FAQs

1. What types of projects get funding?

Please visit our investments page to see the range of projects that we have funded. The projects that we target are the ones in which our strategic investment and creative input will provide vital assistance to allow a good idea to grow exponentially.  We also have criteria for organizations which you should review. However, please note that as a result of the Oct 7 Hamas attacks and the war in Gaza, JVPF members have chosen to focus their funding on four specific areas this year: Antisemitism (with a focus on the digital sphere and campus life); Rebuilding the economy in the South of Israel (with a focus on agribusiness); Mental health and trauma needs in Israel (with a focus on the South) and Social cohesion/shared society as a critical issue for Israel to successfully move forward. In addition, we are relaxing our operational budget requirements so that organizations with a budget of $500,000 or more are eligible to apply.

2. What is the timeline for our application? When would I receive funding?

The application process will open in late January 2024.  The detailed timeline for this full process is:

• The Letter of Inquiry (LOI) is due on or before February 29, 2024
• A review process will take place throughout the month of March
• Successful applicants will be invited to participate in a round of Fast Pitches in early April 2024.
• Applicants who are invited to proceed past the fast pitch round will be offered the opportunity for a full presentation/conversation with JVPF in May 2023
• Finalists will participate in a due diligence process throughout the summer of 2024.
• Final decisions on grants will be made in September 2024.
• Successful applicants will receive their funding in October/November 2024.

3. Is there an opportunity to receive guidance on my application?

Yes, we will hold TWO Q&A sessions with JVPF Director, Tzivia Schwartz Getzug.  The first will take place on Tuesday February 6th at 8am PST/11am EST/6pm IL and the second will take place on Wednesday, February 7th at 12pm PST/3pm EST/10pm IL. To register for the information session, please fill out this form. You will receive an email from jvpfexec@gmail.com with a calendar invite and Zoom link.

4. What should we focus on to be sure my grant makes it to the next level?

Focus carefully on the investments approach and criteria. The Fund is interested in the innovation of your project, as well as the scalability and sustainability. The Fund is also dedicated to investing in people who are experts in their field and knowledgeable about their program in regards to the overall Jewish non-­‐profit community. JVPF focuses on the impact it can have via funding and Fund involvement. Be sure to address these topics in your proposal.

5. What amounts are grants typically given out in?

They typically range from $25,000 to $75,000. They are usually given out in stages over two years, when the project achieves the various agreed-­‐upon benchmarks.

6. What should we do if we have multiple projects for which we would like to apply to the Fund?

JVPF does not allow multiple applications but is interested in other powerful and creative ideas you might have. The best thing to do is to apply for the most appropriate project. You may then include an extra page explaining other proposals you would be interested in working on with the Fund.

7. Who are the JVPF members?

We do not disclose the roster of JVPF members. The group consists of successful and entrepreneurial philanthropists in the greater Los Angeles area with a wide cross-­section of business and non-­profit leadership experience.