The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is pleased to share several opportunities to receive funding. Below, you will find information about our various funds, which support unique areas of focus. As you will see, applications for our main funds are now open or opening soon.

Jewish Community Fund
Apply Now: Applications Open Through Dec. 4

The Jewish Community Fund (JCF), the core of the Jewish Federation’s Annual Campaign, supports organizations working locally, in Israel, and around the world to address critical communal priorities. Grants will primarily be general operating support with additional capacity-building initiatives being awarded as funds allow. All proposals are evaluated based on alignment with the Jewish Federation’s mission, demonstrated community impact, fiscal health, and measurable outcomes.

If you would like to be considered for the Jewish Community Fund, you can reach out to grants@jewishphilly.org. To learn more, click here.

Women of Vision Fund
Apply Now: Applications Open Through Nov. 20

Women of Vision, Philadelphia’s Jewish Women’s Foundation, impacts the lives of self-identifying Jewish women and girls across generations and geographic boundaries through strategic grantmaking, advocacy and educational programs leading to social change and social justice.

The Women of Vision Fund is an endowment fund which alternates annually between awarding grants to organizations in Greater Philadelphia and in Israel. Women of Vision will be considering proposals from national and local organizations that impact the Greater Philadelphia area for funding in FY27 and FY28.

The committee will consider grants based on the following priority areas: health and safety, financial security, and empowerment that impact Jewish women and girls. To learn more about the Women of Vision Fund and apply, click here. To contact Women of Vision with questions about the fund, please click here to fill out this brief contact form. 

Jewish Federation Real Estate Fund
Apply Now: Applications Open Through Nov. 20

The Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE) Fund significantly contributes toward tangible and enduring capital needs aligned with the Jewish Federation’s priorities.

The JFRE Fund provides grants to Jewish-focused nonprofits specifically for real estate and capital improvement needs.

For FY27, JFRE is prioritizing grants for security-related infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing the safety for those utilizing the funded properties. Non-security related proposals may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

To learn more about the JFRE Fund and to apply, click here.

Bernard and Etta Weinberg Family Fund
Invitation Only: Applications Open Through Nov. 20

The Bernard and Etta Weinberg Family Fund is currently the largest restricted fund of the Jewish Federation with approximately $23.8 million in assets and $9.8 million granted since 2010. The fund directs money to support programs Etta cared most about: geriatric counseling and care management (50% of grant), older adults (33% of grant), and Jewish education (16% of grant).

Requests for support must align with one of the three identified areas above and identify specific and measurable outcomes. Health and human services in Israel will also be considered if funds are available.

If you would like to be considered for the Weinberg Fund, you can reach out to grants@jewishphilly.org.

Need-Based Camp Scholarships Fund

Invitation Only: Applications Open Through Nov. 20

This funding is provided through the Jewish Community Fund, detailed above.  If you received scholarship funding for summer 2025 and/or are requesting funds for summer 2026, the application will also serve as a report for last summer. 

If you would like to be considered for the Need-Based Camp Scholarship Fund, you can reach out to grants@jewishphilly.org.

Capacity Building Grants

Invitation Only: Opens in December 2025

The Capacity Building process is a separate, targeted opportunity opening in December 2025 focused on improving mental health outcomes across Greater Philadelphia. It focuses on strengthening organizational infrastructure and regional systems to ensure long-term sustainability and impact. Mental health and wellbeing needs are rising, especially among youth, older adults and caregivers. Strengthening organizational capacity and collaboration is critical to sustain adaptive, community-serving institutions.

Applicants may apply for general operating and capacity building grants through the Jewish Community Fund, mentioned above, if eligible. Separate applications are required.

If you would like to be considered for the Capacity Building Grants, you can reach out to grants@jewishphilly.org.

YEAR-ROUND GRANT OPPORTUNITIES 

The following two microgrants provide fiscal support throughout the year, subject to availability of funds:

Neighborhood Kehillot Microgrants
Rolling Applications

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s neighborhood Kehillot offer microgrants to organizations looking to host community-wide programs.

These grants aim to support a vibrant, diverse and connected Jewish community in Greater Philadelphia.

To learn more about eligibility and to apply for a microgrant, click here.

Center to Combat Antisemitism Microgrants
Rolling Applications

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Center to Combat Antisemitism, led by the Jewish Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), is offering microgrants for organizations seeking to host one-time, non-recurring programs or events that raise awareness about the reality of antisemitism and equip the community with tools and knowledge to combat it.

These grants aim to support innovative, community-driven initiatives that foster dialogue, strengthen advocacy efforts, and promote unity across diverse communities.

To learn more about eligibility and to apply for a microgrant, click here.

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The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia has long been guided by our mission of mobilizing financial and volunteer resources to address the communities’ most critical priorities locally, in Israel and elsewhere around the world.

To advance this mission, the Jewish Federation operates various grant funds which partner with organizations that share our values and offer programs that sustain members of our communities, strengthen connections to Jewish life, and promote a universal responsibility for Jews both in Israel and across the globe. To learn more, visit jewishphilly.org/grants or contact grants@jewishphilly.org.