List of Available College Scholarships

Our College Scholarship Program continues to grow each year. We are proud to be the largest provider of college scholarships for Jewish students in Texas and yet can use our knowledge to create scholarships for larger demographics as well. While most of these scholarships allow students in the DFW area to receive funding and recognition for their academic excellence, we now have many funds that can award students from around the county.

At present, we are in the process of reviewing applicants for our spring reception which will be held on June 13 at the Aaron Family JCC. For the first time ever there are more than 70 scholarship awards that we hope to grant. While many of these funds have been around for close to 40 years, we have some new scholarship funds. The first is on a national level for a female business or entrepreneur student - the GJ Hecht Scholarship for Empowered Women to Make a Difference on the Planet. Another new one, the Menaker Family Scholarship Fund was created for graduate students pursuing a master’s degree in the field of Social Service, Public Health Administration, or a field that would help the student expand their career for the greater good of the community at any university in the United States. The Michaels Family Scholarship for Indigenous Students Fund was set up to reward the academic achievements of Native American and Indigenous students from Texas and Oklahoma. Lastly the Joan and Bernard White Jewish Future Fund is to help local Dallas students by promoting Jewish life through Jewish education, programs in Israel, March of the Living, and Jewish summer camps.

In addition, changes were made to two funds established a few years ago, to go to any student who will take a Holocaust education class in college. The Gregory Jacobs Scholarship Fund shows preference to local students taking a class on the Holocaust while the Andrew S. Jacobs Scholarship Fund is for students from anywhere in the United States. We are fortunate to have such creative and passionate donors who care for students’ future.  Look forward to seeing you all June 13^th for the scholarship reception. RSVP 

Below are the many scholarships available. The application form will ask questions to determine which scholarships a student qualifies for so that students need to submit only one application.

Farra Julianne Bloom Memorial Endowment Benefiting Children of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1994

Established in memory of Farra Julianne Bloom by her family to honor the love Farra had for children and her work at Camp Chai. The recipient of this award worked as a counselor at Camp Chai the preceding summer.

Central American Immigrant Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2018

The Central American Immigrant Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation will help Central American immigrants, who have achieved legal status in the US, attend college. First priority will be given to immigrants who have achieved legal status as a result of legal proceedings for asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status filed by Foley Gardere, formally known as Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP. Second priority is for immigrants residing in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area who achieved legal status as a result of asylum or SIJS proceedings.

Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2020

Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust has established this scholarship as a legacy in honor of Dorace and Morton Fichtenbaum and their lifelong commitment to the local community. This scholarship supports Doctoral or Masters students conducting extensive research on special education for children and studying within the state of Texas.

Cyd and Cliff Friedman Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2021

This scholarship was established for students who are completing 60 college credits at a local community college to be used towards their pursuit of a bachelor's degree at a local college or university. 
 

Louise Gartner Memorial Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2020

Gigi Gartner established an endowed scholarship fund to honor her late mother Louise Gartner’s legacy of giving back to the community and lifelong passion for health and nutrition. Students must major or minor in nutrition, holistic medicine, or closely related nutrition-based program.

Frank Gilford Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1982

Established in memory of Frank Gilford, a local young man who fulfilled his dreams of becoming an Israeli citizen and a member of the Israel Defense Force. This scholarship is for a student who is majoring in Jewish studies in Dallas or studying in Israel.

Joe Goldstein Memorial Scholarship in Fashion and Retailing of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1986

Established in memory of Joe Goldstein in Honor of his Life-Long Efforts on Behalf of the Jewish Community Center of Dallas and the Advancement of Higher Education. Preference given to upperclassmen.

Annette Golman Jayson and Frances Goodman Golman Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2005

Hal and Janine Jayson lovingly honor the memory of Hal's mother, Annette Golman Jayson, and his aunt, Frances Goodman Golman who both lived lives dedicated to Judaism. The scholarship is for a Jewish undergraduate or graduate student to participate in academic study in Israel. Special consideration will be given to women who demonstrate academic merit, financial need, and community involvement.

Joe H. Golman Leadership and Community Service Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2000

Hal and Janine Jayson lovingly honor the memory of Hal's uncle Joe H. Golman, a dedicated community leader, with a scholarship to a Jewish high school senior who has demonstrated leadership potential and community involvement.

David L. Goodman Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2014

David L. Goodman established a scholarship fund for the purpose of making a measurable, positive difference in deserving students' lives by easing their financial burdens.

Donald J. Grossfeld Memorial Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1995

The family of Donald J. Grossfeld established this fund in his memory to perpetuate his long time, ongoing support for Southern Methodist University. This scholarship is for a Jewish student that is a sophomore or above.

Elia Gurvetch Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community, established 2012

Scholarship created in memory of Elia Gurvetch to allow a visually impaired student the financial assistance to pursue a higher education.

GJ Hecht Scholarship for Women to Make a Difference on the Planet, A Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2022

GJ Hecht established this scholarship to honor women who have the strength, courage, and confidence to blaze a path in business and entrepreneurship with the desire to have an impact on the world. This scholarship will support undergraduate female students majoring in business or entrepreneurship and are making a difference in one's community and our planet through their vision and entrepreneurship.

Deborah S. Hersh Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2016

Ira Silverman and Paula Donovitz established this scholarship for Jewish students from small communities in honor of Deborah, a former DJCF employee and current board member of DJCF who was raised in a small Jewish community in Waco, Texas. This award is for Jewish students from small Jewish communities and towns, as defined as communities with two or fewer Jewish congregations.

Andrew S. Jacobs Holocaust Memorial Scholarship Fund, A Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2021

The Andrew S. Jacobs Philanthropic Fund created this fund to honor and remember Holocaust survivors and victims. This fund benefits students that will complete at least one Holocaust class next school year anywhere in the country. 

Ginger Chesnick Jacobs Archivist Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2021

Andrew Jacobs, obm, created this scholarship fund to honor his dear mother’s memory. In recognition of Ginger's passion for archival preservation, particularly as it relates to the Jewish community, this fund will support students studying library sciences, museum studies, oral history, archival management, archival sciences, preservation or a similar major in undergraduate, graduate, and graduate certificate programs from anywhere in the country.

Award Amount: $900
Education Level: Undergraduate and Graduate Students

Gregory R. Jacobs Scholarship Fund, a Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2021

Bill Jayson Jewish Studies Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2003

Hal and Janine Jayson lovingly honor the memory of Hal's father, Bill Jayson, who served as an inspiration to him and to many others in the Dallas Jewish community. The family has provided a scholarship for undergraduate or graduate-level students who are pursuing education in a formal Jewish studies program.

Louise Adelle Jacobs Jayson Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2015

Melinda Jayson established this scholarship to honor the memory of her mother, Louise Adelle Jacobs Jayson. Mrs. Jayson flourished as an artist, creating works in oils and pastels, and was an accomplished china painter, as well as being a member of multiple art guilds. This scholarship is intended to carry on her passion and education for Visual or Fine Arts.

Rose and Alex Jonas Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2008

Established by Veronique and Hylton T. Jonas to enable students to attend the university or college of their choice at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Feroza Kazemi Bittner and Massuma Kazemi Scholarship for Excellence Fund of the Southwest Community Foundation, established 2022

Dr. Feroza Bittner and Dr. Massuma Kazemi established this scholarship to reward the academic achievements of dedicated students from Berkner High School in Richardson, Texas. Drs. Bittner and Kazemi's family placed great significance on education and this scholarship is an extension of their family's commitment to education.

Sam and Anne Kesner Texas A&M Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1995

Established by Sam and Anne Kesner, visionary community leaders dedicated to improving other people's lives. This scholarship is for a Jewish student attending Texas A&M University, Sam's alma mater.

Marsha Kivowitz Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2010

Stacey and Donald Kivowitz established this fund in memory of Marsha Kivowitz to provide a scholarship to a student pursuing a career in education that has demonstrated academic excellence.

Stacey and Donald Kivowitz Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2010

Established by Stacey and Donald Kivowitz, this scholarship provides four awards for outstanding students who are driven to strive for excellence.

Ginger Siegel Kottwitz Theatre Arts Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2019

The family members of Ginger Siegel Kottwitz lovingly honor Ginger’s love for theatre, a passion also shared with her granddaughter, Kimberly. This scholarship is for an undergraduate or graduate student who is majoring in theatre or musical theatre at either a four-year university or The Juilliard School.

Barbara Calick and Deborah Levy Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2005

In 2005, Hilma B. Levy (obm) and Walter J. Levy established a scholarship in loving memory of their daughter, Barbara K. Calick. Recently, this fund received a generous bequest from the estate of their daughter, Deborah L. Levy, Ph.D. (obm). The scholarship has thus been renamed and is able to grant two scholarships. 

Frances A. and Joseph B. Levy Family Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2020

Because of their love of animals, Frances and Joseph Levy have established this scholarship for future veterinarians enrolled in an accredited veterinary program from anywhere in the county.

Ben and Dorothy Lewis Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2002

Established in memory of Ben and Dorothy Lewis, two outstanding leaders of the Jewish community, this scholarship is for a student pursuing a career as a Jewish community professional.

Julie G. Lowenberg Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2007

Established in honor of Julie Lowenberg, this scholarship is for an undergraduate or graduate student who has a commitment and motivation to learn.

Menaker Family Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2022

The Menaker family established this scholarhsip for graduate students pursuing a Master's degree in the field of Social Service, Public Helath Adminstration, or a related subject with the hope of enabling a deserving student the opportunity to expand their profession for the greater good of the community.

Michaels Family Scholarship for Indigenous Students Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2022

Michaels Family Scholarship for Indigenous Students Fund was set up to reward the academic achievements of Native American and Indigenous students within the United States.

Frances Olsan Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1986

Established in memory of Frances Olsan, this scholarship is for an undergraduate or graduate student.

One at a Time Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2007

Established by Sharon Roth and Brad Roth, this scholarship fund was born from the simple hope that education is the answer to many of today's social problems. The naming of One at a Time comes from a belief that each of us must take personal responsibility to change the world, one person at a time.

Arnold and Ruth W. Pian Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2007

Sally L. Pian and Ira W. Silverman established this scholarship as a lasting tribute to Sally's parents with the hope of increasing the number of practicing physicians by enabling deserving students to attend the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.

Hedy and Fred Reisberg Scholarship Fund in Honor of their Children & Grandchildren of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1995

Established by Hedy and Fred Reisberg, this scholarship provides two outstanding Jewish students the opportunity to attend the university or Yeshiva of their choice.

Roffman Family Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2018

The Roffman family has established this scholarship to help a Jewish undergraduate, graduate or professional school student in need and who excels academically.

Roffman Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2018

This scholarship was created by the Roffman family to assist an ethnic or racial minority student attend college.

Saffran Family Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1995

Established by the Sy Saffran family in memory of Bernard, Elinor and Linnea Saffran. This scholarship is awarded to a Jewish high school senior who has shown exceptional commitment to their community with their involvement in religious or community organizations.

Martin Samuelsohn Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1995

Established by Martin Samuelsohn to award a Jewish student enrolled at his alma mater, Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law.

Fannie Schaenen Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2002

Established in memory of long-time donor, Fannie Schaenen, to provide a scholarship for a deserving Jewish student enrolled in an institution of higher learning. Fondly referred to as the “Lioness of Judah,” Fannie was known on a national and international level for her leadership and commitment to Israel and her scholarship is for a well-deserved Jewish student.

Mickey and Ruth Schimmel Memorial Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1994

This scholarship was established by the family of the late Mickey and Ruth Schimmel. The Schimmels grew up during the Depression, which made attending college impossible for either of them. Yet they were both able to succeed. It's the family's hope that two special, motivated students can reach their dreams with this scholarship.

Celia Roosth Schoenbrun Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2002

Established in honor of Celia Roosth Schoenbrun, this scholarship is awarded to a deserving Jewish student to enable them to attend the university or college of their choice.

Carole Rolnick Shlipak Academic and Community Service Achievement Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2020

This scholarship was established to honor Carole Shlipak by her family. The scholarship will support undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate an excellence in academics, service and aspire to have a career in community service. Preference is given to Jewish students or applicants from Irving.

Louis Shlipak Healthcare Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2020

The Shlipak family has established a scholarship fund to honor their late father and husband Louis Shlipak. This scholarship will help undergraduate and graduate students to achieve a career in medicine or healthcare field. Preference is given to Jewish students or applicants from Irving.

Abner and Fortunee Soriano Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2010

Established by Veronique and Hylton Jonas in memory of Veronique's parents who were committed community leaders and supporters of Israel. This scholarship is awarded to a deserving Jewish student enrolled in an institution of higher learning.

Edith and Herbert Stehberg Grant Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1993

Established by the Trustees of the Edith and Herbert Stehberg Charitable Trust, this scholarship gives four awards to undergraduate students at any institution of higher learning.

Dorothy and Louis Suckle Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1999

Established by Dorothy Suckle to provide scholarships to four Jewish students for their education.

Stephen L. Suckle Israeli Student Scholarship Fund, established 2014

The trustees of the DJCF established this scholarship fund to help Jewish students in North Texas, who are Israeli born or have Israeli parent(s), attend college.

Dale and Harold Topletz College Scholarship Fund of the Southwest Community Foundation, established 2017

As a loving legacy to their parents Dale and Harold, children Vicki, Dennis and Steve Topletz established this scholarship to help students obtain higher education and become successful and caring citizens.

Solomon and Rebecca Topletz Scholarship Fund of the Southwest Community Foundation, established in 2017

In memory of grandparents Solomon and Rebecca, grandchildren Vicki, Dennis and Steve Topletz created this scholarship to enable students to obtain higher education and become successful and caring citizens.

UBS Corporate Endowment Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2003

Established by UBS Financial Services Inc. to provide a scholarship for a student to fulfill their dream of attending college.

Joan Neustadt Weil Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2015

This scholarship was established by Joan Neustadt Weil for undergraduate studies at the University of Oklahoma.

Gerardo and Helga Weinstein Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 1993

Established by Gerardo and Helga Weinstein to provide a scholarship for higher education based on academic merit, financial need, and community involvement.

Joan and Bernard White Jewish Future Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2022

Joan and Bernard White created this endowment to promote Jewish life through Jewish education, programs in Israel, March of the Living, and Jewish summer camps. 

Harold Zweig/Russell Dallen Scholarship Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation, established 2021

Robin and Louis Zweig established a scholarship fund to honor their fathers, Harold Zweig and Russell Dallen. This scholarship will support a Jewish student wanting to attend graduate school, who has exemplary academic achievements, and who is making a difference in the community.