Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

YALA Mini-Grants

Overview: YALA Mini-Grants are designed to help young adults with new ideas for programs or resources get their passion projects off the ground.

Geographic Scope: Minneapolis/Minnesota area

Focus Areas:

  • New Jewish programs and initiatives

  • Community projects led by young adults

  • Passion projects with Jewish connection
  • What They Fund:

  • Program development and launch

  • Resource creation

  • Innovation in Jewish community engagement
  • Eligibility:

  • Young adults with new Jewish ideas

  • Projects that align with community values
  • Support Provided:

  • Financial resources

  • Marketing and promotional support

  • Additional support as needed
  • Contact Information:

  • Contact Person: Emma Dunn, YALA Manager

  • Email: Available through jewishminneapolis.org
  • Background: Examples of funded projects include Heritage Judaica, Multiracial Jewish Association of Minnesota, Folk Will Save Us Podcast, and Liderbukh (a digital resource for Yiddish folk songs).

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Specific application steps not detailed in provided content. To apply:

    1. Contact Emma Dunn, YALA Manager
    2. Email jewishminneapolis.org with inquiry
    3. Discuss your new Jewish project idea
    4. Receive guidance and support with project development

    Required Materials: Not specified in provided content

    Contact: Email Emma Dunn, YALA Manager for more information and application details.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    jewishyouth-programs

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