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FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY

FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Bridgeport, CT, US
501(c)3
EIN
06-0994563
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Logo for "FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY"

FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Bridgeport, CT, US
501(c)3
EIN
06-0994563
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder

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Est.

1980

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Federation for Jewish Philanthropy of Upper Fairfield County is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily funds initiatives in Connecticut, New York, and Washington, DC, with a total of $432.4K granted to 23 organizations in 2021. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

CONDUCTS FEDERATED CAMPAIGNING IN UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY, GIVING LIFE TO THE IMPORTANT JEWISH TRADITION OF UNITING THE COMMUNITY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF OUR EXTENDED FAMILY AT HOME, IN ISRAEL, AND AROUND THE WORLD.
Total Funding Given

$432.4K

2021
Grantees funded
23
Multi-year grantees
61%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

15

Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.5K
C
Carin Savel
Board Member
S
Sharon Defala
Board Member
M
Mindy Siegel
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY?
No. FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY give?
FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $6,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY make each year?
In 2021, FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $432 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY fund recently?
In 2024, FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF STAMFORD INC, THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., and American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY?
FEDERATION FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF UPPER FAIRFIELD COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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