Grants available for Jewish women/children programming

The Women’s Alliance Endowment Fund (WAEF) of the Jewish Federation Foundation of Greater Rhode Island is pleased to share its 2025 Request for Proposals.

Established in 1993, the WAEF benefits Jewish women and children by supporting educational, health, cultural and social services and programs worldwide. Nearly 150 women have contributed to the fund.

The WAEF encourages proposals for new or existing programs and services that benefit Jewish women and/or children and have the potential for long-term impact.

Grants may fund, for example, program-specific supplies/equipment, specialized staff, travel, etc. Grants will not be considered for administrative equipment/supplies, payroll, multi-year funding or from organizations that have been operating for less than two years.

All Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts and overseas Jewish organizations, agencies and congregations whose mission falls within the purview of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island may submit grant proposals. WAEF encourages applicants to find community partners, which need not to be Jewish in affiliation. For overseas proposals, preference is given to those providing services in our partner regions of (1) Warsaw, Poland, (2) Afula-Gilboa, Israel, (3) Rosario, Argentina. Email endowment@jewishallianceri.org to request an application, discuss a possible program, or inquire about joining WAEF.

Submitted by the Women’s Alliance Endowment Fund