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Dorot Fellowship
Leadership fellowship for young Jewish changemakers
Funding available
$ 36,500
Deadline
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 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
Official resources
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
Selection criteria
- Ability to deal with challenge
- High emotional intelligence
- Leadership and social change potential
- Eagerness to learn and grow
- Ability to contribute to the DFI community
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the application process
- Check the published eligibility and timeline.
- Confirm whether prior approval is needed for your situation.
- Step 2: Complete the application materials
- Fill out the pre-application questionnaire.
- Prepare the written application and video submission.
- Provide three reference contacts.
- Step 3: Submit through the application portal
- Apply online through the SurveyMonkey Apply portal.
- Submit all required materials before the deadline.
- Step 4: Participate in interviews
- Attend the interview rounds if selected.
- Follow the notifications for each stage of the process.
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
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)