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for your family and your favorite Jewish organizations

For Your Favorite Jewish Organization

3 Priority Funding Areas:

Caring for the Vulnerable

Israel and Global Impact

Jewish Vibrancy and Continuity

  • Community Grants

    Grants to nonprofit organizations serving the Jewish communities in Nevada and Ramat HaNegev, Israel. Focuses on organizations and programs related to: Caring for the Vulnerable, Jewish Vibrancy & Continuity, and Israel & Global Impact.

    Information on 2026 funding will be posted in January 2026

    Eligible applicants include nonprofits with U.S. or Israeli tax-exempt status that serve the Jewish community in the State of Nevada, in Ramat HaNegev in Israel, and in select global Jewish communities.

  • Opportunity Grants for Events and Sponsorships

    The Jewish Nevada Opportunity Grant offers $250-$2,500 in supplemental funding for one-time events and sponsorships, reviewed on a rolling basis.

    Applications are due at least 90 days prior to event for consideration. Events must be listed on the Jewish Nevada Community Calendar to be considered.

    Eligible applicants include nonprofits with tax-exempt status hosting an event that benefits the Jewish community of Nevada.

Local Allocations

Funds are allocated to Nevada Jewish agencies and programs for maximum impact, to collectively support what have always been our community's priorities .

People We Help

Caring for the Vulnerable in our local and global community.

Strengthening Jewish Vibrancy & Continuity for our collective future which depends on bolstering the fabric of the Nevada Jewish community.

Supporting Israel and Global Impact facilitated by our partner organizations the Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI), partner region Ramat HaNegev in Israel, and more.

Global Allocations

Funds are also allocated to national, Israel, and overseas programs that fight global Jewish poverty, connect the Jewish people, rescue Jews at risk and ensure an Israeli democracy dedicated to Jewish pluralism.

Allocation Process

Allocating Community Campaign funds is a fair, democratic, and participatory process. More than 40 volunteers spend 400 hours over six months to make sure your gift goes to the programs that most effectively address the most critical needs in our community, and best support and nurture Jewish life locally and globally. They make sure your gift will be used wisely and with the greatest impact.

For Your Family

  • Right Start

    Thinking about Jewish Preschool? The Right Start Voucher is a voucher of up to $2,000 towards the first child in the family’s Preschool Program. Sibling vouchers are also available up to $250.

    Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Families are encouraged to apply early in the year.

    Eligibility: Jewish students attending Jewish Preschool for the first time and first in the family, enrolled in a participating school for at least 3 half days, and begin school in the year of the voucher.

  • Hebrew Free Loan

    Hebrew Free Loan provides interest-free loans of up to $7,500, providing a critical bridge to chasing dreams and overcoming obstacles.

    Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis.

    This program is for Jewish residents of Nevada for at least one year. Guarantor required on all loans. Must demonstrate ability to repay. Credit check required.

  • Israel Programs Scholarships

    Teens and young adults, ages 13-23, won’t want to miss out on this opportunity! Spend a summer or gap-year in Israel! Scholarships of up to $1,500 towards a peer-based Israel experience.

    Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

    For Jewish residents of Nevada aged 13-23. Application is merit based.

  • One Happy Camper

    For first and second year overnight campers, enjoy an incentive of up to $1,000 towards a summer experience when you choose to go to sleep-away camp!

    Applications open in November for the following summer

    For Jewish 1st and 2nd year campers attending an approved camp by the Foundation for Jewish Camp. Camper must attend for at least 12 days to receive funding. Second year grants limited to a household income cap of $150,000.

  • Needs Based Overnight Camp Scholarships

    Needs Based Overnight Camp Scholarships
    Not eligible for One Happy Camper? We’ve still got a scholarship for you! Apply for a Needs Based Scholarships to assist with the burdens of camp costs.

    Application opens in March and closes May 1st.

    Camper must be ineligible for One Happy Camper, attending an approved camp by the Foundation for Jewish Camp. Tax documentation required.

Questions? Suggestions? Need info about any of these funding opportunities? Contact Ethan Shapiro at ethan@jewishnevada.org or 702-732-0556.