Columbus Jewish Foundation
AI Summary
The Columbus Jewish Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaker that reported $21.2M in grants paid to 134 grantees in filing year 2025. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants through relationship-based, invitation-only engagement; nonprofits 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
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Jewish Federation of Columbus
Columbus, OH
$16.8M
19%
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
Columbus, OH
$5.8M
6%
COLUMBUS TORAH ACADEMY
Columbus, OH
$4.6M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
152
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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- 354 grantees
- 74 board & team members
- 11 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Columbus Jewish Foundation?
No. Columbus Jewish Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Columbus Jewish Foundation give?
Columbus Jewish Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, New York, and Florida. 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 Columbus Jewish Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Columbus Jewish Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Columbus Jewish Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Columbus Jewish Foundation awarded about 150 grants, totaling nearly $11.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Columbus Jewish Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Columbus Jewish Foundation awarded grants to about 350 grantees. Recent grantees include Jewish Federation of Columbus, OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION, and COLUMBUS TORAH ACADEMY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Columbus Jewish Foundation?
Columbus Jewish Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.