Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

March 31, 2027

184 days left

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
March 31, 2027
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

From the program guidelines: “Submit by March 31 annually”

Overview

Geographic Scope: Bay Area Jewish community

Eligibility: Students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies

The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students pursuing higher education. Completing one application opens the door to consideration for up to 15 different scholarships.

Key Features:

  • Multiple scholarship opportunities available through single application
  • Examples include the Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship
  • Scholarships can be renewed based on continued academic achievement and service
  • Provides financial support to enable students to pursue research, volunteer work, and community engagement

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Complete one central application form
2. Application opens consideration for up to 15 different scholarships
3. Submit by March 31 annually

Advice for Applicants

  • Be yourself in your application
  • Don't be afraid to express who you are
  • Look for guidance when needed
  • Write about what you're passionate about
  • Contact the Federation for guidance on how to apply

Contact for questions: Steve Brown, Senior Director, Gift Planning and Endowments at steveb@sfjcf.org

What The Irving and Varda Rabin Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
5
Total given
$277K
Median grant
$7,500
Range
$5,580–$250K
  • By dollars: New York 90%, California 10%. Top recipient cities: San Francisco, CA; New York, NY; Tiburon, CA.

Example grants

  • Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc · New York, NY

    Matan investing in the community (varda institute)

    $250K

  • San Francisco Opera Association · San Francisco, CA

    $7,500

  • San Francisco Symphony · San Francisco, CA

    $7,500

  • Camp Tawonga · San Francisco, CA

    $6,146

  • Congregation Kol Shofar · Tiburon, CA

    Of this grant, $5,400 is in support of the gala and $180 is for the gala fund-a

    $5,580

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Jewish
  • Education

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