Grants

The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston is the leader in mobilizing the community response to the local and global needs of the Jewish people. Our mission is to preserve and enrich Jewish communal life through innovative and visionary leadership that is responsive and responsible to Jewish communities locally, nationally, in Israel and around the world. 

We fund programs that strengthen our people, advocate on behalf of our shared values, and educate every generation to ensure our traditions endure. By supporting our community at all levels, the Federation enhances Jewish continuity and sustains each of us. 

Through the support of our generous donors, the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston (JFGH) is pleased to offer funding to support organizations and programs that serve the Jewish community of Houston, Israel and around the world. 

Grants are available via three funds:

Local Core Fund

The Local Core Fund provides operational allocations to local organizations that are foundational to the Jewish community of Houston. Eligible organizations provide services to all age groups and are an intrinsic part of community life.

Local Impact Fund

The Local Impact Fund is a programmatic grants fund designed to address important and/or unmet needs in our greater Houston Jewish community. The fund grants awards to new or expanding programs that respond to community interests and needs, seed and grow impactful programs, build collaboration, and enhance the culture of the community. To learn more about the fund and the 2024 priority areas, click HERE.

Global Jewish Peoplehood Fund

This fund supports organizations and programs that works to strengthen the State of Israel and the global Jewish community, promote Jewish identity and people hood, serve populations at risk or basic human needs.

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