Thank you for your interest in CFJS’s Grant Program. The deadline for applications is 5:00 pm EDT on February 25, 2026. After completing this application, a copy of your submission will be sent to your email address.
**If your organization is applying for a grant for the first time, you MUST first complete the Letter of Intent form found on the CFJS website and receive approval.
For our Foundation to make a decision regarding your application, you must include all information requested. The Board of Directors will review all applications. You will be notified of the Foundation’s decision in June 2026.
Only one application is required for multiple program/project requests.
CFJS is dedicated to enriching the lives of Jewish seniors residing in North and South Carolina communities through programs/projects that advance the Foundation’s mission.
Examples of programs and services for CFJS funding have included the following:
• Case Management with a licensed social or case worker
• Congregational Nursing Services
• Dementia or memory impairment services
• Group Day Care and Caregiver Respite
• Subsidized Food and/or Food Distribution
• Programming/Services targeting vulnerable population
• Combatting Isolation
• Transportation for Isolated Seniors
• Community building
• Judaic programming and learning
Programs and services given most consideration by CFJS include the following:
• Competent grant management and program oversight
• Demonstrable quantitative and qualitative impact
• Jewish senior specific
• Area uniqueness (non-duplicative of other area programs or services)
• Applicant organization financial commitment to the program
• Collaboration with other local organizations
• Synagogues and nonprofits in rural communities lacking Jewish social service support
• Vulnerable and/or isolated population
• Monetary support by participants
• Volunteer participation
CFJS is open to other innovative approaches.
THE AL HERMAN ANNUAL GRANT TO PROVIDE FOOD RELIEF FOR THE JEWISH NEEDY
CFJS designates one grant annually to be awarded in memory of Al Herman, Past President and long-time supporter of the Blumenthal Jewish Home for the Aged as well as a past member of the CFJS Board. In the event that none of the grant requests address food relief for the Jewish needy, the Board will, at its discretion, designate an alternate grant in memory of Al Herman.
THE AUDREY AND JEROME MADANS AWARD
CFJS designates a grant(s) from the Charlotte, NC, area annually to be awarded from a special endowment fund created by the Madans family.
FUNDING RESTRICTIONS
NO GRANTS ARE MADE TO INDIVIDUALS FOR ANY PURPOSE.
CFJS resources cannot be used for:
• The cost of nursing home care or other residential or medical care costs.
• Support of substantial construction, renovation, or capital campaigns.
• Partisan or “for-profit” organizations.
• Programs or services that are for non-Jewish seniors (clear majority of participants must be Jewish seniors)
DIRECTIONS and important items to remember:
• A qualifying organization can submit 1 application with requests for multiple programs/projects.
• Complete and submit an application with the required uploaded materials (list at end of application.)
• A legally recognized signature (electronic) is required on the Application Grantee Acknowledgement page. This acknowledges the information submitted is accurate and information will be provided upon request.
• Grant recipients will be announced by the end of June 2026.
• PLEASE complete the Income & Expenses Worksheet in full. If you need any clarification, please contact Rachel Wolf.
• Each organization MUST give quantifiable data on past grant impact and projections for the 2026 grant cycle. Contact Rachel Wolf for more details if needed.
• All grant recipients are responsible to provide requested feedback and/or additional due diligence on their program(s) by the deadline set by CFJS in order to receive a grant.
We are excited to learn more about your organization and the programs/projects you offer Jewish seniors within North and South Carolina. We look forward to reviewing your Grant Application.
If you have any questions concerning the grant or the application process, please email Rachel Wolf, Executive Director, at rwolf@carolinajewishseniors.org or 336-854-8400.