JFM Supports Community!

In 2006, Siloam Mission launched its School of Expressive Arts, a place of creative expression, transition and healing for its patrons - Winnipeg's poor and homeless. In 2008, a $10,000 grant from the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, allocated by David and Ruth Asper, allowed the program to add much needed supplies, cupboards, easels and stools to its school. Read more...

XRKade™ Grant To Help Engage Teens

The future of fitness has arrived in Winnipeg! The Rady Jewish Community Centre received a $15,000 grant from the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba for a unique exercise opportunity aimed particularly at teens. The XRKade™ is an interactive exercise zone that uses various game stations and programs to engage youth, both physically and mentally. Read more..

Grant Deadline Approaching!

The next Jewish Foundation grant deadline is January 15, 2009. Thanks to the generosity and vision of our many donors, over $400,000 will be available in grant funding for 2009! Read more..

Marsha Cowan, CEO of the Jewish Foundation presents a grant cheque to Anita Corda, Assistant Director of the Aleph Bet Daycare for their Green Garden Getaway project, an interactive outdoor learning space.

Camp Massad Receives a Facelift

A $30,675 grant from the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba allowed Camp Massad to undergo long-overdue infrastructure upgrades to the aging facility. Upgrades included re-roofing the "oolam", the main programming venue, and air-conditioning for the camp kitchen. Read more..

Gwen Secter Centre Reaches Endowment Fund Goal

Active seniors in Winnipeg's Jewish community will continue to enjoy the wonderful programs and services offered at the Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre! The Centre took the bold and visionary step of building a substantial endowment fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba; a "savings account" that will help to ensure its long-term viability and stability. Read more..

Year End Message From the JFM

As we come to the end of this year, we are thinking of you, our community. There is much in our world to cause pain and turmoil, much to cause worry and fear. We anticipate better times ahead. As you know, the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba is here for the long term. Our work continues...because of the vision of our founders, the generosity of our donors, and the foresight of our leaders. We will continue to distribute grants and scholarships and to effectively steward our assets. We wish you a happy Chanukah and a peaceful 2009, and we thank you for your support.