Grants for Jewish Nonprofits provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Sara and Max Goldsammler Scholarship Fund Funder: Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey Award Structure: - First Place: $1,000 - Second Place: $500 - Third Place: $300 - Total Awards: Three…
Scaling Impact Grants Funder: Foundation for Jewish Camp Status: Active (first cohort announced April 2025) Geographic Scope: North America (Jewish day and overnight camps) Total Funding: $40,000 per…
Schultz Engagement and Leadership Fellowship Overview: A fellowship combining efforts to engage first-year and upper-class students through peer-to-peer engagement and leadership development.…
Selim and Rachel Benin Scholarships Overview: Scholarships for economically disadvantaged, academically gifted college students pursuing graduate academic degrees in scientific fields. Key Details: -…
Seymour Siegel Youth Achievement Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Seymour Siegel Youth Achievement Award, offered by the Jewish…
Shapira Grants Funder: St. Paul Jewish Federation Focus Areas: Organizations and projects in Israel benefiting the State of Israel Geographic Scope: Israel, specifically partner organizations in the…
Sheva Early Childhood Directors Institute Overview: A comprehensive leadership training program for early childhood education (ECE) directors at JCCs, designed to equip them with critical resources,…
Shidduch Incentive Program Status: Program ran from 2004-2009 (5 years); appears to be concluded as of the content date. Overview: STAR-K's Shidduch Incentive Program offered a cash gift to…
Shteigers Overview: While in Israel, take advantage of Oorah's many programs and stipends available to help you maximize your year. Geographic Scope: Israel Focus Areas: Jewish learning and…
Sidney & Diane Slotznick Holocaust Education Fund Funder: Jewish Community Foundation of Central PA Geographic Scope: Central Pennsylvania Focus Areas: Holocaust education Contact Information: -…
Signature & Ignition Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Covenant Foundation Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Covenant Foundation's Signature & Ignition Grants celebrate…
Simcha Fund - Bar Mitzvah Overview: Tov V'Chesed's Simcha Fund provides financial assistance to orphaned boys to celebrate their bar mitzvah with dignity and joy. Focus: Bar mitzvah support for…
Simcha Fund - Wedding Overview: Tov V'Chesed's Simcha Fund provides financial assistance to orphaned brides to ensure they can celebrate their wedding day with dignity and joy. Focus: Wedding support…
Singer Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Jewish Community Foundation Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Singer Foundation Scholarship, offered by the Oregon Jewish…
Slifka Arts Grants Funder: Joseph Slifka Center for Jewish Life at Yale Overview: The Slifka Center supports Yale's student artists through the Slifka Arts Grant program. These grants fund on-campus…
Social Justice Fellowship Overview: A leadership opportunity for students to work with local nonprofit and advocacy organizations on social justice issues. Details: - Focus Areas: Poverty, climate…
Sol Shulman Jewish Education and Life Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Amount: US $3,000 - US $8,200 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Sol Shulman Jewish…
Solomon and Rebecca Topletz Scholarship Fund of the SWCF Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dallas Jewish Community Foundation Amount: US $1,305 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Solomon and…
Spring Grant Cycle - Large Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: JWF of New Jersey Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Jewish Women’s Foundation of New Jersey (JWF) aims to…
Springboard Fellowship Program Overview: A two-year fellowship program for young Jewish professionals interested in becoming leaders and changemakers in Jewish life on college campuses. Fellows work…