The St. Louis Jewish Community Inclusion Initiative is offering a second round of Inclusion Mini-Grants for 2016. The Inclusion Mini-Grants are aimed at helping Jewish agencies and organizations eliminate some of the barriers to active participation of individuals with disabilities and their families in the Jewish community.
This grant opportunity will allow Jewish organizations, schools and agencies to create a culture of inclusion and shift towards an environment where all are welcome. Grants range from $200 to $5,000 for eligible programs and activities, including: building accessibility; technology; support services; staff training; student support; transportation; inclusive programs.
In 2015, The St. Louis Jewish Community Inclusion Initiative awarded a total of $47,830 in grants to 15 Jewish schools, agencies and congregations for inclusive programs. This year, preference will be given to collaborative community programs. An agency that has received a 2015 Mini-Grant may reapply, but only for a new program or project. Only one application per agency will be considered.
All applicants must be 501c3 nonprofit organizations. No individuals or for-profit businesses, please. Inclusion Mini Grants applications are being accepted January 18 through February 29, 2016. To apply or learn more about the grants please visit JFedSTL.org/Inclusion. For more information, please contact Rinat Kisin at RKisin@JFedSTL.org.