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Marsha Kivowitz Scholarship Fund of the DJCF Grant

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation

Funding Amount

US $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Overview

The Marsha Kivowitz Scholarship Fund, established by Stacey and Donald Kivowitz in memory of Marsha Kivowitz, offers a $600 scholarship for local undergraduate students pursuing degrees in education. This fund, managed by the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, aims to support students who demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to a career in education, contributing to the empowerment of the Greater Dallas Jewish community. The scholarship reflects the Foundation's dedication to fostering educational opportunities and community enhancement.

Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
The Dallas Jewish Community Foundation (DJCF) is a philanthropic organization dedicated to strengthening and empowering the Greater Dallas Jewish community and the broader region through strategic charitable giving. Established to help individuals, families, and organizations achieve their philanthropic goals, the Foundation manages a wide range of donor-advised funds, endowments, scholarships, and community grants that support education, social services, health, Jewish life, and cultural enrichment.
DJCF’s mission emphasizes tikkun olam—repairing the world—by fostering generosity, ensuring the long-term sustainability of vital community institutions, and improving quality of life for people of all backgrounds. Guided by Jewish values, the Foundation serves as a trusted partner in philanthropy, connecting donors with meaningful causes, supporting innovative programs, and investing in initiatives that create lasting, positive impact throughout Greater Dallas and beyond.
This scholarship was established by Stacey and Donald Kivowitz in memory of Marsha Kivowitz (obm), supports local undergraduate students pursuing a degree in education. The award is intended for students who have demonstrated strong academic excellence and are committed to building a career in the field of education.

What Dallas Jewish Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
579
Total given
$52.91M
Median grant
$19K
Range
$5,100–$9.9M
  • By dollars: Texas 51%, Indiana 19%, New York 14%. Top recipient cities: Dallas, TX; New York, NY; Austin, TX.
  • 4% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 41% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Jewish
  • Teachers

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