The Jewish Community Foundation is the largest manager of charitable assets and provider of planned giving solutions for Southern California's Jewish philanthropists.

By partnering with The Foundation, you join other individuals and institutions committed to building resources to help repair the world, now and for generations to come. If you want to make a significant impact in the community - locally, nationally and in Israel - we are here to help.

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JQ International
JQ International
JQ International is a Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Jewish movement founded to foster a healthy fusion of GLBT and Jewish identity through opportunities to connect to Jewish life.


LA Youth Transition Action Team
LA Youth Transition Action Team
A program of the L.A. Youth Transition Action Team, Foster Youth Summer Jobs Plus is a six-week paid summer jobs program for 100 foster youth with follow-up support after completion.



30 Years After:
30 Years After: The Iranian-Jewish Community at a Crossroads, is increasing the participation of Iranian Jews in civic and political affairs and boosting their involvement in the greater L.A. Jewish community.

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Philanthropy In Focus

Giving In Tough Times Can Provide More for Your Heirs and Cut Taxes

Americans today are anxious about their money. Their stock values are falling and their 401(k) plans are so low that it's hard to open the quarterly statements. It may be the wrong time to think about charitable giving-or is it?

Tips for Discussing Estate Planning With Your Spouse

Engaging in a meaningful conversation with your spouse about estate planning can help you and the people and causes you care about benefit most.

When and How to Update Your Will

Your will, like many items, can become outdated. Here's how to ensure that your plans meet your current life circumstances and goals.

From the Desk of Marvin I. Schotland, President & CEO

Marvin I. SchotlandGrantmaking is at the core of our mission and the heart of what we do.

The main thrust behind The Foundation's Cutting Edge Grants Initiative during the past four years (2006-2009) as featured in our fall Legacy newsletter is our deep desire to encourage innovation and creativity, and support social entrepreneurs seeking to improve our community. Our goal is to help these grantees dream bigger, reach higher and ultimately become as successful as possible.

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