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Memphis Jewish Federation

Memphis Jewish Federation

MEMPHIS, TN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
62-0475747
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Women Led
Logo for "Memphis Jewish Federation"

Memphis Jewish Federation

MEMPHIS, TN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
62-0475747
Jewish Federation
Regional Funder
Women Led

Overview

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Est.

1939

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Memphis Jewish Federation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, engaging in a relationship-based funding model by invitation only. In 2022, the Federation distributed a total of $2 million across 29 grantees, primarily focusing on organizations in New York, Tennessee, and Washington, D.C. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities 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.
Total Funding Given

$2M

2022
Grantees funded
29
Multi-year grantees
66%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

18

Median 1st year grant
$41.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$60K
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Debbie B Lazarov
Board Member
D
Debbie H Lazarov
Board Member
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Emily Lennon
Board Member

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 $42 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Memphis Jewish Federation make each year?
In 2022, Memphis Jewish Federation awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $2 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.
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