Jewish Heritage Fund
/OVERVIEW: The Jewish Heritage Fund supports Medical research, health, education and the Jewish community in Kentucky.
FUNDING AREAS: Medical research, education, Jewish community, health
IP TAKE: This health legacy funder has been increasing its grantmaking capacity in recent years and become a major philanthropic force in Kentucky.
PROFILE: Established in 2011, the Jewish Heritage Fund (JHF) is a health legacy foundation that formed when Jewish Hospital HealthCare Services merged with the former Saint Joseph Health System to form KentuckyOne Health. The hospital dates back to 1903, while the modern foundation values heritage, integrity, innovation and collaboration. JHFE "is dedicated to excellence characterized by improved health and fostering a strong, vibrant Jewish community.” JHFE funds local efforts for medical research, Jewish education, Jewish community, health and senior services.
The Jewish Heritage Fund largely supports efforts to create sustainability and improve health outcomes in recent years. It typically splits its attention between medical grants and Jewish life grants each year. Community health grants address adolescents having equitable access to all forms of healthcare and fund local youth-serving organizations. Medical research grants support funding at the University of Louisville and biomedical research efforts that recruit new talent. Jewish life grants strengthen Jewish organizations, promote Jewish programs in the broader community and help Jewish individuals grow their identity and community involvement. JHF does not typically support capital campaigns, general operating support, political efforts, sponsorships, fundraising events, individuals or endowments.
Important Grant Details:
Grants range between about $5,000 and $1 million. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records. Grantmaking focuses on the Louisville metropolitan region of Kentucky. Past local grantees include Dare to Care, Family Community Clinic and the High School of Jewish Studies.
This foundation accepts grant applications from nonprofits; however, it requires applicants to discuss funding requests with the staff prior to completing an application. Jewish life applications are typically due in February, while other applications are sometimes only available on an invite-only basis. Applicants can expect to receive a funding decision within 12 weeks after the close of the application period. The application process is conducted through an online grants portal. Direct general questions to the staff at contact@jewishheritagefund.com or 502-365-3209.
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