Jim Joseph Foundation

Jim Joseph Foundation works with grantee-partners to foster effective Jewish learning experiences for young Jews. The Jim Joseph Foundation seeks to make an indelible impact on the lives of young Jews, recognizing that dynamic Jewish learning takes place in a multitude of settings. Since 2006, the Foundation has partnered with effective organizations and awarded grants to engage, educate, and inspire young Jewish minds to discover the joy of living vibrant Jewish lives.

Alvin Levitt

President and Director

Past deals in Religion

Moving Traditions

Grant in 2022
Moving Traditions believe that Judaism promotes self-discovery, challenges traditional gender roles, and celebrates a diversity of voices, it has the power to move our teens, our communities, and Judaism forward. They operate to embolden youth by fostering self-discovery, and inspiring a commitment to Jewish life and learning.

Institute for Jewish Spirituality

Grant in 2021
Institute for Jewish Spirituality develops and teaches Jewish spiritual practices.

Moving Traditions

Grant in 2021
Moving Traditions believe that Judaism promotes self-discovery, challenges traditional gender roles, and celebrates a diversity of voices, it has the power to move our teens, our communities, and Judaism forward. They operate to embolden youth by fostering self-discovery, and inspiring a commitment to Jewish life and learning.

Moving Traditions

Grant in 2020
Moving Traditions believe that Judaism promotes self-discovery, challenges traditional gender roles, and celebrates a diversity of voices, it has the power to move our teens, our communities, and Judaism forward. They operate to embolden youth by fostering self-discovery, and inspiring a commitment to Jewish life and learning.

SVARA

Grant in 2017
SVARA is an organization rooted in Judaism with a specific emphasis on promoting the exploration of Talmudic studies from the perspective of queer experiences. The focus of the organization is to empower queer and trans people to expand Torah and tradition through the spiritual practice of Talmud study.

Moving Traditions

Grant in 2017
Moving Traditions believe that Judaism promotes self-discovery, challenges traditional gender roles, and celebrates a diversity of voices, it has the power to move our teens, our communities, and Judaism forward. They operate to embolden youth by fostering self-discovery, and inspiring a commitment to Jewish life and learning.

Camp Ramah

Grant in 2016
Camp Ramah provides summer camps, Israel programs that inspire commitment to Jewish life, and develop the next generation of Jewish leaders.

Moving Traditions

Grant in 2013
Moving Traditions believe that Judaism promotes self-discovery, challenges traditional gender roles, and celebrates a diversity of voices, it has the power to move our teens, our communities, and Judaism forward. They operate to embolden youth by fostering self-discovery, and inspiring a commitment to Jewish life and learning.

Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion

Grant in 2008
Established more than 90 years ago, Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR)- New York is a school with a rich heritage. The school offers academics through the following divisions: * The Rabbinical School * School of Sacred Music * School of Education * Graduate Studies In addition to the more traditional rabbinical program, Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion - New York offers some rather unique degree programs, such as the MA in Religious Education and the DMin in Interfaith Clinical Education. College life at Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion - New York is very community-oriented. HUC-JIR New York students grow together in faith through various on-campus and outreach activities. Though tuition at HUC-JIR is not cheap, the school offers substantial institutional assistance. Financial aid at Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion - New York includes many scholarships and grants, as well as federal financial aid programs. Because of the array of degree programs offered at Hebrew Union College, Jewish Institute of Religion - New York, admissions requirements may vary. For more information, visit the school’s website.

Hadar

Grant in 2008
Hadar is an educational institution that empowers jews to create and sustain vibrant, practicing, egalitarian communities of torah learning, prayer, and service. The institute also organizes short term seminars for jewish leaders of all backgrounds.
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