Young Adult Engagement Grants fund eligible Jewish organizations and individuals in implementing a program that will creatively engage young adults (ages 18-36) in the community. Programs must have a Jewish focus and a formal system of tracking program attendance. This grant is invitation only.
Who qualifies?
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Applicants must be located in Western Massachusetts (Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties) or Southern Vermont (Bennington and Windham counties)
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Organizations must have and maintain status as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 as amended (the "Code") and be classified under sections 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2) of the Code.
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For individual applicants, a W-9 form must be completed to be eligible for the grant.
Available funding:
This grant is a highly competitive and not guaranteed. Organizations and individuals may apply for up to 70% of the total cost of the program, up to $10,000.
How do we receive funding?
Adult engagement grants are generally awarded for a series of programs held over the September through June time frame. Programs of shorter duration or one-time events may also be considered for funding. This grant is very competitive and not guaranteed. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible. Completed applications must be submitted at least five weeks prior to the start of the program. An approved organization or individual will receive payments at the middle and end of the program year. Payments are contingent on the receipt and approval of all required documents. Reporting and payment timelines will be communicated upon grant approval.
The Harold Grinspoon Foundation reserves the right to adjust the final payment of any grant for which the final report does not reflect the same criteria as the original application. The submission of a final report is required for an organization's future grant applications to be considered.
Need help?
For questions about the Young Adult Engagement Grant or the online grant system, please email GRANTS@HGF.ORG
Disclaimer
Please note that the Harold Grinspoon Foundation reserves the right to decline any applications for any reason.
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