Ignite Grants

Ignite Grants

Funder: St. Paul Jewish Federation

Purpose: Support new or expanded programs that address unmet needs, foster connection, or offer fresh approaches to Jewish engagement

Geographic Scope: Greater St. Paul area (St. Paul Jewish Federation service area)

Eligibility:

Open to both new and existing Jewish partner organizations

Must be serving the St. Paul Jewish Federation service area

Focus Areas:

Innovative programs

Community connection and programming

Jewish education and engagement

Student support and campus engagement

Community cultural programming

Selection Criteria:

Demonstrate innovation

Clear goals

Potential for meaningful short- and long-term impact

Programs/projects/events that align with Federation priorities

Offer immediate benefits and long-term value

Recent Awards (March 2026):

Minnesota JCC – Violins of Hope program

Carleton College Office of the Chaplain – Sukkah kit and ritual items

Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) – Israel Mission luncheon in Sovev Kinneret

Recent Awards (November 2025):

Camp Ramah in Wisconsin – St. Paul Camper Outreach Program

Emissary – Emissary Platform

Herzl Camp – St. Paul Camper Outreach Program

Jewfolk – Holiday Matching Program

Minnesota JCC – Multiple programs including Intergenerational Connections, Adult Inclusion Internship, sukkah purchase

Recent Awards (July 2025):

Center for Contemporary Mussar – St. Paul Yom Iyun program

Jewish Family Service of St. Paul – Holocaust Survivor Services Program

Six Points Theater – Happiest Man on Earth Program

Contact:
St. Paul Jewish Federation
PO Box 50649
Mendota, MN 55150
651-690-1707
[email protected]