Mack Ness Fund Stanley Stone Special Grant (Me'oravut Hevratit Award)
Funding Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Mack Ness Fund Stanley Stone Special Grant
Geographic Scope: Negev region, Israel
Focus Areas: Social and economic innovation in the Negev region
Award Purpose: This annual award supports an outstanding Negev resident who develops creative and innovative solutions to social or economic problems unique to the Negev.
Eligibility Requirements:
Award Details:
Background:
The Mack Ness Fund was established in 2005 from the legacy of Mack Ness, a Jewish farmer from New Jersey. The fund aims to support economic and demographic development of the Negev, particularly among young populations.
Contact Information:
How to Apply
Application Process for Stanley Stone Special Grant
Submission Requirements:
Applications must include the following information in no more than two pages in English, plus attachments:
1. Applicant Information:
- Name and email of applicant
2. Innovator Idea (required):
- 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 (required):
- Which cities/towns/regional councils will be targeted?
4. Partnership (required):
- Do you plan to have partner organizations on this project?
- Describe the current and proposed role of the partners
5. Timeline (required):
- What is the timeline of operation for this program?
6. Budget (required):
- 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)?
- Please list any other known or potential partners for funding
7. Organization Information (required):
- Organization name and address
- Amuta status in Israel (with renewal date)
Required Attachments:
- Recommendation letters: No more than three (3) letters of recommendation
- Resume: Current resume with a short paragraph about yourself and your journey
- Personal Statement: Explanation of why the problem you seek to address is important to you and the 'why' behind starting this initiative
Submission Instructions:
Send completed applications to:
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