Community Innovation Grants
Calling all Jewish Social-Entrepreneurs in Summit County
The Jewish Community Board of Akron (JCBA) is calling all Jewish social-entrepreneurs in Summit County to apply for its Community Innovation Grants, a new program that bolsters big ideas and empowers individuals to think outside of the box for the benefit of our collective community.
Through this program, JCBA will support the three best ideas in:
- young family engagement,
- Israel and Jewish connections, and
- community volunteerism
with an award of up to $5,000 each, plus coaching support and a cohort of mentors.
In “Shark Tank” style, our Community Innovation Grants Committee will collectively select grantees and work with them to set goals that will result in big impact for our community.
Ready to apply?
Application Process Timeline:
- Applications will be accepted through Friday, October 11. (Applications available Sept. 1)
- Selected applicants are invited to a funder presentation in December 2019.
- Grant funding will be distributed in January 2020.
How to Apply:
- Online at www.jewishakron.org
Who is Eligible to Apply:
- Members of the Jewish community who reside in Summit County, including youth in grades 6 and up, are encouraged to apply.
Community Innovation Grants are supported by funds raised through JCBA’s annual campaign.
