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Est.

1942

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Jewish Community Council of Erie is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within its community, having awarded a total of $97.5K to six grantees in 2025. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the council can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The Jewish Community Council of Erie is a community-based organization serving individuals and families in the Erie area with a wide range of social and educational services, as well as capacity-building support to other community-based non-profit organizations.
Total Funding Given
$97.5K
2025
Grantees funded
6
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
R
Rabbi Morais
Board Member
S
Shana Hodgson
Board Member
J
Jeff Pinski
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE?
No. JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE give?
JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE primarily gives to organizations located in New York and Pennsylvania. 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 COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE make each year?
In 2025, JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $98 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE fund recently?
In 2025, JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., BOOKER T WASHINGTON CENTER INC, and SAFENET INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE?
JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.