption program; Movie Day 2025; Halloween kit distribution for first graders.
• MANNAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Meal prep and packaging volunteer events partner since 2023.
• Project HOMEcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Volunteer days at Joy's Place; Women of Change events. Winter Warmth beneficiary.
• St. Christopher's Hospital for ChildrenminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Healthcare partner since 2023.
• Fitler ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2022Venue and event partner since 2022. Host venue for Summer Survival Kits packing events and Halloween Happy Hour kit-pack nights.
• Chosen 300 MinistriescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Monthly volunteer meal service partner; Fitness Feeds Philly beneficiary. Executive Director Brian J. states FFG has been a consistent partner since 2022.
• Ronald McDonald House PhiladelphiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022HALLOWEEN KITS FOR KIDS since 2022; BBCon Kid Kits (350 volunteers, 500 kits, 2025). 5 years, 1,500+ kits delivered for families.
• Bringing Hope HomecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Fitness Feeds Philly Round 2 beneficiary; family support partner. Winter Warmth beneficiary.
• Children's Crisis Treatment CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Painting and renovation volunteer day for children in treatment.
• Be My EyesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Accessibility partner since 2020.
• Justice For Our NeighborsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Immigrant legal services partner since 2020.
• Down North PizzaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2020Recurring venue partner since 2020.
• PhilabundancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Fitness Feeds Philly beneficiary; food sorting and distribution volunteer days. Long-standing food security partner since 2020.
• Cradles to CrayonscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Clothing and essentials sorting volunteer events for children experiencing foster care.
• Penn MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020NICU access partner since 2020 for NICU Care Kits program delivery.
• CareLink Community Support ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Health and community support partner since 2019.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• VolunteerMatch: National online volunteer matching platform connecting individuals with nonprofit opportunities; the most direct functional peer to FFG's volunteer-routing mission, though operating at vastly larger digital scale.
• Idealist: Action-search platform listing volunteer, internship, and job opportunities at nonprofits and social enterprises; comparable to FFG in serving mission-driven individuals seeking entry points to social impact.
• Generation On: Youth-focused service and volunteerism nonprofit (founded by Points of Light and Disney); comparable to FFG in mobilizing younger demographics around community service projects.

Broad incumbents

• Points of Light: Large global nonprofit focused on volunteer service and civic engagement, operating HandsOn network affiliates; overlaps with FFG's volunteer-mobilization mission but at national scope.
• City Year: Large education-focused national service nonprofit mobilizing young adults into schools; adjacent in mission (youth + education) and volunteer demographic, though structured as AmeriCorps.
• United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey: Major regional funder and convener of Philadelphia-area nonprofits and volunteer initiatives; an incumbent that overlaps FFG's ecosystem and could become either a partner or competitive grant-allocator.

Regional players

• Philadelphia Cares: Philadelphia-based volunteer engagement nonprofit with a comparable regional mission of mobilizing community volunteers around local nonprofit projects — the closest direct geographic peer to FFG.
• HandsOn Philadelphia: Philadelphia affiliate of the HandsOn Network focused on episodic volunteer events; directly comparable as a regional, event-driven volunteer mobilization org in the same metro.

Emerging players

• Doing Good Together: Nonprofit curating family and group volunteer activities; overlaps with FFG in designing accessible, time-bounded volunteer experiences for busy cohorts.
• Big Citizens: Atlanta-based young-professional volunteer organization with a similar 'community + service' model positioning; useful comparable for FFG's potential city-replication thesis.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ffgphilly
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ffgphilly
• Instagraminstagram.com/ffgphilly
• Xx.com/ffgphilly

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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