Memphis Jewish Federation
Memphis Jewish Federation
MEMPHIS, TN, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
62-0475747
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Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Women Led
Memphis Jewish Federation
MEMPHIS, TN, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
62-0475747
•
•
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Women Led
AI Summary
The Memphis Jewish Federation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within the Jewish community. In 2024, it paid a total of $2.3 million in grants to 34 selected grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to funding. Importantly, the Federation does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Federation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE FEDERATION SERVES AS A CENTRAL FUNDRAISING AND ALLOCATION AGENCY IN THE MEMPHIS METROPOLITAN AREA FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE JEWISH ACTIVITES AND PROMOTES HARMONY, UNDERSTANDING AND GOOD RELATIONS AMOUNG THE MEMBERS OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY AND THE LARGER COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
5
Judaism
Education
Human services
Philanthropy
Foundations
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Populations
1
Jewish people
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
$4.4M
20%
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE INC
$2.3M
10%
MEMPHIS JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
$2.3M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
26
Median 1st year grant
$29.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$60K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Memphis Jewish Federation?
No. Memphis Jewish Federation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Memphis Jewish Federation give?
Memphis Jewish Federation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Tennessee, 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 Memphis Jewish Federation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Memphis Jewish Federation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $29 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Memphis Jewish Federation make each year?
In 2024, Memphis Jewish Federation awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $2.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Memphis Jewish Federation fund recently?
In 2024, Memphis Jewish Federation awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA, INC., JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE INC, and MEMPHIS JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Memphis Jewish Federation?
Memphis Jewish Federation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.