Additional Gender Equity Funders
The Hadassah Foundation is able to fund only a fraction of the many needs in the field. Fortunately, a number of other foundations share our commitment to advancing gender equity in Israel and the U.S. Jewish community. Below is information shared by other funders that accept proposals from organizations working in this area. If you represent a foundation or giving circle that would like to be included on this page — or if you would like to suggest other resources for grantseekers — please fill out this form and contact us. For additional information about the funders listed below, please contact them directly; the Hadassah Foundation does not field requests for other foundations.
Other Funding Opportunities
Elluminate
Location:
New York City
Where It Funds:
Locally, nationally, and internationally
What It Funds:
All grant funds are through The Collective, its cohort-based leadership program. The Collective strengthens the skills and connections of Jewish entrepreneurial women nonprofit executives working for social change. The Collective provides a platform for its members to have their work amplified; increase their visibility; grow their professional skills and networks; and interact with feminist philanthropists. Those who are selected receive grant funding for their organization, participate in cohort meetings held on Zoom over an 18-month period, and attend several in-person retreats.
Grant Sizes and Duration:
Participants’ organizations receive a one-year $20,000 grant to be used for general operating or capacity-building. In addition, participants receive up to $5,000 to use for personal professional development.
When to Apply:
Applications usually open in the fall.
Application Process:
Open request for applications.
Website: https://elluminatewomen.org/
Jewish Women’s Foundation at Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County
Location:
Palm Beach, Florida
Where It Funds:
Florida and Israel
What It Funds:
“Our vision is for a world where gender is not a barrier to safety or success and where women and girls have equal social, political, economic and religious opportunities.” Both Jewish and secular organizations are eligible. Funding priorities change annually.
Grant Sizes and Duration:
Grants last two years and are up to $10,000 per year.
When to Apply:
July-November (see details below).
Application Process:
The foundation publishes a request for letters of intent in mid-July, with a September deadline. Organizations that are invited then submit an application due mid-November. Grants are announced in February.
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Hadassah Foundation's Approach
We support organizations that work through a gender lens and that are creating social change. Learn what that means and about our grantmaking practices. Read more
Meet Our Grantees
Our grant recipients in Israel and the United States address a variety of issues affecting those who identify as women and girls. Learn about our current and past grant recipients. Read More