The Covenant Foundation Signature Grants Program 2026

The Covenant Foundation is now accepting applications for its Signature Grants Program 2026. This program aims to support creative Jewish educators in developing and implementing innovative and financially responsible approaches to Jewish education.

📖 About The Covenant Foundation Signature Grants Program

The Covenant Foundation provides funding to help creative Jewish educators develop significant approaches to Jewish education that are adaptable in various settings.

Sponsor Organization:

• The Covenant Foundation

🎁 Benefits of The Covenant Foundation Signature Grants Program

• Applicants may request up to $225,000, with no more than $75,000 per year for up to three years.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

1. Eligible Institutions:
   • Day schools
   • Congregational schools
   • Central agencies of Jewish education
   • Jewish community centers
   • Summer camps
   • Museums
2. Tax-Exempt Requirement:
   • Only tax-exempt, non-profit organizations may serve as the sponsoring organization for a Covenant Grant.

🗓️ Application Date and Process

The application process consists of two parts:

1. Letter of Inquiry (LOI):

   • Submit a brief Letter of Inquiry and background information about the applying organization.
   • Deadline: 5:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
   • Letters of Inquiry must be submitted via the online portal.
   • The Covenant Foundation Grants Selection Committee will review all submissions.

2. Full Proposal:

   • By mid-March 2026, the Committee will invite selected applicants to submit Full Proposals.
   • Full Proposals must be submitted via the online portal by 5:00 p.m. EST on Monday, May 18, 2026.
   • Applicants not invited to submit Full Proposals will also be notified by mid-March 2026.
   • Final decisions will be communicated to all applicants in late December 2026.

📅 Application Deadline

• February 24, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View program details: The Covenant Foundation Signature Grants Program
• Apply here: Application Form

This is a fantastic opportunity for organizations involved in Jewish education to secure funding for innovative projects. Don’t miss the chance to apply!

• Signature Grant applicants may now request up to $225,000, with no more than $75,000 per year for up to three years.