The Samuel Bronfman Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a Second Stage Growth Fund. This fund will offer an opportunity for organizations in the post start-up phase of development to apply for general operating funding, which will help them successfully adapt their organizational structure to fit shifting and expanding needs. A recent report, generated by Bikkurim: An Incubator for New Jewish Ideas and supported in part by The Samuel Bronfman Foundation, notes that many innovative organizations that have injected new energy into Jewish life by offering alternative and relevant programming are now transitioning into a post start-up phase that requires, among other things, larger annual budgets and a greater investment in infrastructure. “Our mission is to create a Jewish … Continue Reading
Gates Foundation Seeks Proposals to “Help Change the Narrative on Foreign Aid”
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has announced a call for communications proposals to “help change the narrative on foreign aid.” For its first-ever Grand Challenges Explorations in communications, the Foundation plans to fund up to 10 “game-changing ideas” that creatively use communications to “motivate the public in the wealthy countries of the world to change their minds about aid, and take actions to demonstrate their support.” What We are Looking For: If we, as a global community, are to succeed in ending extreme hunger and poverty and improving the health of the poorest, we must find ground-breaking ways to gather and share stories of aid working well. We must bring the data behind those stories to life. And we must do it on a global scale, making it relevant to … Continue Reading
Natan Fund 2013 Grant Application Process Open
Natan is proud to announce that the application process for Natan's 2013 grants is now open! We've made several changes to our grant areas for the 2013 Grants, all of which are explained below. Now Open for Applications: Natan is now accepting initial Letters of Inquiry (LOI) from new applicants in two program areas: Emerging Models of Jewish Connection in North America and Jewish Peoplehood. All of the necessary information (and a new FAQ page) can be found on the Grants pages of our website. Organizations may apply for grants of up to $50,000; LOIs are due by noon ET on Monday, April 23, 2012. Following a multi-stage application process, grantees will be notified of their awards by January 31, 2013. Emerging Models of Jewish Connection in North America grants support innovative approaches … Continue Reading
Pseifas (Mosaic) Launches 2nd Round of Matching Grants
Pseifas, A Matching Grant Program Promoting Jewish Renewal in Israel, has launched a 2nd round of grants. The Pseifas initiative seeks to increase significantly the number of Israeli donors involved in Jewish renewal in Israel by offering up to NIS 1,800,000 ($500,000) in matching grants for Israeli donations in this sphere. Pseifas will match donations to organizations at a one-to-one ratio, from a minimum of NIS 40,000 to a maximum of NIS 200,000 per organization. Additional information, including a timeline, can be found on the program website. (in English, in Hebrew). Pseifas is an initiative of AVI CHAI and UJA-Federation of New York in collaboration with Tmura - The Israeli Public Service Venture Fund and the Jewish Funders Network. … Continue Reading
Joshua Venture: You Dream It. We Fund It. Apply Now!
What is your vision for creating a more dynamic, just, and inclusive Jewish community? Do you have an idea to transform Jewish education, spiritual practice, or cultural experience? Apply now for Joshua Venture Group's Dual Investment Program and receive over $100,000 in funding, technical support, and skills development to grow your groundbreaking idea into a sustainable venture that will transform the Jewish landscape. Realize Your Vision Over 2 years, the Dual Investment Program provides social entrepreneurs with: Funding - $40,000/year in unrestricted funding and $7,000/year in professional & organizational development support. Skills Building - Annual retreats, workshops, and individual coaching for more effective leadership. Connection - The JVG community and its networks … Continue Reading
Moishe House and Repair the World Partner on New House
Moishe House and Repair the World are poised to open the first Moishe House dedicated to service. This house has the potential to open anywhere in the U.S. and they are currently looking for applicants. Application Deadline is April 17, 2012. For additional information, or to apply, contact Rebecca Karp, East Coast Regional Director, rebecca.karp@moishehouse.org. … Continue Reading
Jewish Animation Company Announces Summer Artist Residency Program
The world was created in only six days. We think we can handle six films. The award-winning Jewish non-profit production company G-dcast has announced Studio G-dcast, and opened up the application process for this summer artists’ residency to take place at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco. Over the week of August 12-17, 2012, six student animators and six storytellers will come together for an intensive residency that combines art and Jewish learning. Animator-storyteller chevrutas - the Hebrew word for study pairs - will adapt classic Jewish texts into six short films. The program is free of charge to participants, who will receive travel, lodging and intensive training and studio experiences in animated storytelling from a talented staff of educators. “We’re looking for … Continue Reading
Apply Now for JDC’s 2012-2013 Service Corps
New York, February 13, 2012 -- The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) is now accepting applications for its 2012-2013 Jewish Service Corps (JSC) through March 15, 2012 at jdc.org/jsc. JSC is a year-long, paid, professional opportunity for recent college graduates and young professionals to travel overseas and play a hands-on role in addressing global Jewish and humanitarian challenges. By engaging in a variety of community-building, educational, cultural, and development-related programs, JSC fellows gain an unparalleled understanding of pressing issues and simultaneously build awareness about their work while in the field and upon their return. JDC currently has twenty-five JSC fellows serving in 11 countries: Argentina, Ethiopia, China, Germany, India, Israel, Latvia, Russia, … Continue Reading
Spend Next Year Volunteering in a Predominantly Ethiopian Israeli Neighborhood
Are you interested in making a difference in Israel? The Yahel Social Change Program gives Jewish young adults an unparalleled opportunity to live, learn and volunteer alongside Israelis in a predominantly Ethiopian Israeli neighborhood. Interested? Applications are now open (program dates September 2012 - June 2013). Our first deadline is April 1, 2012 (*preference will be given to early applicants). Click here to apply. Program Highlights Live as part of the local Ethiopian Israeli community and experience the community's culture, tradition and way of life Volunteer with a grassroots organization to learn first hand about social change and community empowerment, and contribute in a sustainable manner to these efforts through direct service Grow professionally by teaching in the local … Continue Reading
ROI Community Kicks Off 2012 Recruitment
Seeking Best and Brightest Jewish Innovators for 2012 ROI Global Summit Jerusalem - February 1, 2012: Seeking to identify 150 of the most passionate and creative activists to change the Jewish world and beyond, ROI Community today kicks off recruitment for the 2012 Global Summit. Specifically, ROI is looking for 20- and 30-somethings who are leading initiatives in social action, environmental activism, arts and culture, media and technology, education, social justice, Israel advocacy and Jewish peoplehood, to join its 700-strong network in 50 countries. The Summit, ROI’s flagship program, will be held in Jerusalem, June 10-14, 2012. “We are reaching out to ROI Community members, strategic partners in the Jewish, social entrepreneurial and philanthropic worlds, and others, to refer the best … Continue Reading
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