Jim Farley Jewish Communal Professional Development Grant
The Jim Farley Jewish Communal Professional Development Grant empowers professionals working in Jewish nonprofits across San Diego County by providing access to high-impact development opportunities—ranging from training and mentorship to continuing education and leadership programs. Rooted in Jim’s deep passion for cultivating local Jewish talent and his unwavering commitment to the community, the fund uplifts those who are building a vibrant, resilient, and forward-thinking Jewish future. It also honors the enduring legacy of Toni and Lee Leichtag z”l, whose belief in investing in people laid the foundation for this important work.
The Jim Farley Jewish Communal Professional Development Fund will be held at the Jewish Community Foundation San Diego and the primary implementing partner will be JPro San Diego. JPro is a professional network for individuals who work for a Jewish communal organization in San Diego. The goal of JPro San Diego is to increase the sense of pride for working in the San Diego Jewish Community and support the growth of the talent in our field.
The grant is designed to support participation in a training, workshop, degree program, or certification offered by a recognized organization. Funds may be used to cover registration fees, travel, and related expenses. Funds will be distributed to your employer organization which must be a 501(c)(3) public charity. Your employer organization will receive and administer any funds granted by the Jim Farley Jewish Communal Professional Development Grant. Funds may only be used for a permissible charitable purpose.
Each year, the fund will distribute at least $12,500 with individual grants up to $2,500. Applications will be reviewed on a quarterly basis by a selection committee including members of the JPro team, Charlene Seidle, and Jim Farley.
Selected professionals will be invited to attend an annual luncheon with Jim Farley, invited guests, and the JPro team to share their experiences and celebrate their professional achievements.
Timeline:
- Round#1Submission deadline Friday March 13th, Decisions by March 31st
- Round#2 Submission deadline Friday June 12th, Decisions by Tuesday June 30th
- Round #3 Submission deadline September 18th, decisions by September 30th
- Round #4 Submission deadline December 4th, decisions by December 18th