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WNC Jewish Federation

WNC Jewish Federation

Asheville, NC, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
56-6047594
Regional Funder
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WNC Jewish Federation

Asheville, NC, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
56-6047594
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1935

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker

AI Summary

The WNC Jewish Federation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within the Jewish community, having awarded a total of $85.5K in grants to four grantees in 2018. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the WNC Jewish Federation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To distribute and encourage philanthropy across Western North Carolina.
Total Funding Given

$85.5K

2018
Grantees funded
4
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

3

Median 1st year grant
$34.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$29K
J
Joseph Karpen
Executive
K
Karen Hyman
Board Member
C
Carol Cohen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WNC Jewish Federation?
No. WNC Jewish Federation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WNC Jewish Federation give?
WNC Jewish Federation primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, 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 WNC Jewish Federation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WNC Jewish Federation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WNC Jewish Federation make each year?
In 2018, WNC Jewish Federation awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $86 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WNC Jewish Federation fund recently?
In 2018, WNC Jewish Federation awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include Jewish Community Center Foundation of Asheville Inc, JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF WNC INC, and THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WNC Jewish Federation?
WNC Jewish Federation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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