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.  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 that require organizations to have a minimum operating budget of $1 million.

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

The application process will open in February 2026.  The detailed timeline for this full process is:

• The Letter of Inquiry (LOI) is due on or before March 2, 2026
• 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 mid April 2026.
• Applicants who are invited to the next round will be offered the opportunity for a full presentation/conversation with JVPF the beginning of May 2026.
• Finalists will participate in a due diligence process throughout the summer of 2026.
• Final decisions on grants will be made by September 2026.
• Successful applicants will receive their funding in October/November 2026.

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 Wednesday February 18th at 8:30am PST/11:30am EST/18:30pm IL and the second will take place on Thursday, February 19th at 9:00am PST/12:00pm EST/17:00pm 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 I focus on to try and get my grant proposal 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 leaders in the Jewish non-profit community. JVPF focuses on the impact it can have through grant funding as well as Fund members’ involvement in your organization, if that is desired. 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 sometimes given out in stages, when the project achieves 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 in one grant period, 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 and beyond with a wide cross-­section of business and non-­profit leadership experience.