when gaudenzia inc. was founded
- FAST FACTS. Gaudenzia was founded in 1968 in Philadelphia by elected officials, recovering folks, business and city leaders. Gaudenzia has grown to having over 115 programs in over 65 sites across Delaware, Pennsylvania and Maryland. Gaudenzia opened its first program in Maryland in 2002 and now has 14 programs in 10 locations. Six of the Maryland programs are behind the walls. All Gaudenzia Programs treat a majority of clients referred by the correctional system.