Resources

Grantmaking
Funds

Explore grant opportunities.

The Jewish Federation of Detroit offers several grantmaking funds that support Jewish and non-Jewish nonprofit organizations across metropolitan Detroit.

Some of these funds are managed directly by us, while others are independent grantmaking funds affiliated with Federation—giving organizations different ways to find funding that fits their work.

Jewish Federation of Detroit Grant Opportunities

Through these grantmaking funds, Federation supports local organizations strengthening Jewish life and meeting evolving community needs.

Berman Jewish Experiences
for Families

The Berman JEFF grant accepts proposals for block grants of up to $10,000 to support organizations’ capacities to offer enriching Jewish family programming.

Stephen H. Schulman Millenium
Fund for Jewish Youth

The Schulman Fund provides monetary grants to metropolitan Detroit Jewish organizations serving middle and high school youth.

Byron & Dorothy
Gerson Innovation Fund

The Byron & Dorothy Gerson Innovation Fund fosters a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity within Detroit’s Jewish community by supporting new programs, pilots and initiatives.

The Irwin & Bethea
Green College Life Fund

Established in 2000 through the Jewish Federation of Detroit, The Irwin & Beathea Green College Life Fund supports Jewish student life on college campuses. It funds programs, cultural initiatives and events designed to enhance the Jewish experience for students. For more information, email grants@jewishdetroit.org.

Hermelin Davidson Center
for Congregational Excellence

The Hermelin-Davidson Center helps enhance and enrich congregations across the Metropolitan Detroit Jewish community.

Early Childhood Education and
Congregational School Stipends

Through this program, synagogue‑ and Chabad‑affiliated early childhood centers and congregational schools receive $190 per student. For more information, email grants@jewishdetroit.org.

Independent Grantmaking Funds with Federation Affiliation

The following independent funds offer additional grantmaking opportunities aligned with our shared community priorities.

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Jewish Women’s
Foundation

Jewish Women’s Foundation (JWF) supports Michigan and Isarael-based programs, projects and initiatives that advance social change by expanding opportunities for Jewish women, their families and community.

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The Jewish
Fund    

The Jewish Fund works to support equitable access to services promoting the health and well-being of vulnerable and underserved men, women and children in the Jewish and broader metropolitan Detroit community.

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Sinai Medical
Staff Foundation

The Sinai Medical Staff Foundation awards grants between $5,000 and $30,000 to non-profit, health-related organizations located in Southeast Michigan