For Immediate Release
Contact:
Glenn Rosenkrantz,
646-245-8975 or glenn.rosenkrantz@gmail.com
THE GOOD PEOPLE FUND ANNOUNCES GRANTS TO 75 GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATIONS IN US AND ISRAEL
August 1, 2024 – The Good People Fund (GPF) today announced grants to 75 grassroots organizations in the United States and Israel addressing existing and emerging social and humanitarian needs with vision and impact.
From fighting hunger and antisemitism, to creating opportunity for vulnerable youth and LGBTQ+ individuals, GPF-supported organizations are uplifting lives and communities in unique, often replicable ways.
“GPF is a collective of what we call our ‘Good People’ — those who are moved by personal experience or exposure to embrace action and change. Each has devised a singular organization to fill a void, and make tremendous impact,” said Naomi Eisenberger, GPF Co-Founder and Executive Director.
“When we describe the Jewish value of tikkun olam — repair of the world — this is what it looks like. We are immensely proud to support and mentor each of them.”
Since its establishment in 2008, Millburn, NJ-based GPF has raised just over $31 million and has disbursed over $27 million to support and help grow 255 non-profit organizations primarily in the United States and Israel.
In the fiscal year that ended June 30, GPF raised just over $4 million, an amount driven in part by GPF donor response to needs in Israel following the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks. Of $4.2 million disbursed, $1.32 million was unrestricted, while $2.88 million was designated by donors to specific GPF grantee organizations.
GPF identifies often below-the-radar change-making organizations active in such crucial areas as ending hatred, uplifting vulnerable youth, facilitating refugee resettlement, advancing food justice, empowering women and girls, ensuring elder welfare, expanding inclusion, and more.
A full list of GPF grantees appears at www.goodpeoplefund.org. New organizations in the United States receiving GPF grants are:
Bagel Rescue, Brookhaven, GA — Aiming to reduce food waste and help feed people in need, Bagel Rescue’s volunteer corps collects excess bagels from partner bakeries in the metro Atlanta area and distributes them to food pantries, shelters and community outreach programs. A GPF matching grant covers some administrative expenses.
Elevate to Even Plus, Summit, NJ — Creating opportunities for underrepresented young adults and breaking cycles of social and economic inequality, Elevate to Even Plus facilitates paid internship work experiences for talented youth at nonprofit and for-profit organizations. A GPF matching grant covers the cost of an internship.
Inheritance Theater Project, New York, NY — Inheritance Theater Project is a national arts nonprofit that builds relationships across generational, racial, ethnic, religious, political and other cultural and societal divides through collaborative playmaking. A GPF matching grant is directed at administrative expenses.
Rekindle, Beachwood, OH — Rekindle Fellowship brings members of the Black and Jewish communities together to dismantle barriers, rebuild their historic relationship, strengthen the social fabric, and accelerate positive change across Cleveland and elsewhere in the US. A GPF matching grant is supporting formation of a new cohort.
Selah Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY — A spiritual community for people in recovery and those who are near to them, Selah Brooklyn embraces Jewish tradition to frame healing. A GPF matching grant covers some administrative expenses.
Shtetl, Teaneck, NJ — Shtetl is a non-profit media outlet serving as a free press for the Haredi community of New York and beyond, and a source of knowledge for the broader Jewish world, policy makers and the general public. A GPF matching grant covers some administrative expenses.
Streetscape, Boulder, CO — Led by individuals who have personally experienced homelessness, Streetscape provides vital support services to people who are currently homeless, and those who have transitioned into permanent supportive housing, to empower them to regain stability and transform their lives. A GPF grant is helping to purchase supplies for people living on the streets and in transitional housing.
The Konnection, Detroit, MI — The Konnection aims to improve Detroit students’ academic performance and school attendance by providing after-school mentoring programs, school-wide competitions, resources for basic needs, and travel opportunities to expand students’ horizons. A GPF grant is directed at administrative expenses and clothing for the Konnection Kloset.
Women Palante, Rockville, MD — Women Palante helps Latina women to become successful entrepreneurs while centering their wellness and personal development. A GPF matching grant covers some administrative expenses.
New organizations in Israel receiving GPF grants are:
A New Dawn in the Negev, Rahat — A Bedouin-Jewish community development organization, A New Dawn in the Negev promotes co-existence and advances education, employment and leadership to help Bedouin youth break the cycle of poverty and become engaged members of Israeli civil society. A GPF matching grant supports the training of trauma counselors.
Collective Lavo B’tov, Harish — Recognizing that individuals with disabilities are often isolated, Collective Lavo B’Tov works within a broader ecosystem to provide them with a community of compassion and caring. A GPF grant offsets some administrative expenses.
Israel Lemonade Fund, Jerusalem — The Israel Lemonade Fund gives non-medical financial assistance to breast cancer patients who are in economic crisis and cannot afford basic living expenses. A GPF matching grant covers some administrative expenses.
Sport-Bridge to Education (Kfar-Shmaryahu) — Operating in youth villages for vulnerable youth, Sport-Bridge to Education runs sports programs to instill values of discipline, aspiration and success. A GPF grant is helping to fund a program at an additional youth village
The Good People Fund, founded in 2008, is inspired by ordinary people with extraordinary drive to make deep, uplifting impact in communities in the United States, Israel and elsewhere around the world. We find them, support them, counsel them … and watch as lives are changed and new and creative ways of addressing social and economic challenges take root and flourish. Our driving value is tikkun olam – repair of the world – and our extended family of visionaries, supporters and donors embrace the notion that small actions lead to huge impacts.
