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The Jewish Funders Network and the Genesis Prize Foundation

Matching Grant Initiative; Avenues to Jewish Engagement for Intermarried Couples and their Families

Deadline: March 15, 2016

Eligibility: Any organization focused on strengthening Jewish identity among intermarried couples, their children, and individuals from these families can apply for general operating support; organizations with a broader mission are eligible to apply for project support. Priority will be given to organizations seeking to create sustainable, systemic change.

Funding Available: Qualifying grants of at least $25,000 will be matched dollar for dollar up to a maximum of $150,000

Description: The Genesis Prize Foundation and the Jewish Funders Network have announced a new matching grant initiative in honor of this year's Genesis Prize laureate, actor Michael Douglas. The initiative, Avenues to Jewish Engagement for Intermarried Couples and their Families, is expected to generate $3.3 million in funds to boost the number of funders working to foster a culture of acceptance within the Jewish community.

Contact Information: Melissa Rosen, Program Manager; Phone: (212) 726.0177 x216; Email: Melissa@jfunders.org; website: http://intermarriedfamilies-genesisprizematch.org/