The Rubin and Gloria Feldman Family Educational Institute provides funding for educational and artistic initiatives that draw on the history and legacy of the Holocaust to foster understanding and combat hatred. With a strong emphasis on programming that benefits Missouri and the broader Midwest region, the Institute seeks to promote social engagement and dialogue across communities while addressing critical ethical, political, and societal issues through the lens of Holocaust education.
Projects eligible for support must align with the Institute’s mission to reject hatred and inspire positive change. Funded initiatives may include those that explore the Holocaust's enduring lessons, facilitate conversations among diverse racial, religious, and ethnic groups, and tackle antisemitism, racism, and other forms of discrimination. Artistic projects with educational value are also encouraged, provided they advance the goals of understanding and inclusion.
The Institute explicitly excludes funding for capital improvements or operating expenses, focusing instead on impactful, mission-driven programming. The application process is open to nonprofits and educational institutions, and individual educators may apply if their affiliated institutions are willing to receive and manage the funds on their behalf.
The Fall 2025 funding cycle opened on October 14 and will close on November 17. Applicants must ensure all materials are submitted during this window. There are no pre-application steps such as letters of intent required, streamlining access for eligible participants. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed, alignment with the Institute’s mission and regional emphasis are likely central to funding decisions.
The primary point of contact for applicants is Helen Turner, who can be reached at HTurner@STLHolocaustMuseum.org or by phone at 314-442-3748. The grant operates in seasonal cycles, with another application window expected in Spring 2026. Based on past cycles, interested applicants should anticipate future application windows approximately every six months.
