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Fund for Professional Development

The Fund for Professional Development was established in 2021 in honor of Marci Mayer Eisen’s 40th work anniversary in the St. Louis Jewish community.

Staff members currently employed by a Jewish organization in St. Louis may apply for a scholarship up to $1500 to support participation in a class, workshop, conference, leadership program or Israel educational trip. The Fund is intended to support a professional development experience that the staff person otherwise would not be able to access.

Application Deadline: March 15, 2026 for 2026

Scholarship Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be employed for at least one year within the St. Louis Jewish community
  • Work a minimum of 20 hours per week (year-round or during the school year)
  • Submit a completed application form with supervisor approval
  • Complete an evaluation form within one month following the educational experience
  • Return any allocated funds that are not used

Apply For Professional Development Funds

Name
The Professional Development Scholarship may be requested for up to $1,500. We encourage applicants to request only the amount needed to help subsidize the opportunity, allowing us to support as many professionals as possible.
If partial funding is provided
Does your supervisor support this opportunity?
Direct Supervisor's Name
Scholarship Agreement(Required)
If selected, I agree to complete an evaluation form within one month following the educational experience and I agree to return any allocated funds that are not used.

Jewish Federation of St. Louis Staff Support