Changemakers Teen Jewish Philanthropy Funding Solutions Addressing the Negatives Effects of Poverty
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
The Changemakers board at University Synagogue invites eligible nonprofit organizations to submit grant proposals for the Spring 2023 grant cycle. Grants of up to $3,000 will be awarded to one or more organizations doing work to create solutions for communities experiencing the negative effects of poverty.
Changemakers is an initiative of University Synagogue. Changemakers, established in 2022, gives teen participants an opportunity to learn about concepts of Jewish philanthropy, explore Jewish values, dive into grant making, and review and analyze grant proposals during a series of meetings over the coming months. Our youth board will determine how to distribute $5,000 of the Changemakers funds to one or more nonprofit organizations.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Nonprofits are encouraged to apply by Thursday, March 9 deadline. Submissions should be emailed in PDF form ONLY to jbram@universitysynagogue.org
The University Synagogue Changemakers board requests proposals from nonprofit organizations for grants of up to $5,000 in funding, to be awarded in May 2023. Changemakers may award a single grant of $5,000 or several smaller grants.
Our board is a group of 15 high school students. Changemakers was founded by University Synagogue in partnership with Honeycomb.
MISSION STATEMENT
To embody Jewish ideals by supporting organizations that are creating solutions for communities experiencing the negative effects of poverty.
CRITERIA
Nonprofit organizations in the greater Southern California area and elsewhere are encouraged to submit proposals. Applicants should meet the following criteria:
Must be a non-profit organization with a 501(c)3 status or international equivalent, able to accept funds in accordance with IRS rules
Generally, should have an annual budget of less than $3 million. Changemakers may consider proposals from larger organizations for distinct projects or divisions with smaller budgets.
Religious congregations (synagogues, churches, Hillels, etc.) should not apply.
Organizations selected for final reviews should be available for an online "site visit" during the month of April, if possible on a Sunday morning.
We ask that recipients provide a brief report within one year of the grant award, showing how the funds were used and the results.
SUBMISSION PROCESS
Proposals must be submitted to jbram@universitysynagogue.org by Thursday, March 9, at 5 p.m. Pacific to be considered.
Please keep proposals brief. Applicants may upload attachments, if desired, but are encouraged not to include lengthy reports or extensive materials.
Organizations that make it to the final round may be contacted and asked to participate in an online "site visit" with Changemaker members on a Sunday if possible in the month of April. Specific dates and times will be determined by the Changemaker facilitator and non-profit representative.
Questions may be directed to Jessica Bram, Director of Congregational Learning at University Synagogue at jbram@universitysynagogue.org.
Thank you for your interest,
Changemakers and University Synagogue
RFP APPLICATION FORM
GENERAL INFORMATION
APPLICATION DATE
ORGANIZATION NAME
ADDRESS
WEBSITE
CONTACT NAME
CONTACT EMAIL
CONTACT PHONE
AMOUNT REQUESTED
501C3 STATUSYES/NO
SITE VISIT AVAILABILITY Is your organization available to provide a site visit?
YES/NO
Insert potential site visit dates and location of visit (either onsite at organization, in-person with youth board, or online).
SITE VISIT
(IN PERSON ONLY)Does your organization have capacity to provide a quiet learning space for a debrief/educational session for youth participants following the site-visit/tour?
YES/NO
*Note No AV equipment will be required
SITE VISIT
(IN PERSON ONLY)Please outline what activities participants may experience or observe by visiting your site in-person.
CHECK CEREMONY AVAILABILITY A representative from my organization would be available on [insert date] for the check ceremony at [insert location].
YES/NO
ATTACHMENTSPlease attach the following additional documents:
Complete Project Budget Form
A copy of IRS tax exemption letter showing 501c3 status
A copy of the organization's policy/statement on anti-discrimination/diversity/equity and inclusion
A copy of the organization's operating budget
A copy of the most recent annual report and/or promotional material
IRS 990 Form
