Spark 2026

About this archived opportunity

ABOUT THE GRANTS The Hadassah Foundation (the Foundation) is requesting proposals for its Spark Grants process, which awards unrestricted grants to organizations based in Israel or the United States with modest budgets or in early stages of development. Spark Grants allow the Foundation to invest in new and timely ventures that address pressing issues impacting women and girls. Grant proposals will be accepted until Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 12:00 pm ET. Proposals must be completed and submitted on this site (Submittable). Download a PDF of the RFP and application questions here. The Foundation welcomes proposals from organizations that: Work within the United States Jewish community or are based in Israel. Utilize a gender lens throughout their work by recognizing the ways gender influences people’s needs, causes differing outcomes, and underlies various assumptions and norms. Have key initiatives that improve the status and lives of women and girls by building on their unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences. Create social change by addressing the underlying obstacles that impede people’s full participation in society. Display innovation, address a gap in the field, and/or focus on an emergent issue disproportionately impacting women and girls. We anticipate awarding three (3) Spark Grants of $20,000 each. The grant cycle is 18-months, beginning in February 2027 and ending in July 2028. Submissions close Sep 8, 2026.