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
The Miriam Fund
Location:
Boston, Massachusetts
Where It Funds:
Massachusetts (both Jewish and secular) and Israel (with a focus on the greater Haifa community).
What It Funds:
Innovative projects that deliver measurable and sustainable outcomes for the advancement of self-identified women and/or girls, and address one or more of the following areas: education, economic empowerment, health, legal rights, and/or personal safety.
Grant Sizes and Duration:
One-year grants up to $25,000. Following a first-year grant, an organization may be considered for renewal for up to two additional consecutive years.
When to Apply:
Letters of intent open once a year.
Application Process:
Submit a letter of intent; they will then contact you if they wish you to submit a full proposal.
Women of Vision
Location:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Where It Funds:
Greater Philadelphia and Israel (in alternating years). Organizations that impact the Philadelphia community with a national footprint or headquarters outside Philadelphia are also eligible to apply.
What It Funds:
Priority areas (all impacting women and girls) are health and safety, financial security, and empowerment.
Grant Sizes and Duration:
Most grants are two-year and range in size from $45,000-$72,000. It also has awarded one-year grants ranging in size from $17,328—$30,000.
When to Apply:
Visit website for details.
Application Process:
Open request for proposals
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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
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