The Howard and Geraldine Polinger Family Foundation aims to improve the quality of life for families and communities through supporting innovative projects and successful ongoing programs. It focuses on engaging in Jewish life, supporting arts and culture, and strengthening families and society.
The Polinger Family Foundation's grant program supports the broad goal of making performing arts an integral part of individual, family, and community life, with a keen interest in promoting engagement, appreciation, and the pursuit of excellence in the performing arts. It aims to support greater exploration and appreciation among new audiences, enhance arts education and performances in disadvantaged communities, and nurture talented, emerging artists. Additionally, it seeks to showcase Jewish arts and culture by supporting programs that celebrate Jewish artistic achievements, preserve Jewish heritage, and enhance Jewish performing arts. The Foundation offers grants for general operating and project support, particularly favoring innovative approaches and new initiatives that emphasize long-term impact, encourage organizational sustainability, and invest in systems-building to strengthen fields. While it generally does not accept requests for capital and endowment grants, such decisions are at the Trustees' discretion.