Mack Ness Fund (קרן נס) - Annual Grants for Negev Development
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
September 30, 2026
175 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Mack Ness Fund (קרן נס) - Annual Grants for Negev Development
Funder: The Mack Ness Fund, established within the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ
Background: The fund was established in 2005 following a unique legacy from Mack Ness, a special Jewish farmer from New Jersey. Before his death, Mr. Ness met with Stanley Stone of the MetroWest Federation in New Jersey to request assistance in leaving his fortune for the benefit of the State of Israel and rural regions, particularly the Negev.
Mission: To assist with economic and demographic development of the Negev, with particular focus on young populations.
Geographic Scope: Negev region, Israel
Funding Areas
The fund awards annual grants to support socio-economic initiatives operated by:
Focus Sectors (Past Support Includes):
Application Cycle
Annual Timeline:
Additional Fund: Loan Program
In parallel with the grants program, the Mack Ness Fund operates a loan fund for small and medium businesses in partnership with the Jewish Agency and Miami Federation.
Loan Fund Details:
Contact Information
Leadership:
- Email: RCarniol@jfedgmw.org
- Email: odelia@jfedgmw.org.il
Headquarters: Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ
How to Apply
Application Process for Mack Ness Fund Grants
#### Stage 1: Letter of Intent (LOI)
1. Submission Timeline:
- Call published annually in September
- Submit LOI describing initiative principles according to call criteria
2. Required Content:
- Letter of Intent must outline key initiative principles
- Must align with criteria specified in the annual call for proposals
#### Stage 2: Full Project Card (for initiatives passing initial screening)
1. Preparation:
- Projects passing Stage 1 screening are invited to submit full Project Card
- Applicants may attend open house event in September for guidance
2. Required Information:
- Detailed budget
- Additional resources
- Measurement targets
- Proof of organization viability
- Proof of initiative continuity
- Additional relevant details
#### Stage 3: Board Presentation (for finalists)
1. Invitation:
- Selected initiatives invited to meet with Board members
- Meetings held annually in February (Board visits Israel)
2. Presentation Requirements:
- Detailed presentation in English
- Prepare to answer questions from board members
#### Open House Information Sessions
- When: September annually at fund offices
- Where: Kibbutz Shuval, Israel
- Available: Detailed explanations about the fund, application process, question-and-answer session, consultation on application writing
- Check: Website and social media for exact dates
#### Submission Information
- Contact for questions and submissions: - Odelia Karutchi, Director, Mack Ness Fund - Email: odelia@jfedgmw.org.il - Or: Rini Carniol, RCarniol@jfedgmw.org
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