Funders

Funders of Jewish education and engagement programs and initiatives are critical partners in CASJE’s work. Individual philanthropists and foundation professionals are represented in our convenings, panel discussions, and events alongside researchers and practitioners.

As part of its core work, CASJE is cultivating an active community of funders who are knowledgeable about, and committed to supporting, applied research. This work occurs through webinars, conference-based workshop sessions (at Jewish Funders Network and other venues), and stand-alone, customized gatherings.

To date, CASJE benefits from generous support from the Jim Joseph Foundation, Crown Family Philanthropies, William Davidson Foundation, The AVI CHAI Foundation, Mandell and Madeleine Berman Foundation, The Steinhardt Foundation for Jewish Life, and others. We would be delighted to welcome additional funding partners.

With a series of successful initiatives around Career Trajectories of Jewish Education, Jewish Educational Leadership, Hebrew Language Education, and Jewish Early Childhood Education, CASJE is seeking additional investors to support its work and fund specific programs of research.

CASJE’s Needs

CASJE has raised $3.6 million toward its core budget, leaving a gap of $1.1 million over the six years.

In addition, in order to do its work, CASJE must raise funds dedicated to research of the topics that emerge from conversations among funders, practitioners and researchers as the most pressing issues in Jewish education.

We are actively seeking funding for emerging research in Jewish Spiritual Education, Race and Ethnicity in Jewish Educational Settings, Antisemitism in American Schools, Research Ethics and Integrity in Jewish Communal Life, Supporting the Success of Hareidi Students in Secular Education,  Hebrew Language Education, and Jewish Experiential Education at Camp or other areas of interest.