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Marks Endowment Fellowship Application

The Marks Endowment Fellowship is an educational grant program for Jewish young adults, who wish to participate in immersive learning experiences in Israel. With individual awards of up to $2,000, The Marks Endowment Fellowship makes it possible for young Jews in the LA area to continue their education, while deepening their personal connection to Israel.

Since 1968, the Marks Endowment Fellowship has made it possible for young adults living in Los Angeles to travel to Israel in pursuit of their academic ambitions.

Made possible by a generous donation from Joshua Marks in honor of his father Sir Simon Marks, the Marks Endowment Fellowship grants offer young people the opportunity to further their education at a variety of Israeli institutes and programs of higher learning.

Eligibility
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Acceptance to a program in Israel — OR — approval of a research plan through a Los Angeles-based university.
  • Commitment to the LA Jewish community, demonstrated by prior involvement — OR — a planned, future commitment.
  • Residence in Los Angeles and plans to return immediately to Los Angeles. Gap year applicants are required to provide proof of plans to return to LA (i.e. university enrollment).
  • First-time participation in long-term Israel program.
  • Applications can be submitted at any time, but they must be received at least three months prior to travel.
  • Programs in Israel must have an American tax ID, as Fellowship funds cannot be sent directly to individuals, or to Israel.
  • Eligible programs my not exceed 12 months.
  • Fellowships may be combined with other scholarships and/or grants.
  • Applicants may only apply once, and only before the start of their intended program.

Submission Process
After completing the online application, candidates must provide the Federation with a copy of their letter of acceptance into their chosen program, a copy of their academic transcript, and two letters of recommendation specific to their program – one academic, and one personal.

Documents can be e-mailed to:

SubsidyOpps@JewishLA.org
— OR —
Hard copies can be sent to:
The Jewish Federation
C/O Sarah Austin
6505 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Please notify us via email if hard copies are sent.



 
1. Applicant Information *This question is required.
2. Please upload a current resume/CV. Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF files are preferable. *This question is required.
3. Are you currently enrolled in graduate school or do you have a graduate degree? *This question is required.
4. Graduate Studies Information *This question is required.
4. Have you been to Israel before? *This question is required.