Family Education Grants

From Harold Grinspoon Foundation

The Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) was established in Springfield, Massachusetts and serves to enhance Jewish and community life in Western Massachusetts and around the world.

Type of Support

Overview

The Family Education Grants program aims to foster a vibrant Jewish community by funding Jewish organizations that provide informal, creative education and experiential learning to engage families. These grants support organizations in developing programs that resonate with their specific constituencies, focusing on engaging families in Jewish activities. Eligible organizations may receive funding covering up to 70% of their program’s total cost, with a maximum of $10,000. However, the grant does not cover payroll taxes, bonuses, or benefits.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
MA (Berkshire County, Franklin County, Hampden County, Hampshire County), VT (Bennington County, Windham County)
Organization Type
Jewish organizations such as synagogues, day schools, Jewish early childhood centers, nonprofit organizations
Organizations classified as 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2)
Other
  • Located in Western Massachusetts (Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties)
  • Located in Southern Vermont (Bennington and Windham counties)
  • Offers Jewish education programs for families
  • Has a formal system for tracking program attendance
  • Holds at least four unique events or several recurring events during the grant period
  • Engages families or parents through education programs
  • Offers creative Jewish education or experiential learning events
  • Focus on Jewish themes such as Tikkun Olam, Tzedakah, Jewish holidays, rituals, culture, spirituality, Israel

Ineligibility

Organizations that plan to use Rekindle Shabbat or Jewish Community Grants for any of the programming listed in the application.
up to 10k

Submission

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