Program areas at HGF
The pj library (pj for pajamas), in partnership with local communities provides families with high-quality children's books, music, and other resources that foster jewish learning and create a gateway for deeper engagement in jewish life. Pj library serves 172,654 families in 185 communities in The us and canada, and thousands of other families around The world. Pj library awarded over 200 grants to partnering organizations in The u.s. and canada and over 1,500 camp grants to children of pj library families to attend jewish summer camp.
Life & legacy assists communities across north america, through partnerships with jewish federations and foundations, to promote after-lifetime giving to build endowments that will provide financial stability to jewish day schools, synagogues, social service organizations, and other jewish entities. Through training, support and monetary incentives, this partnership program motivates jewish organizations to secure legacy gifts, steward donors, and integrate legacy giving into The philanthropic culture of The jewish community. This was formerly reported as part of The hgf awards program.
The jcamp180 provides mentoring services and challenge grants to nonprofit jewish overnight camps and other organizations. Jcamp180 focuses on strategic planning, leadership development, fundraising, and overall capacity building.
The hgf awards grants directly to individuals and organizations supporting initiatives locally, nationally, and in israel. These programs range from small individual campership to national organizational grants. Additionally, hgf provides funding and resources for philanthropic teen programs, cultural and art initiatives, and professional development and resource materials for educators.
Voices & visions pairs quotes and images to offer a new and dynamic vision to engage The jewish people in conversations regarding their own identities.