Awards of $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International book authors for new or soon-to-be-published nonfiction books on Jewish subjects. In addition, winners will receive free marketing and promotion assistance. Awards are available for books that involve themes that align with the Fund's focus areas, such as rein­vent­ing J...

Grants of up to 20,000 Euros per year to Israel nonprofits for projects that will encourage equal opportunities for all sectors of Israeli society. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that facilitate dialogue between groups of different backgrounds or engage marginalized and un...

Scholarships to Minneapolis Metropolitan Area, Minnesota Jewish young adults between the ages of 18 to 30 to participate in educational programs in Israel. Qualifying programs are administered by nonprofit organizations and have a duration of at least two months. This scholarship is not needs-based.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, museums, and historical societies for programs, projects, and activities that promote increased understanding and awareness of Jewish history in the Southern United States. There are three different grant funding opportunities available: 1) The Pr...

Grants of $1,000 to New Mexico Jewish high school and college students for financial assistance to participate in an educational trip to Israel. Funding will only be provided for students to attend trips that are under the auspices of a recognized Jewish organization. Applicants going on a first-time organized peer experi...

Grants to Israel and Europe medical institutions, social institutions, associations, and nonprofit organizations for social and medical programs serving survivors of the Holocaust, with priority to Jewish victims from France. Applicants are required to contact Foundation staff regarding project eligibility prior to submitt...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofits, for-profits, state and local governments, school districts, and faith-based organizations for conceptual and early stage support of behavioral, biomedical, and clinical research projects. Required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Applications are a...

Grants to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations for activities in the areas of urban affairs, Jewish life, biomedical research, and education. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry in order to receive an invitation to apply. The Foundation welcomes inquiries aligning with the following program areas: Urban Affair...

Grants and support to USA, Canada, and UK Jewish individuals who are planning to immigrate to Israel and settle in the northern region. Applications are invited from individuals who are well-suited for living in the North from a social, educational, and professional perspective. In addition to possible financial support, t...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Jewish individuals seeking assistance and information about moving to Israel. The purpose of this program is to assist Jews from North, Central, and South America who are making Aliya to Israel. The Cyrus Foundation provides financial assistance to those who need assistance in shipp...

Grants of up to $2,000 to Tennessee Jewish high school and college students in Nashville and Middle Tennessee to attend programs in Israel. Applications will be evaluated according to the student's achievements and motivations. Students who receive this grant will agree to the following requirements: 1) Volunteer durin...

Scholarships to Greater Philadelphia, Pennsylvania students and adults who identify as Jewish to participate in qualifying Israel programs. The purpose of this program is to support opportunities for Jewish individuals to participate in organized programs that deepen Jewish identity and knowledge. Eligible expenses inc...

Internships to USA, Canada, and International individuals to travel to Israel and gain experience (usually volunteering) in a field of the applicant's choice. Interns will spend 25 to 40 hours per week in their placement, with the rest of the time free for personal exploration. This program enables interns to live and obse...

Grants to USA and Israel organizations for programs and projects that promote social justice and human rights. Funding is intended to support social change projects that specifically focus on the areas of health and mental health, human rights, educational opportunity, Jewish life, and strengthening Israeli democracy. ...

Grants to USA and International nonprofits in areas where the funding source has significant employee populations for programs in the areas of health and wellness, community enrichment, and education, with an emphasis on STEM. Funding is intended to make a positive impact on people’s lives and encourage others to take ac...

Scholarships for Minneapolis, Minnesota Jewish men and women over 16 years old to participate in a program in Israel. Eligible programs are at least three weeks in length and sponsored by an organization with a strong educational component. Scholarship awards are based on program costs, not discretionary spending money or ...

Grants of up to $6,500 to Cincinnati, Ohio Jewish high school students (ages 16-18), as well as grants of up to $5,000 to post-high school young adults (ages 18-26 years old) to travel to Israel on an approved program. For high school students, the minimum trip length is three weeks in Israel, unless part of the March of ...

Grants to Alabama Jewish youth from the Huntsville area or North Alabama to attend programs and trips in Israel or Jewish leadership programs in the United States. This grant offers financial aid to enable youth to attend identity-strengthening and educational programs located in Israel. Funding is also available for leade...

Scholarships of up to $1,500 to Nevada students, ages 13-22, to attend peer-based programs in Israel. Funding is intended to support student participation in high school summer, semester and other approved Israel programs. Award decisions will be made on the basis of the applicant’s achievements and merit, as well as the...

Scholarships for Arkansas Jewish young adults to participate in an Israel-based study and/or travel program. Applicants will be asked to describe how they will benefit from the program and what their experience will enable them to bring back to the Arkansas Jewish community.

Scholarships to Guilford County, North Carolina Jewish high school and college students to attend their first cultural peer-group, travel, or study program in Israel. Programs must be approved by the national Jewish agency and sponsored by a Jewish organization. Merit and financial need are the primary considerations in a...

Grants of up to $1,500 to Dane County, Wisconsin Jewish high school students to attend organized trips to Israel. First-timers, as well as students who have been to Israel previously, are encouraged. Students can access a grant only once during the high school years. The student’s financial status will not be taken into ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Jewish young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to attend a gap year or educational program in Israel. These grants are intended to make it as easy as possible for Jewish young adults to come to Israel. The funding source offers grants to help make the experience more affordable,...

Grants of up to $1,500 to Western Massachusetts and Southern Vermont Jewish individuals and families to participate in a pre-approved travel or study program in Israel. Funding is intended to help encourage individuals and families to participate in Israel travel opportunities to experience a deeper connection to their Je...

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Grants of up to $1,000 to Minneapolis, Minnesota Jewish teenagers to help subsidize the costs of Israel trips. Trips should be educational and be affiliated with a qualified Jewish youth organization. Applicants should be between the ages of 15 to 18. Funding will be awarded based on the duration of the program, or based o...

Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $4,000 to Memphis, Tennessee high school juniors, seniors, and graduates to attend educational programs in Israel geared for teens and young adults. Funding is intended to foster bonds between the Memphis Jewish community and Israel. Successful applicants are expected to contribut...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to participate in a 10-month service program teaching English in low-income communities throughout Israel. The goal of this program is to close Israel’s educational gap and positively impact underperforming youth. Masa Israel Teaching Fellows opera...

Grants to Israel and USA nonprofits in California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, and rural communities for capital funding, operating costs, and programming expenses for projects that will serve low-income residents. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry before being invited to submit a full appl...