Jim Joseph Foundation
Jim Joseph Foundation
San Francisco, CA, US
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a.k.a Shimon Ben Joseph Foundation
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
33-1114104
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Jim Joseph Foundation
San Francisco, CA, US
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a.k.a Shimon Ben Joseph Foundation
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
33-1114104
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•
•
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Jim Joseph Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses its grantmaking primarily in New York, California, and Washington, D.C., having paid a total of $63 million across 354 grants in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Honoring the vision and legacy of its founder, the Jim Joseph Foundation is committed to the continued flourishing of the Jewish people and the culture, wisdom, and practices of Jewish life and learning. We work with grantee partners to help all Jews, their families and their friends lead connected, meaningful, purpose-filled lives and to make positive contributions to their communities and the world.
Cause Areas
3
Foundations
Venture philanthropy
Judaism
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Populations
2
Jewish people
Teachers
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HILLEL THE FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CAMPUS LIFE
$40.3M
7%
BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL FOUNDATION
$39.1M
7%
FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CAMP, INC.
$27.5M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
264
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Key Impact Metrics
189
Number of grantees
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Jim Joseph Foundation?
No. Jim Joseph Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Jim Joseph Foundation give?
Jim Joseph Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, 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 Jim Joseph Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Jim Joseph Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Jim Joseph Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Jim Joseph Foundation awarded about 260 grants, totaling nearly $63 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Jim Joseph Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Jim Joseph Foundation awarded grants to about 350 grantees. Recent grantees include HILLEL THE FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CAMPUS LIFE, BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL FOUNDATION, and FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CAMP, INC.. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Jim Joseph Foundation?
Jim Joseph Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.