Slingshot Fellowship

Experience a one-of-a-kind, customized program to equip young Jewish philanthropists with the leadership skills, philanthropic tools, and network they need to deepen their impact on Jewish life. 

Slingshot Fellowship | Cohort 4

Nominations for Cohort 4 of the Slingshot Fellowship are currently open. Self nominations are welcome. Click here to access the nomination form. 

For more information, contact Staci Eichelbaum Levine.

What We Offer

The Slingshot Fellowship is a 18-month program that includes three retreats with other young Jewish philanthropists and monthly webinars with top professionals. Fellows will develop technical philanthropic skills and build relationships with influential leaders in philanthropy, the Jewish community, and beyond.

What Participants Gain

  • A customized leadership assessment for young philanthropists to better understand their strengths, interests, and areas for growth
  • Knowledge of the roles, responsibilities, and influence young philanthropists have in the Jewish community
  • Relationships with senior leaders and/or foundation professionals in the Jewish community

Who Participants Are

This program is for:

  •  Young philanthropists between 23 and 39 years of age
  •  Funders ready to explore philanthropic identity
  •  Leaders who relate to philanthropy as an expression of Jewish values
  •  Donors who dedicate resources, time, money, and networks to help solve a problem in the world

Important Details

Dates 

Virtual Kickoff Event: Tuesday, February 9, 2027

Retreat 1: Friday, March 5 - Sunday, March 7, 2027 

Retreat 2: Friday, September 17 - Sunday, September 19, 2027 

Retreat 3: Friday, May 19 - Sunday, May 21, 2028 

Tuition 

Tuition for the Slingshot Fellowship is $15,000. This fee covers many aspects of the Fellowship experience, including:

  • Three immersive retreats, including lodging and meals
  • Monthly learning sessions with leading philanthropic and Jewish communal professionals
  • Personalized mentorship and coaching
  • Leadership assessments and individualized development planning
  • Program materials and resources
  • Access to a powerful network of peers, mentors, and philanthropic leaders

The program is designed for educational and charitable purposes. Participants may recommend a grant from a donor-advised fund to support all or a portion of the program tuition. For questions about tuition or payment options, please contact Alana Hollander. 

Participants are responsible for travel to and from Fellowship retreats. Tuition does not cover the full program costs. Thank you to the generosity of our donors, this fee is heavily subsidized. 

Current and Past Cohorts

The uniqueness of this program is that it is highly customized while taking place within a support system of peers.