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College Scholarship Program

Magnes Museum Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Jewish NonprofitsGrants for Education

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

March 31, 2027

186 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

College Scholarship Program

Organization: Jewish Federation Bay Area

Geographic Scope: Bay Area and beyond

Eligibility:

  • Students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies

  • Bay Area Jewish community members

    • Focus Areas:

  • Educational support for Jewish students pursuing higher education

    • Key Features:

  • One application opens door to consideration for up to 15 different scholarships

  • Scholarships can be renewed through continued academic achievement and service

  • Named scholarships include: Nathan J. and Virginia H. Friedman Scholarship

    • Contact:

  • Steve Brown, Senior Director, Gift Planning and Endowments

  • Email: steveb@sfjcf.org

    • Background:
    The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for Jewish students. According to a recipient's testimonial, scholarships provided financial security to pursue unpaid research positions and volunteer opportunities rather than requiring extensive part-time work.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Submit one application - Applicants complete a single application
    2. Automatic consideration - Completing one application opens the door to consideration for up to 15 different scholarships
    3. Application deadline: March 31 (annually)
    4. Award renewal: Scholarships can be renewed through continued academic achievement and service

      Application Tips

    • 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 Steve Brown for guidance: steveb@sfjcf.org
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    What Magnes Museum Foundation actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

    Grants in 2024
    2
    Total given
    $315K
    Median grant
    $157K
    Range
    $20K–$295K
    • By dollars: California 100%. Top recipient cities: Berkeley, CA.

    Example grants

    • The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life · Berkeley, CA

      For the magnes collection of jewish art and life

      $295K

    IRS Form 990-PF, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    jewisheducation

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