Bill Jayson Jewish Studies Scholarship Fund of the DJCF Grant

Bill Jayson Jewish Studies Scholarship Fund of the DJCF Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
Amount: US $340
Last Updated: January 19, 2026

Summary

The Bill Jayson Jewish Studies Scholarship Fund, established by Hal and Janine Jayson, offers a $1,000 scholarship for local Jewish undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in Jewish Studies. This initiative honors Bill Jayson’s legacy and contributions to the Dallas Jewish community, aiming to enhance the academic and cultural understanding of students engaged in formal Jewish learning. The fund is managed by the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, which supports various educational and cultural initiatives.

Overview

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation (DJCF) is a philanthropic organization dedicated to strengthening and empowering the Greater Dallas Jewish community and the broader region through strategic charitable giving. Established to help individuals, families, and organizations achieve their philanthropic goals, the Foundation manages a wide range of donor-advised funds, endowments, scholarships, and community grants that support education, social services, health, Jewish life, and cultural enrichment. DJCF’s mission emphasizes tikkun olam—repairing the world—by fostering generosity, ensuring the long-term sustainability of vital community institutions, and improving quality of life for people of all backgrounds. Guided by Jewish values, the Foundation serves as a trusted partner in philanthropy, connecting donors with meaningful causes, supporting innovative programs, and investing in initiatives that create lasting, positive impact throughout Greater Dallas and beyond. Bill Jayson Jewish Studies Scholarship Fund of the DJCF This scholarship was established by Hal and Janine Jayson in memory of Hal’s father, Bill Jayson (obm), supports local Jewish undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in Jewish Studies. The award honors Bill Jayson’s legacy and contributions to the Dallas Jewish community by helping students engage in formal Jewish learning and advance their academic and cultural understanding.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.