Grants to Provide Humanitarian Assistance to Palestinians

The Jerusalem Fund provides small grants of up to $5,000 to support humanitarian relief, education, community development, and cultural preservation initiatives benefiting Palestinians in the West Bank, Gaza, Jerusalem, and refugee communities in Syria and Lebanon. The fund primarily supports vetted NGOs working directly in these regions, with an emphasis on grassroots impact. It operates across humanitarian aid, policy education, and cultural programming to strengthen Palestinian communities and global awareness.

What is The Jerusalem Fund?

The Jerusalem Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Palestinian humanitarian relief, education, community development, and cultural preservation.

Its grant program provides targeted funding to organizations working directly with Palestinian communities and refugees in the region and diaspora.

Core Mission Areas

1. Humanitarian Assistance

• Emergency relief for Palestinians in Gaza, West Bank, and Jerusalem
• Medical support and basic needs assistance
• Aid for Palestinian refugees in Syria and Lebanon
• Community-level development support

2. Education and Policy Awareness

• Public education programs in the United States
• Policy discussions and expert lectures
• Research and dissemination on Palestine-related issues
• Conferences and awareness-building initiatives

3. Cultural Preservation

• Support for Palestinian arts and heritage
• Film screenings, literature, and music programs
• Exhibitions through Gallery Al-Quds
• Cultural storytelling and identity preservation

Organizational Programs

The Jerusalem Fund operates through three integrated programs:

Humanitarian Link

• Raises funds for urgent relief efforts
• Supports medical and community-based assistance
• Focuses on direct humanitarian impact

The Palestine Center

• Based in Washington, D.C.
• Hosts lectures, conferences, and discussions
• Publishes research and policy analysis
• Focuses on public education and awareness

Cultural Programming (Gallery Al-Quds)

• Art exhibitions and cultural events
• Film and music programming
• Literary and artistic engagement
• Promotion of Palestinian identity and heritage

Grant Program Overview

Funding Amount

• Up to $5,000 per grant

Purpose of Funding

Grants support small-scale, high-impact initiatives in:

• Education
• Community development
• Cultural programming
• Humanitarian support activities

Who Can Apply?

Eligible Applicants

• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
• Civil society organizations
• Community-based organizations

Geographic Eligibility

• Organizations in the United States (limited eligibility)
• Strong preference for NGOs working directly in:
  • West Bank
  • Gaza
  • Jerusalem
  • Palestinian refugee communities in Syria and Lebanon

Key Requirement

• Organizations must be vetted and actively engaged in Palestinian-focused work

Funding Priorities

The Jerusalem Fund prioritizes projects that:

• Deliver direct humanitarian impact
• Strengthen community resilience and development
• Preserve Palestinian culture and identity
• Improve public understanding of Palestine globally
• Support grassroots civil society initiatives

Key Features of the Grant

• Small, targeted funding for grassroots impact
• Focus on Palestinian communities and diaspora
• Integration of humanitarian, educational, and cultural work
• Preference for organizations with direct field presence

How Funding is Used

Grants typically support:

• Project implementation costs
• Community programs
• Cultural events and materials
• Educational initiatives
• Local service delivery

Why This Grant Matters

• Supports underserved Palestinian communities
• Strengthens cultural identity preservation
• Provides flexible funding for grassroots NGOs
• Promotes global awareness of Palestine-related issues
• Bridges humanitarian aid and cultural education

Application Focus Areas

Successful proposals usually demonstrate:

• Direct community engagement
• Clear humanitarian or cultural impact
• Strong organizational capacity
• Alignment with Palestinian community needs
• Feasible, small-scale implementation plan

Conclusion

The Jerusalem Fund Grants Program provides essential small-scale funding for humanitarian, educational, and cultural initiatives supporting Palestinians in the region and diaspora. With a strong emphasis on grassroots impact, it plays a key role in strengthening community resilience, preserving cultural identity, and expanding global understanding of Palestinian issues.