Right Start 2023-2024 Applications are now being wait listed; however you are encouraged to submit an application because there may be movement
on the list.
For more information, please email rachel@jewishportland.org
For those who qualify, Right Start will provide funding to help you ensure your child has the right start on developing a life rooted in Jewish values and traditions.
Right Start will provide qualifying families
with up to ...
$500
for a child who attends 2 days/week
$1,000
for a child who attends 3 days/week
$1,500
for a child who attends 4 days/week
$2,000
for a child who attends 5 days/week
To be eligible your child must be ...
• Enrolled in a participating Jewish infant care, toddler care, or preschool for the first time. Grant is available one time per family.
• Enrolled in a class where the child attends independently and meets at least 2 days per week. The program may be half-day or full-day.
• A member of a family where at least one parent identifies as Jewish.