Lester & Annette Goldschmidt Hillel Scholarship Grant

The Lester & Annette Goldschmidt Hillel Scholarship, administered by the Oregon Jewish Community Foundation, offers financial support to Jewish students from Oregon attending the University of Oregon. Established by the Goldschmidts' children, this scholarship aims to assist two students each year in pursuing higher education. The foundation promotes philanthropy and community engagement, ensuring that Jewish students have access to resources that empower their educational journeys and foster a thriving Jewish community.

Oregon Jewish Community Foundation
The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation (OJCF) is a regional community foundation dedicated to building and promoting a culture of philanthropy across Oregon and Southwest Washington. OJCF envisions a future where individuals are empowered as philanthropists and changemakers, connecting people, passion, and resources to strengthen community life. Its funding priorities focus on supporting educational, cultural, health, religious, and social service initiatives that benefit the Jewish community, as well as providing grants, scholarships, and philanthropic tools that help individuals and organizations achieve long-term impact.
The Lester & Annette Goldschmidt Hillel Scholarship provides financial assistance to Jewish students who are residents of Oregon and enrolled at the University of Oregon. Established by the Goldschmidts’ children, the program awards two scholarships to support students pursuing their higher education.

Eligibility

Have lived in Oregon or Clark County, WA for at least 12 months before registering for college.Moved to Oregon or Clark County, WA for reasons other than to attend college.Claimed as a dependent by someone who meets the above criteria or are financially independent and meet the above criteria.Permanent U.S. resident and meet the above criteria.Nonresident are considered if:Enrolled in college at least half-time within 12 months of moving to Oregon or Clark County, WA.Caimed as a dependent by someone who is not a resident.Pimary source of financial support comes from someone living outside Oregon or Clark County, WA.