| Grant Recipient: | Silverlake Independent Jewish Community Center (SIJCC) |
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| Program: | Culture Lab |
| Grant Purpose: |
To engage 3,000 Jews who live on the East Side of Los Angeles through diverse cultural programming that appeal to varied interests of community members. Groups of 5 artists, culture makers and Jewish scholars from disciplines that include writing, visual arts, media arts, art in public spaces, dance, and theater, produce projects that explore Jewish topics and present their work at happenings throughout the year. |
| Award: | $250,000 |
| Website: | http://www.sijcc.net |
| Beneficiary: | All Ages |
| Field of Interest: | Jewish Continuity/Arts & Culture |
Founded in 1951, Silverlake Independent Jewish Community Center (SIJCC) serves as a gathering space for the local community; provides early childhood education to young children in the community; helps to develop a foundation for children and their families to explore Jewish culture; and shares the values and ethics of Jewish heritage through educational, recreational and social programming. The SIJCC welcomes people of all Jewish backgrounds.
The Culture Lab program engages 3,000 Jews who live on the East Side of Los Angeles through diverse cultural programming. Groups of 5 artists, culture makers and Jewish scholars from disciplines that include writing, visual arts, media arts, art in public spaces, dance and theater, produce projects that explore Jewish topics and present their works at happenings throughout the year.