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Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago

Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago

Chicago, IL, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
36-2167761
DAF Sponsor
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Women Led
Logo for "Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago"

Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago

Chicago, IL, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
36-2167761
DAF Sponsor
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Women Led

Overview

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Est.

1900

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania. With a total of $171.4 million in grants paid in 2023 to 1,490 grantees, the organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Federation brings Jewish Chicago together to support human services, advocate on key issues and connect people to Jewish life and community.
Total Funding Given

$171.4M

2023
Grantees funded
1.5K
Multi-year grantees
61%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

769

Median 1st year grant
$12K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Lonnie Nasatir
Board Member
M
Max R Schrayer
Board Member
W
Wendy Abrams
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago?
No. Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago give?
Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, 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 Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago make each year?
In 2023, Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago awarded about 770 grants, totaling nearly $171.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago fund recently?
In 2024, Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago awarded grants to about 1,490 grantees. Recent grantees include CJE SeniorLife, Jewish Child and Family Services, and Jewish Community Centers of Chicago. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago?
Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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