Mack Ness Fund - Stanley Stone Special Grant
Funding Amount
$5,000
Deadline
November 24, 2026
229 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Mack Ness Fund - Stanley Stone Special Grant
Funder: The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ
Award Amount: $5,000 annual award
Geographic Scope: Negev region, Israel
Background: The Mack Ness Fund was established in 2005 based on a unique inheritance from Mack Ness, a Jewish farmer from New Jersey. The fund supports economic and demographic development of the Negev, particularly among young populations. The Stanley Stone Special Grant was named after the fund's founding director.
- Researches and designs a new, creative, and innovative solution to a social or economic problem unique to the Negev
- Involves collaborative efforts among organizations and a strong lead young individual
- Demonstrates efforts to attract additional funders for their ideas and solutions
- Is associated with an NGO or amuta (registered nonprofit organization in Israel)
Funding Focus
This annual award supports a selected outstanding Negev resident who:- Applicant must be a resident of the Negev region
- Must be associated with an NGO or amuta (registered nonprofit)
- All organizations applying must: - Be a registered amuta in Israel - Have Nihul Takin status with the Registrar of NGOs (Rasham HaAmutot)
Eligibility Requirements
Contact Information
Odelia Karutchi Director, Mack Ness Fund Phone: 054-6112275 Email: odelia@jfedgmw.org.ilHow to Apply
Application Process
Submission Format: No more than two pages in English, plus attachments
Submission Method: Email to Odelia Karutchi (odelia@jfedgmw.org.il)
Required Information
1. Applicant Contact Information
- Name and email of applicant
2. Innovator Idea
- What is the problem or challenge you seek to address?
- What are your short-term and long-term visions for the success of your idea or project?
- Have you created any similar projects?
3. Geographic Focus
- Which cities/towns/regional councils will be targeted?
4. Partnership
- Do you plan to have partner organizations on this project?
- Describe the current and proposed role of the partners
5. Timeline
- What is the timeline of operation for this program?
6. Budget
- What is the program's overall (full) budget?
- What is the specific request from the Mack Ness Fund?
- What are potentially leveraged funds (if relevant)?
- List any other known or potential partners for funding
7. Organization Information
- Organization name and address
- Amuta status in Israel (renewal date)
Required Attachments
- Recommendation Letters: No more than three letters of recommendation
- Resume: Current resume with a short paragraph about yourself and your journey
- Personal Statement: Explain why the problem you seek to address is important to you and the "why" behind starting this initiative
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