Simple First Step
Read below to get your grant request started.

In its second year, the Lurie Micro-Grant Program Committee has launched a mid-year opportunity to apply for a Lurie grant, including a new first step to the making it easier for the applicant to begin the grant writing process. From now until the deadline of October 15 the committee will be accepting short narratives of your program ideas. Share with us an idea that captures something you are passionate about that you want to share with the members of TI. These one-paragraph overviews should include a short statement of your program idea, goals of the program and how members of Temple Israel will be engaged in the program. (see sample below) Once approved, a member of the committee will be assigned to to help the applicant develop their idea and complete the more comprehensive proposal. “We feel that by adding this first step we will assist the applicants in submitting proposals better suited for the selection of the grants.” stated Renee Resnik, grant administrator.

Project ideas can address a wide range of topics. Programs funded by the Lurie Micro-Grant to date include the Green Project, a temple wide recycling program, BREAD, a social advocacy program, the Transition Network Group, a job transitioning support group, and the most recent grant, the CSA Exchange, Temple Israel’s own collective organic gardening club. These diverse programs represent areas of connection for Temple Israel members of like interests. Opportunities for additional topical programs are as wide as the interests of our members.

Program ideas can be sent directly to Renee Resnik at resnikr@gmail.com. For more information please contact Renee at 525-9389.

Sample Grant Concept:

I would like to involve Temple Israel members in monthly Shabbat walks through various parks in the Columbus Metropolitan Parks. These walks would include a short family friendly Shabbat service, a guided walk led by a docent of the park and a time for refreshments and socializing. My goals include involving members of Temple Israel in an outdoor, spiritual, fun and family friendly event. Temple Israel members would not only participate in the walks but would also assist in the planning and execution of the walks including publicity, contacting the parks, arranging for the food and helping develop the short service.

Lurie Micro-Grant Vision Statement:

"Celebrating the rich history of Temple Israel and in the spirit of Reform Judaism which inspires new directions in Jewish religious life, the Lurie Micro-Grant Program encourages Temple Israel members and staff to create innovative programs which link their own personal passions with Judaism, Temple Israel, and the Central Ohio community.

We envision that the Lurie Micro-Grant Program will build communities of people with similar interests and strengthen their connection to Reform Judaism. We expect to deepen the quality of participation in temple life, and energize and motivate a broader base of members through new initiatives.

The Lurie Micro-Grant Program will transform Temple Israel into a visionary congregational and community leader."