Stanley Stone Special Grant (Mack Ness Fund)
Funding Amount
$5,000
Deadline
November 24, 2026
230 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Stanley Stone Special Grant
Funder: The Mack Ness Fund (part of Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ)
Geographic Scope: Negev region, Israel
Background: The Mack Ness Fund was established in 2005 through an inheritance from Mack Ness, a Jewish farmer from New Jersey, to support economic and demographic development of the Negev. This annual award is named for Stanley Stone, the fund's founding director.
Award Amount: $5,000 annually
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Contact Information:
Headquarters: Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ, 901 Route 10, P.O. Box 929, Whippany, NJ 07981-0929
How to Apply
Application Process for Stanley Stone Special Grant
Submission Requirements:
- Phone: 054-6112275
- Email: odelia@jfedgmw.org.il
Required Information:
1. Applicant Details:
- Name and email of applicant
2. Innovator Idea (narrative section):
- 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?
- List 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 and renewal date
Required Attachments:
1. Recommendation letters: No more than three letters of recommendation
2. Resume: Current resume with a short paragraph about yourself and your journey
3. 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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