Jewish Federation of Columbus
Columbus, OH, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
31-0838745
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DAF Sponsor
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Columbus, OH, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
31-0838745
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DAF Sponsor
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Jewish Federation of Columbus is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking, having disbursed a total of $5.9 million across 39 grantees in 2025. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the federation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Build a secure and vibrant Jewish community in Columbus and around the world.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER COLUMBUS
COLUMBUS, OH
$7M
20%
THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NEW YORK, NY
$6.1M
17%
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES
COLUMBUS, OH
$4.6M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
32
Median 1st year grant
$31.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$50.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Jewish Federation of Columbus?
No. Jewish Federation of Columbus does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Jewish Federation of Columbus give?
Jewish Federation of Columbus primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, New York, and New Jersey. 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 Columbus’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Jewish Federation of Columbus fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $32 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Jewish Federation of Columbus make each year?
In 2025, Jewish Federation of Columbus awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $5.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Jewish Federation of Columbus fund recently?
In 2024, Jewish Federation of Columbus awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER COLUMBUS, THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., and JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Jewish Federation of Columbus?
Jewish Federation of Columbus does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.