Best Grants for Jewish Nonprofits

The Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) offers Family Education Grants to support Jewish organizations in creating engaging educational programs for families. Grants can cover up to 70% of program costs, with a maximum of $10,000 available. Eligible organizations must serve the Jewish community in Western Massachusetts or Southern Vermont and provide innovative Jewish education experiences. The goal is to foster community engagement and enrich family connections to Jewish life through diverse programming.

The Kars4Kids Small Grant Program aims to support educational initiatives globally, impacting the lives of children. This program welcomes applications from IRS-recognized nonprofit organizations focused on youth development, mentorship, and education. Grants typically range from $500 to $2,000, depending on mission alignment and available funds. Kars4Kids, a national Jewish nonprofit, is dedicated to nurturing productive community members through educational and mentoring opportunities.

Robert Russell Memorial FoundationRobert Russell was a major leader of the Jewish community in Miami, nationally and in Israel. The foundation began operation in 1984 following the death of Bob. From 1984 through 2022 the foundation has provided grants totaling in excess of $36 million to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, primarily for programs in Israel and in the Jewish community of Miami.Mission:The Robert Russell Memorial Foundation seeks to support high quality and compelling programs in Israel and the U.S. Jewish community, primarily in Miami, through grants to Section 501(c)(3) organizations.Robert Russell Memorial Foundation GrantGrant requests can be for programs, general support, or a capital project.

The following are the areas of primary interest of the Foundation. Unless the request is within one of the following areas it is unlikely that it will receive funding:

• Jewish community in Miami, including social services.
• Jewish informal education and identity in Miami.
• Israel Experience programs.
• Jewish pluralistic education in Israel.
• Children at risk in Israel.
• Children and adults with disabilities in Israel.
• Social services in Israel.
• Higher education in Israel.
• Jewish news and media.
• Hillel student centers at Universities in Florida.
• Holocaust education and tolerance programs.
• Israel advocacy and Zionist initiatives.

The Jewish Life Grants by the Charles H. Revson Foundation support organizations in Israel and North America that address social and spiritual needs within diverse communities. With a focus on collaborative efforts, the Foundation aims to empower under-resourced fields and promote courageous leadership. Current initiatives include enhancing civic service and expanding community chaplaincy. Letters of inquiry are welcome, and grants are available for registered nonprofits, excluding endowments and capital campaigns.

The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund, a private foundation established in 1992, is dedicated to enhancing the Jewish community by awarding grants that foster inclusivity and vibrancy. The fund invites proposals from organizations committed to combating antisemitism and supporting progressive initiatives such as climate action and reproductive rights. Eligible applicants must hold 501(c)(3) status and can submit one request per year, focusing on projects in the San Francisco Bay Area or nationally.

The Zera Foundation Grant, established in 2011, supports nonprofit organizations in Oregon aimed at enhancing quality of life. With a focus on poverty, youth, animals, and Jewish-based initiatives, the Foundation seeks to fund new programs that help existing organizations achieve their mission. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities and can only receive one grant per year, ensuring a concentrated impact in their communities.

The Goldring Family and Woldenburg Foundation Grant supports non-profits in the Greater New Orleans area, funding initiatives in various fields including Arts, Education, Health, and Jewish Causes. Eligible organizations can apply for financial assistance to enhance community services and promote cultural enrichment. This grant represents an opportunity for local non-profits to secure funding for impactful projects that align with the foundation's mission to improve the quality of life in the region.

The Nathalie and Gladys Dalkowitz Charitable Trust Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in the San Antonio area, focusing on arts, culture, education, and ecumenical programs. Established in memory of sisters Nathalie and Gladys Dalkowitz, the trust honors their legacy of philanthropy and community support. Grants typically range from $3,000 to $10,000, encouraging initiatives that enrich the cultural and educational landscape of Bexar County, Texas.

Background

Natan’s Confronting Poverty committee requests proposals from organizations that are addressing poverty in their communities across the United States. This grant area is primarily focused on new models of direct services focused on Jewish poverty.

We understand that most social service organizations serve a diverse audience, but we anticipate that most of the funding will go towards organizations that have a special and particular interest in serving the Jewish community, in addition to other audiences.

We are particularly interested in;

• New models of direct services within existing agencies that address food insecurity, housing, job training, health and older adult care;
• New models of education, communications and awareness building around poverty
• New organizations and start ups that bring a fresh lens and voice to these matters

Natan seeks to sponsor or catalyze the creation of innovative, grassroots, and scalable strategies that address poverty and the factors that contribute to these challenges. This RFP targets both early-stage organizations and early-stage projects within larger institutions.

Natan anticipates awarding up to five grants of $30,000 - $35,000. The selected programs may be eligible for second year funding. Grant recipients will have the opportunity to work with a consultant to develop measures of success and evaluation plans.

Natan’s Confronting Poverty initiative is in partnership with The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation with the goal of surfacing new ideas in the Jewish anti-poverty space. Consideration will be given to applicants that incorporate voices of those with lived experience in their program development.

Natan's Jewish Connections Grants empower innovative initiatives connecting diverse individuals to Jewish culture and practices. Aimed at organizations with budgets under $1.5 million, these grants foster inclusivity and creativity within Jewish communities in North America. By supporting emerging leaders and new methodologies, Natan strives to create systemic change and engage populations historically overlooked by mainstream Jewish organizations. Grants typically range from $20,000 to $30,000, promoting a collaborative approach to philanthropy.

Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona

Comprised of the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona (JFSA) and the Jewish Community Foundation (JCF), JPSA supports and sustains our entire community. We are here for you – our valued donors and fundholders, organizations, agencies, non-profits, and synagogues.

JPSA addresses community-wide priorities including engagement, education, outreach, security, and advocacy. 

Grant and Scholarship Opportunities

Providing generous funding to enhance Jewish life.

Our Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) in partnership with generous fundholders and donors, provide grants and scholarships to enhance Jewish life in a multitude of ways.

Israel Travel Scholarships

Are you planning to study in Israel, participate in a mission, spend a gap year on a program in Israel?

JPSA offers scholarships for participation in missions, programs, and study in Israel offered by nonprofit organizations. 

Please contact Community Impact Manager to learn more. Jewish teens may also be eligible for $3000 voucher from Root One.

Scholarships may be used for any Israel experience (eg: summer programs, semester abroad, gap year).

You are encouraged to seek additional funds (e.g.: your synagogue, the program provider, other communal organizations and institutions.) RootOne offers a $3000 voucher for many programs. RootOne.org to learn more. 

All scholarship funds will be sent directly to the program provider.

Once a person has been offered a scholarship they must agree to the following:

• Prior to the trip and upon returning from Israel, the recipient will meet with a representative of the Weintraub Israel Center.
• Upon returning from Israel, scholarship recipients will work with the Weintraub Israel Center representative to create a public opportunity for the recipient to share their experience in Israel with the local Jewish community.
• Scholarship recipients will be asked to share photos, videos and short updates on social media while they are in Israel. If they are not able to share these on social media directly, we ask that they be sent to the Weintraub Israel Center representative who will work with the JPSA marketing department to share these items with our stakeholders in a meaningful way.

The Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation's Jewish Life Grant Program aims to enhance the Jewish community in Rochester by supporting innovative projects and collaborations. With a focus on arts, education, and Jewish life, the program invites tax-exempt organizations based in Monroe or Ontario Counties to apply. Grants are designed to address community challenges and foster long-term, meaningful contributions, emphasizing the importance of transformation and creativity in Jewish life.

Oregon Jewish Community Foundation 

Founded in 1989, the Oregon Jewish Community Foundation offers personalized service, cutting-edge investment expertise, flexibility, and focused investment.

We work throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington, offering charitable giving opportunities to help individuals and families achieve their heartfelt philanthropic objectives.  The Foundation helps individuals and families achieve their heartfelt philanthropic goals through the most tax-advantaged approaches to charitable giving. As the community's partner in the region, OJCF provides sophisticated giving opportunities and exciting programs expressing the Jewish values of tzedakah (justice) and tikkun olam (healing the world).

Mission

OJCF’s mission is to build and promote a culture of giving in Oregon and Southwest Washington that supports a thriving Jewish community now and for generations to come.

Weitz Family Lunch and Learn Fund

The Weitz Family Lunch and Learn fund is accepting grant applications to support kosher lunch and learn Torah study for groups of passionate and curious community members that are yearning for learning.

This grant application is open on an ongoing basis.

Minnesota Jewish Community Foundation: Camp Moshava Scholarship

The Joshua Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to Minnesota residents who wish to attend Camp Moshava Wild Rose in Wisconsin, a religious Zionist camp sponsored by Bnei Akiva of the US and Canada for the purpose of furthering the educational and ideological goals of Bnei Akiva. Priority for scholarships will be given to those with financial needs. 

Goldberger Family Endowment Fund

Opening Doors for Every Jewish Child.

Every child deserves to feel a sense of belonging—to learn, grow, and experience the richness of Jewish life. The Goldberger Family Endowment Fund helps make that possible for families raising children with developmental disabilities, learning challenges, or special healthcare needs.

This fund offers compassionate financial support to Jewish families in Greater St. Paul with children ages 12 months to 18 years, ensuring that no child is left on the sidelines because of ability or circumstance.

What the Fund Supports:

• Jewish educational programs at local synagogues and Federation partner agencies
• Recreational programs that promote inclusion and joy
• Adaptive equipment that empowers independence
• Respite care to support family wellness

Inclusive specialty camps that build confidence, friendship, and Jewish identity. 

The Goldberger Family Endowment Fund is a powerful resource—created to meet families where they are, with compassion, dignity, and support.

The Goldberger Family Endowment Fund for Children with Special Needs is a beautiful reminder of how one family’s love can transform countless lives. Inspired by a deep belief that every Jewish child in Greater St. Paul deserves the chance to learn, grow, and feel supported, the Goldberger family created a gift that continues to shine year after year. Their generosity shows us what’s possible when we choose to turn compassion into action—a legacy that strengthens our community today and lights the way for tomorrow. By including the St. Paul Jewish Federation in your estate plans or establishing an endowment, you can ensure that the values closest to your heart become a source of comfort, opportunity, and hope for generations to come.

Strengthening Jewish Life Through Strategic Investment

The St. Paul Jewish Federation provides grants that empower organizations to create, expand, and sustain programs aligned with our mission: building a vibrant, inclusive, and connected Jewish community across our 12-county region.

Our Community Impact Funding supports innovative initiatives, essential operations, and rapid-response needs—advancing Jewish education, engagement, equity, and continuity.

Regional Grantmaking for a Connected Jewish Community

The St. Paul Jewish Federation serves Jewish individuals and families across a 12-county region, from Pine County to Steele County and from Wabasha to Kanabec. Jewish life in our region is geographically dispersed, with people connected through colleges and universities, schools, congregations, social service organizations, and community institutions spread across urban, suburban, and rural communities.

Regional grantmaking ensures that distance does not limit access, visibility, or belonging. Through Community Impact Funding, the Federation invests strategically in organizations and initiatives that meet people where they are, strengthen essential operations, support innovation, and respond quickly to emerging needs — advancing Jewish education, engagement, equity, and continuity so that no Jew ever feels alone, no matter where they live or learn.

Ignite Grants

Ignite Grants offer one-year funding for new or expanded programs that spark innovation, inclusion, and connection. Open to new and existing partners.

Fueling Ideas. Igniting Impact.

Ignite grants are designed to support programs, projects, and events that align with Federation priorities. Programs, projects, and events funded by Ignite Grants will offer the Jewish community both immediate benefits and the potential for long-term value. Ignite Grants are open to Jewish organizations serving the St. Paul Jewish Federation service area.

Ignite grants fund new programs, projects, or events designed to address otherwise unmet needs in the Jewish community and existing programs, projects, or events that have shown past community impact.

Applicants must demonstrate organizational health, alignment with Federation priorities, and a measurable community benefit. Organizations that receive Ignite Grants are also eligible to apply for Pillar Grants or K-12 Education formula funding and Burst Micro Grants.

The Teen Engagement Fund supports partnerships of at least three collaborators to create innovative programs that engage teens in their Jewish community. With grants up to $1,500, this initiative aims to foster meaningful connections among youth and their peers. Applications should focus on collaboration and sustainability, aligning with the mission of the Federation. Letters of intent are required for consideration, ensuring projects are well-planned and impactful in Washtenaw County.

Mount Sinai Community Foundation Grant

Our Mission

The Mount Sinai Community Foundation is a collective giving circle whose members come together to support initiatives that improve health, enhance well-being, or otherwise advance medical care in the Jewish and larger communities, honoring the history and legacy of the Mount Sinai Hospital.

MSCF seeks to fund innovative grant proposals from 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations for one-time grants up to $10,000 that fulfill MSCF’s mission to improve health, enhance well-being, or otherwise advance medical care for Minnesota residents. 

Through the generosity of the Frances & Samuel Finkelstein/Janice Finkelstein Mattison Memorial Fund, one of the grantees may receive funding in the area of: cancer research and education; mental health or cancer treatment; medical ethics and quality assurance; or patient advocacy programs.

Funding Priorities

• MSCF seeks to fund innovative programs and/or essential equipment that have a meaningful, direct, and high impact on the target population.
• MSCF is especially interested in discrete projects that can be identified as MSCF funded efforts. These projects or items may be funded by MSCF funds alone or with a limited number of other funding partners.
• Applicants with unique grant requests who may be unable to secure funding elsewhere are encouraged to apply.
• Funding sought for information technology or equipment and/or software upgrades will not be considered unless they are integral to the delivery of the health or medical services provided.
• Grant requests where MSCF grant dollars are only a small component of the overall project budget are unlikely to be funded.
• Through the generosity of the Frances & Samuel Finkelstein/Janice Finkelstein Mattison Memorial Fund, one of the grants may receive funding for cancer research or education; medical ethics/patient advocacy programs; or treatment for children, seniors, disabled, or the homeless.

The Minneapolis Jewish Federation offers a number of needs-based scholarships to assist with the cost of Israel travel, education, and camp tuition.

Annette Paletz Memorial Scholarship

In 1976, Annette Paletz was the first person from Minnesota to participate in the Alexander Muss High School in Israel experience — and it had a profound effect on her life. In memory of Annette, who passed away suddenly in 2007, the Annette Paletz Memorial Scholarship helps Minneapolis high school students attend Jewish educational travel programs in Israel.

The Mildred Soefer Scholarship Fund Award offers financial support to Jewish students from Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester Counties who are pursuing higher education or vocational training. Applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrate financial need. The scholarship may cover tuition, books, and living expenses. This fund aims to foster educational growth within the community and encourages applicants to apply for multiple awards they may qualify for.

The Patrice Faye Cohen Memorial Scholarship Award supports high school women from Southern New Jersey who are pursuing college education with a focus on entrepreneurship. Established in memory of Patrice Faye Cohen, a successful business owner, this scholarship aims to empower women to achieve their entrepreneurial dreams. Eligible candidates must demonstrate a commitment to their studies and entrepreneurial aspirations, with financial support available for tuition and related expenses.

The Robert L. Schattner Scholarship Fund, managed by the Jewish Community Foundation, offers financial support to Jewish students from Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester Counties who are pursuing higher education. Eligible candidates must demonstrate financial need and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5. The scholarship can be applied towards tuition, books, or living expenses. This initiative aims to foster educational advancement within the Jewish community, encouraging students to achieve their academic goals.

The Seymour Siegel Youth Achievement Award, offered by the Jewish Community Foundation, provides financial support for high school students pursuing post-secondary education or vocational training. Open to applicants of the Jewish faith, this award prioritizes those from single-parent households, orphans, or foster children. Interested candidates must submit a personal narrative detailing their qualifications. The foundation, established in 1979, is a leading community resource in South Jersey, managing over $35 million in assets.

The Stuart & Marylee Alperin Jewish Communal Service Professional Development Award supports individuals pursuing a career in Jewish Communal Service. Applicants must be residents of Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester County in New Jersey, or reside elsewhere in Southern New Jersey. Awards can cover tuition, professional development, and related expenses. This initiative aims to nurture strong Jewish community institutions by supporting competent Jewish professionals, reflecting the founders' commitment to the creative survival of the Jewish people.

The Student Opportunity Scholarship Award honors the memory of Arthur & Eleanor Klein and David Rivkin, established by the Jewish Community Foundation to support Jewish students from Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester Counties. This award aims to assist those pursuing higher education or degree-related programs, focusing on applicants who demonstrate financial need. Eligible students may apply for various awards, ensuring access to educational opportunities and community support through this valued initiative.

The Leonard Jay Hirschfeld Memorial Endowment Fund awards a graduating high school student from Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester Counties to purchase a laptop, software, or training in computer sciences. Applicants must demonstrate leadership abilities and submit two letters of recommendation. This award encourages local youth to pursue educational opportunities in technology, fostering skills essential for future success. Open to all eligible students in the specified counties, this fund aims to support their educational journey.

The Jaclyn Ehrlich Travel Experience Award, established by the Wolf Family in memory of Jaclyn Lydia Ehrlich, offers financial assistance to Southern New Jersey students pursuing social action trips or educational programs in Israel. Open to Jewish students aged 13 and above from Camden, Gloucester, and Burlington Counties, this scholarship supports those engaging with Israel through travel or study. Applicants must demonstrate their connection and intentions regarding their experiences in Israel to qualify for this award.