Mission

The Jewish Foundation for Education of Women is a private, nonsectarian foundation that enables women with financial need to meet their education and career goals through scholarships and supportive services. The Foundation’s origins in the Jewish community, and its long and distinguished history, inform our work. JFEW funds programs in collaboration with colleges, universities and nonprofit organizations. They administer our scholarships, and join us in evaluating programs to ensure the best possible outcomes for our recipients.

Program Interests

We seek partnerships with programs that have a focus in the following areas:

• Health Professions
• Math, Science and Technology
• Aging Society
• Public and Communal Service
  

• Financial need. Demonstrated financial need is a prerequisite for all JFEW awards.
• Permanent residence in New York City or 50-mile radius thereof. In determining awards, preference is always for candidates who are from New York City, who have a strong connection to the community, and who are likely to stay and contribute to life here.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residence. All JFEW grantees must be U.S. citizens, or have a green card. Adult children of green card holders may, in some cases, qualify for awards. Students who are in the U.S. legally, but who are neither citizens nor green card holders, are not eligible for JFEW awards.

For information on how to apply for a scholarship, or to submit a letter of inquiry, see How to Apply/Renew.