About Jewish Women's Foundation of New York

The Jewish Women's Foundation of New York imagines a world in which all women and girls in the Jewish community are ensured a healthy and supportive environment, a world in which we all have equal opportunity for economic, religious, social and political achievement.

To achieve our mission, JWFNY utilizes strategic and innovative grantmaking, education and advocacy, making JWFNY uniquely positioned to create lasting, system change.

JWFNY funds programs for women and girls in the Jewish community and beyond in four main areas: economic security; leadership and advancement; health and well-being; and, social entrepreneurship.