The Hadassah Foundation offers Core Grants to leading organizations in the United States that actively promote gender equity. These grants aim to support efforts that make a tangible difference in the lives of women and girls, particularly within the Jewish community. The Foundation is dedicated to advancing the status of women and girls by funding social change initiatives and strengthening organizations that align with its mission.
In 2025, the Hadassah Foundation will award three grants of $80,000 each to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations. The grants are disbursed over three years: $30,000 in the first year, $30,000 in the second, and $20,000 in the final year. Eligible organizations must have an annual operating budget between $200,000 and $5 million. While applicants can operate programs directed at people of all ages, those based in the U.S. must ensure a portion of their programming serves the Jewish community. Programs may be submitted by single entities or collaborations between organizations.
The Foundation does not support capital campaigns, endowments, partisan political activity, direct service delivery (except in emergency circumstances), scholarships, or individual applicants. Additionally, the use of funds for sectarian programs or non-charitable purposes is not permitted.
Applications for the 2025 cycle closed on June 11. Interviews with finalists are scheduled for July 28, with funding decisions communicated to all applicants by October 1. Grants will be announced publicly, and first-year payments disbursed, in January 2026. Eligible applicants in the U.S. must hold 501(c)(3) status or have a fiscal sponsor with such designation.
No new RFPs will be issued until 2026. However, the Foundation anticipates the 2026 cycle will follow a similar schedule to 2025. Prospective applicants are encouraged to sign up for email notifications to receive updates on future funding opportunities. Application requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission mechanics were not detailed in the source material.
