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JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES

JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES

Pittsfield, MA, US
501(c)3
EIN
04-2131409
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Logo for "JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES"

JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES

Pittsfield, MA, US
501(c)3
EIN
04-2131409
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder

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Est.

1954

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Jewish Federation of the Berkshires is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in New York and Massachusetts. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the federation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES CARES FOR THOSE IN NEED AND NURTURES AND SUSTAINS THE JEWISH COMMUNITY LOCALLY, IN ISRAEL AND AROUND THE WORLD TODAY AND FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS.
Total Funding Given

$378.2K

2024
Grantees funded
11
Multi-year grantees
64%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

8

Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.2K
D
Dara Kaufman
Board Member
E
Elisa Schindler-Frankel
Board Member
A
Arlene Schiff
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES?
No. JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES give?
JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES primarily gives to organizations located in New York and Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES make each year?
In 2024, JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $378 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES fund recently?
In 2024, JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., HEVREH OF SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE, and TEMPLE ANSHE AMUNIM. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES?
JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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