Our Mission

• The HGF is committed to the classic Jewish value of tikkun olam – repairing the world for all of humanity. We believe in the importance of an engaged Jewish people who will continue to play a constructive role in world repair.
• The HGF values a broad range of Jewish expressions of faith and connections to Judaism.
• The HGF is committed to supporting Jewish programs and organizations that strengthen Jewish communities today and for the future.
• The HGF is committed to maintaining the special connection between Israel and the diaspora.

The Harold Grinspoon Foundation

• celebrates Jewish culture and community by sharing Jewish stories through PJ Library.
• strengthens the long-term organizational effectiveness and financial sustainability of Jewish summer camps through JCamp 180.
• fosters a culture of endowment building and legacy giving through Life & Legacy.
• parks encounters with great Jewish ideas and the contemporary art of Voices & Visions.
• supports local and national programs that fit with our mission.

• The HGF supports vibrant Jewish programs across North America that fall within our core focus.
• The HGF supports Keren Grinspoon Israel to carry out Sifriyat Pijama and Maktabat-al-Fanoos, which promote literacy for all children in the state of Israel and promote Jewish culture, education, and traditions to Jewish Israelis.
• In addition, the HGF supports Jewish communities worldwide through the international reach of its flagship PJ Library program.
• The HGF provides a range of programming and support to our local Jewish community of Western Massachusetts.

• The HGF works in partnership with Jewish and philanthropic organizations and individual philanthropists on our given priorities. Through extended collaborations, we provide support and learn together.
• The HGF works to expand philanthropic investment, often using matching grants.
• The HGF is a fast-paced, results-driven organization dedicated to high quality and continuous improvement.