Grants for Jewish Nonprofits

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 521 active grants for jewish nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 8 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 207 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 521; from 199 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,500–$20K
Total listed funding: $21.0M; across 207 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 17; 39 with a published date

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Charles Crane Family Foundation — Jewish Education Grants Crane Family Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies February 15 is the Charles Crane Family Foundation's proposal deadline for Jewish education requests — one of the Foundation's two published program deadlines.	~February	Varies
JEF General Fund Grants Jewish Endowment Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · Average about $2,500 JEF General Fund Grants provide funding for Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that significantly benefit the Jewish community.	Mar 1, 2027	Average about $2,500
Passport to Jewish Life Grants Jewish Federation of Orange County · Foundation ~March · Varies These grants open doors to meaningful and exciting Jewish educational experiences for Orange County children and teens participating in Jewish summer programs, after-school programs, and other Jewish educational experiences.	~March	Varies
Camp Scholarships Jewish Federation of El Paso and Las Cruces · Foundation ~March · $700 – $1K Scholarships for Jewish youth attending summer camp. First-time campers and returning campers are eligible.	~March	$700 – $1K
College Scholarship Program The Irving and Varda Rabin Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students pursuing higher education. Completing one application opens the door to consideration for up to 15 different scholarships.	~March	Varies
College Scholarship Program The Donald and Carole Chaiken Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending a college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.	~March	Varies
College Scholarship Program Libitzky Family Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.	~March	Varies
College Scholarship Program Colen Family Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.	~March	Varies
College Scholarship Program Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco the Peninsula Marin & Sonoma · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.	~March	Varies
College Scholarship Program The Gerald S and Miriam M Friedkin Supporting Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending a college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.	~March	Varies
College Scholarship Program Goodman Family Supporting Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.	~March	Varies
College Scholarship Program Magnes Museum Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for Jewish students.	~March	Varies
Robison Foundation - Kadimah (Moving Forward) Grant Robison Foundation for Jewish Elders · Foundation ~July · $20K – $50K Kadimah ('Moving Forward') grants of $20,000-$50,000 (potential multi-year) fund capacity building and program expansion for Portland-area Jewish-elder programming. Cycle opens May 13, closes July 1.	~July	$20K – $50K
Hesed Foundation Grant Hesed Foundation Inc · Foundation ~September · $3K – $20K The Hesed Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives that promote social justice through Tzedakah and gemilut hasadim, which emphasize justice and loving kindness.	~September	$3K – $20K
Tzedek Fund (Jews of Color) Colen Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A Jews of Color (JOC) affinity space and Federation giving circle that brings together JOC organizational professionals and lay leaders to collaboratively allocate funds.	Not published	Varies
Israel Experience Grant Jewish Federation of Omaha Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program for Israel experiences (page found but content details not provided in source material)	Not published	Varies
Creative Arts Fellowship Berkeley Hillel · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship for students interested in creative arts and Jewish engagement.	Not published	Varies
Edith and Herbert Stehberg Grant Fund of the DJCF Dallas Jewish Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Edith and Herbert Stehberg Grant Fund, established in 1993 by the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, provides four awards of $2,185 to assist local undergraduate students at accredited institutions.	Not published	$3K
Community Services & Jewish Community Grants Circle of Service Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Circle of Service Foundation offers grants to enhance community well-being, focusing on areas such as Education, Jewish Community, Medical Research, and Community Services in Cook and Lake Counties, Illinois.	Not published	Varies
DAF & Supporting Foundation Grants The Gerald S and Miriam M Friedkin Supporting Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants made available through Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) and supporting foundations administered by the Federation.	Not published	Varies
Social Justice Fellowship Berkeley Hillel · Foundation Not published · Varies A leadership opportunity for students to work with local nonprofit and advocacy organizations on social justice issues.	Not published	Varies
Enhancing Lives through Charitable Giving Grant Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Foundation, established in 1977, is dedicated to enhancing lives through charitable giving.	Not published	Varies
UJA General Operating Support Grants United Jewish Appeal-Federation of Jewish Philanthropies of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies UJA provides general operating support grants that offer critical, unrestricted dollars for organizational infrastructure and resiliency.	Not published	Varies
Chapter Educational Grants (CEF Grant) The Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Educational grants for Sigma Alpha Mu chapters	Not published	Varies

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About grants for jewish nonprofits

Jewish nonprofits draw on one of the most developed networks of dedicated funders in American philanthropy. Local and regional Jewish Federations (coordinated nationally through Jewish Federations of North America) allocate community funds, while large family foundations such as Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, the Jim Joseph Foundation, the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation, the Maimonides Fund, and the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation fund Jewish education, engagement, and community life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for jewish nonprofits award?

Of the 521 grants for jewish nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 207 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $20K. The largest is $5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for jewish nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Dallas Jewish Community Foundation (45), The Jewish Community Foundation (13), Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia (12), Oregon Jewish Community Foundation (10), and Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Inc (9). In all, 199 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for jewish nonprofits due?

Of 521 grants listed, 17 accept applications on a rolling basis, 39 have a published upcoming deadline, 191 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 274 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 62% fall in January–March.

What grants are available for Jewish nonprofits?

Grants support Jewish education and day schools, synagogue and community life, leadership development, Israel engagement, social services, and racial equity within the Jewish community. Funding flows through local Jewish Federations' annual allocations, dedicated family foundations, and collaborative funds, with both program-specific and general operating support available.

Which foundations fund the Jewish community?

Major dedicated funders include Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, the Jim Joseph Foundation, the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation, the Maimonides Fund, and the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation. Jewish Federations across the country also fund local agencies, and collaborative vehicles like the Jewish Community Response and Impact Fund have pooled resources from multiple foundations.

How do I find Jewish grant opportunities for my organization?

Start with your regional Jewish Federation, which often funds local agencies and can point you to community resources. From there, research dedicated national funders whose priorities match your mission, and use grant databases to identify foundations active in your program area. Most funders require 501(c)(3) status, and many fund within specific geographies or focus areas, so confirm eligibility before applying.

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