Houston Jewish Community Foundation
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The Houston Jewish Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on supporting nonprofits in Texas, New York, and Washington, D.C. With a total of $23.7 million in grants paid to 641 grantees in 2024, the Foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Houston Jewish Community Foundation is a donor-centered community foundation which seeks to perpetuate Jewish values and institutions through the acquisition, professional management, and distribution of charitable resources.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Jewish Federation of Greater Houston
$28.3M
16%
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE
$15.8M
9%
HOUSTON JEWISH FAMILY FOUNDATION
$7.8M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
248
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$13.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Houston Jewish Community Foundation?
No. Houston Jewish Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Houston Jewish Community Foundation give?
Houston Jewish Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, New York, 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 Houston Jewish Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Houston Jewish Community Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Houston Jewish Community Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Houston Jewish Community Foundation awarded about 250 grants, totaling nearly $23.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Houston Jewish Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Houston Jewish Community Foundation awarded grants to about 640 grantees. Recent grantees include Jewish Federation of Greater Houston, JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE, and HOUSTON JEWISH FAMILY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Houston Jewish Community Foundation?
Houston Jewish Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.