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Jewish Federation of Greater Portland: Gather Grant
Get up to $180 to host an event at the place and with the people you choose
Holiday meals can be larger and therefore more costly. We've got you!
If you are hosting 6-9 folks the subsidy is $120, but if you are hosting 10+ people outside your household, Gather Grants will reimburse you up to $180.
How to use the Grant
You can spend the Gather Grant in whatever way you need to bring your event to life! Some examples include:
Our Mission
Empower donors to fulfill their passions and dreams by establishing charitable vehicles designed to create a positive and enduring impact on Jewish Buffalo, Western New York and the World.
Israel Scholarships
For more than 30 years the Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies has provided financial assistance for high school and college students to travel and study in Israel. Students participating in approved programs will be eligible for assistance for the upcoming summer based upon merit and/or financial need.
Awards are limited to Jewish students who have attended high school in either Erie or Niagara County in New York State or to Jewish students who are residing in either Erie or Niagara County and are new Americans.
The goals of the Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies Israel Experience scholarship program are to develop:
Participants may apply for funding for a program they have found that fulfills one or more of the following criteria:
We will review other programs on a case by case basis.
There are two types of the Israel Scholarships: 1) Community Support Scholarships; and 2) Financial Need Based Scholarships
Financial Need Based Scholarships
Please see information under Eligibility.
Income guidelines
To complete your financial need based application, you will need to include:
IMPORTANT: If the above items are not included, your application will not be considered complete.
Opening Doors to Jewish Experiences
The St. Paul Jewish Federation is committed to helping individuals and families access meaningful Jewish experiences through a variety of scholarship opportunities. Whether it’s attending Jewish day school, participating in youth programs, Israel experiences, or supporting a family with a child with special needs, our scholarships open doors to connection, learning, and growth.
We believe everyone in our community should have the opportunity to engage deeply in Jewish life.
SPJF Summer Camp Scholarships
Give your child the gift of Jewish summer camp.
The St. Paul Jewish Federation provides need-based scholarships to help families afford both day and overnight Jewish camps in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Camp is where kids build lifelong friendships, deepen their Jewish identity, and experience the joy of community.
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.
St. Paul Jewish Federation: Burst Micro-Grants
Fast, flexible support for urgent or small-scale needs.
Burst Micro Grants offer up to $2,500 in rapid-response funding to support urgent needs, pilot programs, or small-scale events that arise outside of Pillar or Ignite grant cycles. Requests should align with Federation priorities and are open to Jewish organizations serving the St. Paul Jewish Federation service area.
Applicants are eligible to receive one Burst Micro Grant every 12 months. Applicants can expect a decision on the grant within approximately 30 days of receipt of the request. Applicants must demonstrate organizational health, alignment with Federation priorities, and a measurable community benefit. Organizations that receive Burst Micro Grants are also eligible to apply for Pillar Grants or K-12 Education formula funding and Ignite Grants.
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.
St. Paul Jewish Federation: K-12 Education Grants
Our K–12 Education Grants support innovative programs that expand access to quality Jewish learning experiences for students across Greater St. Paul.
Expanding access to Jewish learning for K–12 students
K–12 Education Grants are awarded by the St. Paul Jewish Federation’s Education Committee to support innovative, impactful programs that meet the evolving educational needs of children and teens across our 12-county service area. With limited funding available annually, this grant helps fill critical gaps—especially in areas not addressed by other initiatives—by supporting new and creative approaches to Jewish education.
These grants are open to recipients of other Federation funding (including Pillar and Ignite Grants) and are evaluated based on program clarity, innovation, alignment with Federation priorities, evaluation plans, and community collaboration. Each application must represent a single program.
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.
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:
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.
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.
Minnesota Jewish Community Foundation: Yeshiva Scholarship
The Joshua Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to Minnesota residents who wish to study for one year in Israel at Yeshivot Hesder, Michlala Lebanot, or Orot; or other compatible Religious Zionist institutions. Priority for scholarships will be given to those with financial needs.
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
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.
Grants for Jewish nonprofits fund programs that support Jewish education, culture, and community services. The following grants empower organizations to preserve traditions, promote religious engagement, and strengthen Jewish communities.
Find 30+ grant opportunities for Jewish nonprofits, with $138.9K available. Instrumentl connects nonprofits to tailored funding options, offering tools for deadline tracking, customized searches, and insights to advance meaningful initiatives.
Nonprofits that are eligible for Jewish nonprofits grants are usually synagogues, Jewish activity centers, universities, cultural partnerships, and groups focusing on Jewish heritage, social services, and religious initiatives. The funding is meant to empower organizations to preserve traditions, promote religious engagement, fight antisemitism, and strengthen Jewish communities. Many grants require applicants to be 501(c)(3) organizations and may prioritize those with established success in Jewish education, culture, and community services.
Grants in Jewish nonprofits typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q3, with 32.2% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q4.
Jewish nonprofits grants are offered to nonprofit programs that encourage resources that protect Jewish culture, provide social services needed for Jewish communities, and fund educational and religious programs. They seek to strengthen Jewish heritage, combat antisemitism, and support Israel-related initiatives. These grants are competitive, with a little more than 30 grants available and around $461,000 in funding for nonprofit groups that address these religious challenges and programs.
Funding for Jewish nonprofits grants varies widely, with award amounts ranging from a minimum of $250 to a maximum of $40,000. Based on Instrumentl’s data, the median grant amount for this category is $6,500, while the average grant awarded is $9,918. Understanding these funding trends can help nonprofits set realistic expectations when applying.
All of the grants for Jewish nonprofits are funded by private organizations like the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern New Jersey, the Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation, the Joseph J. Miller Foundation, and the Chaim Schwartz Foundation.
Because grants for Jewish nonprofits are competitive and only offered by private foundations, you should concentrate on all of these key areas:
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