How much funding does Peter Chortek Leadership Award Grant provide?

Peter Chortek Leadership Award Grant provides Up to US $9,540 in funding.

When is the deadline for Peter Chortek Leadership Award Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Peter Chortek Leadership Award Grant

Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego

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Funding Amount

Up to US $9,540

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Are currently in high school, and have been involved with your project for at least one year prior to application.

Other requirements

Have organized and led an extraordinary tikkun olam project that has benefited others, your neighborhood, the community, the environment, or the world.
Have demonstrated initiative, passion and positive spirit, and have inspired others to make a difference.
Have created awareness about your issue, cause, or project.
Have a long-term vision for the growth and sustainability of your work.

Overview

Peter Chortek Leadership Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Jewish Community Foundation Of San Diego
Amount: Up to US $9,540
Last Updated: October 30, 2025

Summary

The Peter Chortek Leadership Award honors Jewish high school students in San Diego who demonstrate outstanding leadership and commitment to community service through tikkun olam. Awardees receive a $9,000 stipend, $540 to set up a Donor Advised Fund, and a professional video showcasing their project. This award encourages students to create or enhance community initiatives, fostering engagement in social justice and service projects.

Overview

The Peter Chortek Leadership Award recognizes Jewish high school students in San Diego who are making a difference in our community by taking tikkun olam to the next level through their innovative leadership and passion. Award recipients will receive: $9,000 Stipend$540 to establish a Donor Advised Fund at the Jewish Community FoundationProfessional Video about the recipient’s project Competitive applicants for this award have dedicated significant time and intention to: Creating a new project or program to improve his/her community, or;Enhancing an existing project or program through innovation and community building, or;Inspiring large numbers of their peers to get involved in service projects or social justice programs.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Have organized and led an extraordinary tikkun olam project that has benefited others, your neighborhood, the community, the environment, or the world.Have demonstrated initiative, passion and positive spirit, and have inspired others to make a difference.Have created awareness about your issue, cause, or project.Have a long-term vision for the growth and sustainability of your work.Are currently in high school, and have been involved with your project for at least one year prior to application.

What Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 774
Total given: $148.05M
Median grant: $25K
Range: $5,030–$31.03M

By dollars: California 54%, Massachusetts 22%, New York 13%. Top recipient cities: San Diego, CA; New York, NY; Washington, DC.
100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
28% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.