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Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

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Eligible organizations

  • Jewish undergraduate students

Other requirements

  • Interest in journalism and storytelling
  • From campuses across the nation

Overview

Program Overview: A yearlong opportunity for Jewish undergraduate students interested in journalism to develop storytelling skills and write about Hillel happenings while learning from experienced Jewish journalists and Hillel professionals.

Background: The program selects talented student writers from campuses across the nation to participate in cohorts and contribute to Hillel publications and media.

Program Details:

  • Duration: One year (e.g., Fall cohort runs through following year)
  • Cohort Size: Approximately 5 students per cohort
  • Participants: Diverse group of students from different universities and majors

Eligibility:

  • Jewish undergraduate students
  • Interest in journalism and storytelling
  • From campuses across the nation

Learning Opportunities:

  • Write about Hillel happenings and Jewish campus life
  • Learn from experienced Jewish journalists
  • Work with Hillel professionals
  • Develop journalistic skills

Geographic Scope: United States (multiple campuses)

How to Apply

Application Process

Selection: Hillel International selects cohort members through application process

Announcement: Cohorts announced (e.g., Fall 2021 cohort announced September 30, 2021)

Timeline: Yearlong program with cohort participation throughout academic year and beyond

Note: Specific application materials and deadlines not detailed in provided content. Contact Hillel International directly for current application information.

What Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
165
Total given
$11.65M
Median grant
$50K
Range
$5,070–$398K
  • By dollars: New York 18%, California 13%, Florida 10%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 21% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Hillel-Univ of Florida · Gainesville, FL

    Program Grant

    $398K

  • Hillel of San Diego · La Jolla, CA

    Program Grant

    $328K

  • Hillel-CUNY Queens College · Flushing, NY

    Program Grant

    $301K

  • Hillel-Baruch College · New York, NY

    Program Grant

    $242K

  • Hillel-NC · Chapel Hill, NC

    Program Grant

    $241K

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

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Jewish
  • Journalism
  • Youth programs

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