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

Bridgeport, CT, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
06-0994563
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Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Federation for Jewish Philanthropy of Upper Fairfield County is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within the Jewish community in Upper Fairfield County. With a total of $432.4K awarded to 23 grantees in 2021, 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.
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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.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF STAMFORD INC
$759.2K
26%

THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
$571.9K
20%

American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc
$452.1K
16%
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Total No. of Grants
15
Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
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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