Ronnie H and Alli Russel Charitable Foundation Inc

The Associated Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore Inc

Baltimore, MD

The Associated Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore funds Jewish community services, education and engagement, social and senior services, and related initiatives in Greater Baltimore, Israel, and nationally and internationally. In 2025, its 46 grants ranged from $6,000 to $6.15 million, with a median of about $115,000. It lists some specific funding opportunities and donor-advised fund recommendations, but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Herbert Bearman Foundation

Brooklandville, MD

The foundation supports projects that improve individual well-being, especially for people in disadvantaged circumstances, with a preference for specific projects; it focuses on Greater Baltimore, Palm Beach County, and Israel. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $255,120, with a median of $18,188. It accepts letters of inquiry through spring and fall cycles and considers small discretionary requests year-round.

Lewis Family Charitable Trust

Delray Beach, FL

The Lewis Family Charitable Trust supports a varied mix of charitable organizations, including Jewish organizations, health care, and children’s causes. Its 2025 grants ranged from $100 to $225,000, with a median of $10,000, and mostly went to organizations in Michigan and Florida, followed by Washington, D.C., and New York. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected organizations.

Crane Family Foundation Inc

Baltimore, MD

The Crane Family Foundation funds Jewish education in greater Baltimore and violence-prevention programs for youth in Baltimore, primarily in Maryland. Its 2024 grants ranged from $500 to $3.39 million, with a median of about $16,000. It accepts requests beyond preselected organizations; first-time applicants are encouraged to contact the foundation to discuss fit.

Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey Inc

Paramus, NJ

The Federation funds Jewish community organizations, schools, and human-service programs focused on care, community safety, Jewish identity, and support for Israel, locally and internationally. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,276 to $2 million, with a median of $15,000; its stated local service area is Bergen, Hudson, and parts of Passaic Counties. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Katz Family Charitable Trust

Jenkintown, PA

The trust supports Jewish religious and community organizations, education and scholarships, and programs for children with diverse special needs, primarily in Pennsylvania, with some funding in nearby states. In 2024, grants ranged from $54 to $18,610, with a median of $1,000. It does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; contact Steven J. Katz to apply.

The Frank Family Foundation Inc

Atlanta, GA

The Frank Family Foundation supports Jewish organizations, education, human services, arts, and social-impact work, with most of its 2025 grant dollars going to organizations in Georgia. It made 49 grants totaling $419,250; the median grant was $2,000, though awards ranged from $180 to $226,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

David & Barbara B Hirschhorn

Baltimore, MD

The David and Barbara B. Hirschhorn Foundation funds education and literacy, summer learning and camping, human services, and intergroup relations, primarily in the Baltimore metropolitan area. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,500 to $240,000, with a median of $15,000. It invites prospective applicants to contact the Blaustein Philanthropic Group to discuss fit and how to submit a proposal.

Caplan Family Foundation

Owings Mills, MD

Woll-Yellin Family Foundation

West Bloomfield, MI

The foundation supports religious, charitable, educational, and scientific endeavors, including education, literacy, Jewish community organizations, and charitable services, primarily in Michigan. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,000 to $600,000, with a median of $2,500. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Blanket Fort Foundation

Towson, MD

Blanket Fort Foundation supports education, basic needs, and economic opportunity for children and families, with a priority on the Jewish community; its giving is focused mainly in Baltimore, with additional support in Maine, New York, and elsewhere. In 2024, grants ranged from $100 to $300,000, with a median of $17,500. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta Inc

Atlanta, GA

Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta funds Jewish education, engagement, social services, and community-strengthening programs, with grantmaking focused on Greater Atlanta as well as Israel and other locations. In 2025 it made 435 grants, with a median award of $18,489; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.