Ginger Chesnick Jacobs Archivist Scholarship Fund of the DJCF Grant

Ginger Chesnick Jacobs Archivist Scholarship Fund of the DJCF Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
Amount: US $1,335
Last Updated: January 13, 2026

Summary

The Ginger Chesnick Jacobs Archivist Scholarship Fund, established by the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, offers a $1,170 award to support undergraduate and graduate students pursuing archival education. Created in honor of Andrew Jacobs' mother, this scholarship aims to cultivate future archivists dedicated to preserving Jewish history and culture. Students majoring in library sciences, museum studies, and related fields across the United States are encouraged to apply, fostering a commitment to safeguarding cultural memory.

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. Ginger Chesnick Jacobs Archivist Scholarship Fund of the DJCF The Ginger Chesnick Jacobs Archivist Scholarship Fund, established in 2021, provides an award to support undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies in archival education. Created by Andrew Jacobs (obm) in honor of his mother’s deep commitment to preserving Jewish history and heritage, the scholarship supports students across the United States majoring in library sciences, museum studies, oral history, archival management, archival sciences, preservation, or related fields. The award aims to strengthen the next generation of archivists dedicated to safeguarding cultural memory.

Eligibility

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