Genesis Fund
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Genesis Fund
Status: Active competitive grant program
Geographic Scope: Richmond, Virginia area and surrounding communities
Focus Areas: The Genesis Fund supports a wide variety of communal projects addressing compelling community needs. Examples include:
Eligible Applicants: Jewish agencies, synagogues, and nonprofit organizations serving the Richmond Jewish community
Background: Established in honor of Neil November (OBM), the Genesis Fund is the Foundation's unrestricted pool providing support for research, development, and special projects. Since 2005, over $500,000 in Genesis Fund grants have been awarded to dozens of community projects.
Notable Recent Awards:
Contact: Richmond Jewish Foundation office at 804-545-8656
How to Apply
Application Process
- Applications are forwarded to eligible community partners during the grant cycle
- Proposals are reviewed by the RJF Grants Committee
- Grant awards are announced during the spring
- The competitive process involves committee review and RJF Board approval
For More Information: Contact the Richmond Jewish Foundation at 804-545-8656 or visit rjfoundation.org
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