Federation Announces New Grant Opportunities

As a result of a new initiative arising out of recent Community Forums, the Jewish Federation of the North Shore (JFNS) announces a new grant opportunity available to all North Shore synagogues and Jewish agencies for innovative programming with meaningful Jewish impact. A grant pool totaling $40,000 has been allocated for the 2010-11 initiative.

Beginning September 1, grant applications will be available on this website for the first grant cycle with a November 1 deadline. The second deadline will be May 1, 2011. All grant applications must be a collaborative effort among at least two North Shore Jewish 501-C3 organizations. Programs must focus on one the following four strategic priorities identified through the Community Forums: 
 
1.      Engaging the Next Generation in Jewish Life
2.      Inspiring Adult Jewish Education
3.      Caring for the Most Vulnerable
4.      Connecting with Jewish Culture

Applications will be reviewed by a committee of community members chaired by Cory Schauer.  Grant questions can be directed to Kimberlee Schumacher at kimberleeschumacher@yahoo.com.

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