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Our Story

In 2010, Joshua Venture Group will invest in eight leaders with unique ideas that we believe will significantly impact the Jewish world.

Social entrepreneurs selected to participate in our Dual Investment Program will receive over $100,000 in funding and support – including training, exposure and access to networks in the Jewish world – which will equip them to realize their visions and transform the Jewish landscape.

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Recent News

DIY Innovation in the Jewish Community

This month’s issue of Sh’ma features a roundtable discussion with a variety of key players involved in emerging communities, including our own Lisa Lepson.  Hear from funders, entrepreneurs, and social incubator directors about what defines Do-It-Yourself Judaism and the potential impact it has on Jewish communal infrastructure.

Read entire conversation on page 8.

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76 Applicants Advance to Stage 2!

The application launch for the 2010-2012 Dual Investment Program was incredible!  Approximately 130 social entrepreneurs from across the country submitted Venture Concept Papers and shared with us their visions that seek to transform the Jewish landscape.

After careful deliberation by Joshua Venture Group staff, 76 applicants advanced to Stage 2.  They will have four weeks to complete their Venture Proposals —…

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