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Dorot Fellowship

Leadership fellowship for young Jewish changemakers
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 36,500
Timeline
  • Closing date : January 15, 2026
Location
Canada

Overview

The Dorot Fellowship offers up to $7,000 for a Personal Learning Program and a $29,500 living stipend. It supports ten months of leadership development, learning in Israel, and self-directed activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop team skills
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 36,500 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : January 15, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Self-directed personal learning activities
  • Leadership development and coaching
  • Jewish learning and Israel learning
  • Volunteering and community engagement
  • Group seminars, retreats, and community days

Documents Needed

  • Written application
  • Video submission
  • Three references
  • Pre-application questionnaire

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • American Jews
  • Canadian Jews
  • Non-American or non-Canadian citizens with prior approval

Who is not eligible

  • People who are not Jewish
  • Applicants outside the age range of 22 to 30
  • Applicants who do not intend to reside in North America
  • People without prior approval where required

Eligible expenses

  • Personal Learning Program costs, up to $7,000
  • Living expenses in Israel
  • Travel to New York City for orientation
  • Travel to and from Israel
  • Food and transportation during group convenings

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Expenses not pre-approved under the Learning Stipend
  • Remuneration for volunteering
  • Degree-seeking programs during the fellowship

Eligible geographic areas

  • North America
  • Israel

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed through multiple stages, including a pre-application questionnaire, written application, and interviews.
  • Qualified candidates move from Round One to Round Two, then to a Finalist Interview.
  • Applicants are notified of interview and final decisions on the published timeline.
  • Acceptance comes with a fellowship schedule and contract terms.

Additional information

  • Applications are by invitation only.
  • Unsolicited proposals are not accepted.
  • Applicants may need prior approval if they are non-American or non-Canadian citizens.
  • Selected fellows receive a fellowship contract upon acceptance.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the Dorot Fellowship Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Dorot Fellowship. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Dorot Fellowship?

The Dorot Fellowship offers up to $7,000 for a Personal Learning Program and a $29,500 living stipend. It supports ten months of leadership development, learning in Israel, and self-directed activities.

How much funding can be received?

Dorot Fellowship Funds up to $36,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Dorot Fellowship program?

To be eligible for the Dorot Fellowship program, you must: Jewish applicants only Age 22 to 30 North American citizenship or approved exception

What expenses are eligible under Dorot Fellowship?

Self-directed personal learning activities Leadership development and coaching Jewish learning and Israel learning Volunteering and community engagement Group seminars, retreats, and community days

Who can I contact for more information about the Dorot Fellowship?

You can contact Dorot Foundation (DFI) by email at dfi@dorot.org or by phone at (401) 351-8866.

Where is the Dorot Fellowship available?

The Dorot Fellowship program is available across Canada.

Who are the financial supporters of the Dorot Fellowship?

Dorot Fellowship is funded by Dorot Foundation (DFI)