Funding Amount

$1,750 - $2,500 for year programs; $2,500 for summer programs (up to one-half of program cost)

Deadline

December 15, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
December 15, 2026
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: December

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

  • High school and college students

Other requirements

  • Requesting family should be a donor to the Federation's annual campaign
  • Family account must be in good standing

Overview

Israel Grants

Purpose: Provide supplemental financial aid for educational and Jewish identity-strengthening programs in Israel.

Focus: Increase the number of high school and college students who have the opportunity to travel to and study in Israel.

Award Details:

  • Year programs: $1,750 - $2,500 per applicant

  • Summer programs: $2,500 per applicant

  • Grants cover up to one-half of program cost
  • Eligibility:

  • High school and college students

  • Requesting family should be a donor to the Federation's annual campaign

  • Family account must be in good standing
  • Selection Criteria:

  • Awards based primarily on merit

  • Evaluated on applicant's motivations and achievements

  • Assessment based on written application responses and personal interviews with selection committee

  • First-time applicants have priority; second-time applicants considered if funds available
  • Grant Type:

  • One-time grant per year

  • Second year and future year grants available if funds are available
  • Contact:
    Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga
    P.O. Box 8947
    Chattanooga, TN 37414
    Phone: (423) 493-0270
    Email: federation@jewishchattanooga.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Deadline: Applications must be submitted by December 15
    2. Application Form: Complete the Israel Grant Application form
    3. Requirements:
    - Written responses to applicant questions addressing motivations and achievements
    - Participation in personal interview(s) with the selection committee
    4. Submission: Submit application by the December 15 deadline

    Note: Specific narrative questions and detailed submission instructions should be obtained from the application form itself.

    What Jewish Community Federation of Greater Chattanooga actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990, 2020 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

    Grants in 2020
    2
    Total given
    $270K
    Median grant
    $135K
    Range
    $8,000–$262K
    • By dollars: New York 97%, Tennessee 3%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY; Chattanooga, TN.

    Example grants

    • United Jewish Communities · New York, NY

      Health education and welfare

      $262K

    • Chattanooga Joint Community Religious School · Chattanooga, TN

      Education

      $8,000

    IRS Form 990, 2020. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    jewisheducationcollege-prep

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