Requests for Proposal
We want to nurture your success and innovation. Explore open opportunities to receive support from EarlyJ.
Currently accepting RFPs by invitation only.
Enrollment Growth Microgrant
Location: Bay Area, California
EarlyJ is pleased to launch the Enrollment Growth Microgrant opportunity for Bay Area Jewish preschools, exclusively available to graduates of our Early Childhood Higher Education Program and Jewish & Israel Cultural Ambassador Program. This initiative invests in targeted, measurable strategies to increase enrollment, strengthen recruitment pipelines, and reach new families while simultaneously elevating alumni leadership within their schools. By empowering program graduates to design and lead thoughtful enrollment initiatives, we aim to support both sustainable growth and the next generation of leaders in Jewish Early Childhood Education.
LOIs Due: Friday, April 10, 2026 by 9:00 PM PT. Microgrants will range from $2,000 to $5,000, depending on scope and clarity of impact.
Professional Marketing Support
Location: Bay Area, California
EarlyJ is seeking proposals from Jewish preschools in the Bay Area that are interested in strengthening enrollment through professional marketing support. By investing in expert marketing strategy and implementation through external consultants or expanded internal marketing capacity, we aim to help preschools increase overall enrollment, fill under-enrolled age groups, and build long-term sustainability. Recognizing that many directors lack the time or in-house expertise to lead this work independently, this grant is designed to provide the dedicated marketing resources necessary to elevate visibility, reach more families, and grow impact across the field of Jewish Early Childhood Education.
The LOI form is due by Wednesday, March 18, 2026 by 9:00 PM PT. Grants ranging between $5,000-$25,000 will be considered.
Extending Jewish ECE Hours
Location: Bay Area, California
EarlyJ is seeking proposals from Jewish preschools in the Bay Area that are interested in extending their hours to better meet the needs of families and enhance long-term sustainability. By supporting preschools in expanding their hours and available days of operation, we aim to increase access to Jewish ECE, improve enrollment and retention, and elevate the field.
The LOI form is due by Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM PT. Grants ranging between $10,000-$50,000 will be considered.
Expanding Infant and Toddler Programs
Location: Los Angeles, California
EarlyJ is seeking proposals from Jewish preschools in the Los Angeles area in either establishing new infant and toddler classrooms or expanding existing ones. Our goal is to increase capacity by investing in the necessary physical infrastructure to support high-quality care for children ages 0-2.
The LOI form is due by July 21, 2025 by 10:00 AM PT. Grants ranging between $10,000-$100,000 will be considered.
Jewish Parenting Centers for Families with Young Children
Location: Bay Area, California
EarlyJ is seeking proposals from Jewish preschools in the Bay Area interested in creating “Jewish Parenting Centers” within their preschools or host organizations, aimed at supporting families with children ages 0-2, as well as expectant parents.
Full proposals are due by January 31, 2025. Grants ranging between $10,000-$60,000 per annum will be considered.
Expanding Jewish Early Childhood Centers' Capacity
Location: Bay Area, California
EarlyJ is seeking proposals from existing and new Jewish preschools in the Bay Area that are interested in both increasing enrollment capacity and enhancing the overall quality of the educational experience.
Full proposals are due by March 22, 2024. Grants ranging between $10,000-$100,000 per annum will be considered.