Jewish Foundation for Education of Women
Accepts applications
Jewish Foundation for Education of Women is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.2 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $200,513 and the largest $316,416. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.2 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$200,513
- Largest grant$316,416
- Assets$84.5 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.2 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.2 million | 22 | $80.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 19 | $84.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Stacey Winter Program Director 545 Fifth Avenue Suite 910, New York, NY 10017 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 288-3931 |
| What to submit | Application location: https://jfew.org/research |
| Deadlines | November 12, 2024 for project information form. February 2025 for full proposal. |
| Restrictions | Restrictions/limitations: grants support research and advocacy projects related to the transfer pipeline from community college to four-year institution. Individuals or teams of individuals affiliated with non-profit organizations, including colleges and universities, think-tanks, research institutes, academic centers, community-based organizations, research departments of associations or membership organizations are eligible to apply. Individual scholars/researchers as well as research teams are eligible for support, although grants must be issued to a 501(c)(3) organization. Applicants may be based outside of New York state, although their research should have implications for college students who are residents of New York state. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jewish Foundation for Education of Women funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $3.1 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $77,823 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Queens College Foundation (2023) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $316,416 |
| Hunter College Foundation (2023) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $309,078 |
| New York City College of Technology Foundation (2023) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $306,308 |
| Research Foundation of City University of New York (Ace 2022) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $294,152 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | Qualified distribution to a donor advised fund. | $287,872 |
| Footsteps (2023) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $270,420 |
| Yeshiva University (Stern College 2023) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $259,613 |
| Binghamton University Foundation (Heritage 2021) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $238,127 |
| Research Foundation of State University of New York (Ace 2024) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $203,560 |
| UJA Federation Inc (2021) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $200,513 |
| UJA Federation Inc (2024) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $176,589 |
| Long Island University (2020) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $100,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation (2020) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $77,823 |
| Bottom Line Inc (2025) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $50,000 |
| UJA Federation Inc (2025) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $50,000 |
| Yeshiva University (Stern College 2020) | Grants support scholarships for women with financial need. | $30,400 |
| Footsteps (2025) | Grant to support data collection project for women with financial need. | $15,000 |
| Individual | $1,350 | |
| Individual | Emergency grants to support women with financial need. | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Liman
- Judy Mandelbaum
- Miriam Bader
- Becky Klein
- Rebecca Binder
- Robyn Cimbol
- Phyllis G Korff
- Reeva S Mager
- Jason Tauber
- Ann Tanenbaum
- Sharon L Weinberg
- Beth C Weitzman
- Julie Appel
- Grace Bronstein
- Becky Tolson
Questions people ask
Does Jewish Foundation for Education of Women accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: November 12, 2024 for project information form. February 2025 for full proposal.
How much does Jewish Foundation for Education of Women give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $200,513.
Who runs Jewish Foundation for Education of Women?
Its 2024 filing lists Lisa Liman (Chair), Judy Mandelbaum (President), Miriam Bader (First Vice President) and Becky Klein (Vice President) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Jewish Foundation for Education of Women fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and faith communities.