Community Grants (General)
Funding Amount
Varies by project (examples: $5,000 - $80,000)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Community Grants
Overview: JewishColumbus funds grants in multiple categories through the Community Impact Committee (CIC). Grants are funded by endowments and special purpose funds held at the Columbus Jewish Foundation, a JewishColumbus partner.
Geographic Scope: Columbus, Ohio area and Israel/Overseas programs
Focus Areas:
Types of Grants:
1. Allocations - Core funding for Local Big Six Agencies (Columbus Jewish Day School, Columbus Torah Academy, Jewish Community Center, Jewish Family Services, OSU Hillel, Wexner Heritage Village)
2. Capital Repair & Replacement - For physical facility improvements
3. Israel and Overseas Programs - For international Jewish causes
4. Security Funding - For congregations, schools, JCC sites, and OSU Hillel
5. Mini-Grants - Up to $2,500 for Jewish Arts programs with 8+ weeks planning
Example FY23 Awards:
Mini-Grant Criteria:
Status: Main funding applications are currently closed. Limited mini-grant funding available.
Contact for Mini-Grants: impact@jewishcolumbus.org
Contact Info:
How to Apply
Application Process
Current Funding Cycle Status: FY23 applications are closed. New funding cycle information typically available in August.
Mini-Grant Application (Jewish Arts):
1. Email impact@jewishcolumbus.org with inquiry
2. Organization must be planning a Jewish arts program more than 8 weeks out
3. Maximum grant amount: $2,500
4. Follow instructions provided by JewishColumbus
For Upcoming Funding Cycles:
Contact Information:
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
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