Shelters for Israel
AI Summary
Shelters for Israel is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives beneficial to Israel, having paid a total of $302.8K in grants to 12 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Founded in 1948, Shelters for Israels mission is to provide funding for vital projects, programs, and facilities in Israel to support the neediest populations, with a focus on improving the lives of children and the elderly, including Holocaust survivors.Shelters for Israel has always been and remains an all-volunteer organization with no paid staff or office space.Shelters for Israel has funded over 70 capital projects, starting with its original mission of providing housing for Holocaust survivors, and has continued to fund housing for the elderly as well as student dormitories, childcare facilities, pre-kindergartens, day care centers for the elderly, medical facilities and equipment, and facilities for children and adults with special needs, and so much more.Shelters for Israel also provides funding for vital programs addressing the needs of at-risk youth for their physical, educational, and emotional well-being. This includes through support of programs providing at-risk youth wit
Cause Areas
1
Judaism
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
AMERICAN FRIENDS OF LATET HUMANITARIAN AID INC
Newton, MA
$230K
12%
AMERICAN FRIENDS OF SHANTI HOUSE INC
Los Angeles, CA
$150K
8%
FRIENDS OF ISRAEL DISABLED VETERANS INC
NEW YORK, NY
$75K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Shelters for Israel?
No. Shelters for Israel does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Shelters for Israel give?
Shelters for Israel primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Massachusetts, and California. 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 Shelters for Israel’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Shelters for Israel fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Shelters for Israel make each year?
In 2024, Shelters for Israel awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $303 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Shelters for Israel fund recently?
In 2024, Shelters for Israel awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include AMERICAN FRIENDS OF LATET HUMANITARIAN AID INC, AMERICAN FRIENDS OF SHANTI HOUSE INC, and FRIENDS OF ISRAEL DISABLED VETERANS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Shelters for Israel?
Shelters for Israel does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.