Kadimah (Moving Forward) Grants

Mission: Enhance the lives of elders in the Jewish community of greater Portland by supporting their social, spiritual, and physical well-being.

Geographic Scope: Greater Portland, Oregon area

Focus Areas:

• New projects and activities for Jewish elders
• Expansion and enhancement of existing programs that address community priority needs
• Thoughtful, strategic, capacity-building planning to expand services for elders
• Programs addressing:
  • Social gatherings and community building
  • Transportation
  • Inter-generational programming
  • Programming accessibility, consistency, and choices
  • Cross-collaboration among organizations
  • Programming that addresses elders' social, spiritual and health needs
  • Financial assistance for under-resourced elders

Background: Named for Hannah Robison, whose sons provided funding for the nursing facility. Foundation expects to allocate $1.5 million annually within 1-2 years.

Contact Information:

• Email: info@rfje.org
• Phone: 503-974-3849
• Address: 1618 SW First Ave Suite 350, Portland, OR 97201
• EIN: 04-3774565
• Website: rfje.org

Application Process

1. Download Application: Download the Kadimah application form from the Prospective Grantees page
2. Submit Application: Submit completed application through the grants portal
3. Review Timeline: Applications reviewed by Foundation staff and board
4. Notification: Applicants notified of decisions by stated deadline

Application Materials: Specific required materials listed in application form (not detailed in provided website content)

Note: As of December 2025, the Foundation is not accepting new proposals and has launched a year-long listening project. Check website for next cycle announcement.