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.

Grantmaking in Action


Youth Ambassadors of College Knowledge
Youth Ambassadors of College Knowledge
This is a program of The Southern California College Access Network, an alliance of 20 nonprofit organizations collaborating to increase college access and success rates for low-income, disadvantaged youth.


JAI
The Quest for Transformational Jewish Art
A program of the Jewish Artists Initiative at USC, this program provides L.A. and Israeli Jewish artists with artists-in-residency and retreat opportunities, and arranges exhibitions and events that inspire dialogue about Jewish identity and culture. The program utilizes the Tel Aviv-Los Angeles Partnership framework to build a stronger connection with Israel.


Westside Infant Family Network
Westside Infant-Family Network(WIN)
WIN assists families with young children facing mental health issues exacerbated by poverty, homelessness, recent immigration, violence, and/or substance abuse. A clinical director provides greater professionalized services in infant mental health such as assessments and interventions

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If you are seeking support and/or resources for your innovative community improvement project, The Foundation may be able to help you. We have supported community projects - both Jewish and non-Jewish - locally and in Israel for more than 50 years.

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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Your will, like many items, can become outdated.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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