Kelsey Smith

By Reiner Lily | December 7, 2021

Michael G. Smooke

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

Michael G. Smooke is a trustee and chair of the Capital Grants Committee at the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles. He is of counsel to the law firm Eisner Jaffe, a professional corporation, and vice-chair of its real estate practice group. Mr. Smooke has practiced in the area of real estate development, leasing and…

Andrea Sonnenberg

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

The Jewish community, working together, can help heal the world. I believe the Jewish Community Foundation is a manifestation of this model and of the command to be a light among the nations. Andrea Sonnenberg is the co-founder and CEO of Wise Readers to Leaders, a community-wide collaborative literacy program serving 450+ children from low-income…

Eugene Stein

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

As a member of The Foundation’s Investment Committee, I have helped maintain a disciplined investment process which has produced good investment results.  As a trustee, I am most proud to play a role in furthering The Foundation’s work in assisting Jewish philanthropists to be more effective and more strategic. Eugene Stein is president of the…

Naomi Strongin

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

The work I do daily, overseeing competitive grant programs, connecting thoughtful donors to amazing nonprofits, and facilitating values discussions for multigenerational families is incredibly meaningful and rewarding. As Vice President, Naomi Strongin oversees the Center For Designed Philanthropy, including the development and implementation of community grant programs, working with major fund holders, and providing philanthropic…

Richard S. Volpert

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

Richard S. Volpert’s law practice is focused primarily on the planning and development of large-scale real estate projects, including major office buildings, shopping centers and planned communities. Mr. Volpert, a partner in Glaser Weil’s Real Estate Department, plays a critical role in Los Angeles’ landscape, often taking part in many of the area’s most prominent…

Peter Weil

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

Peter Weil is managing partner of the law firm of Glaser Weil LLP and a senior partner in the Business Department. Mr. Weil has held leadership positions in prominent civic organizations, including president of the City of Los Angeles Planning Commission, chairman of the City of Los Angeles Board of Zoning Appeals, and member of the…

Barbi Weinberg

By nv_russ928 | November 3, 2021

Judy Weinstein

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

Cathy Siegel Weiss

By nv_russ928 | October 26, 2021

Cathy Siegel Weiss is a former Foundation Chair, current trustee, and co-chair of the Investment Committee. She is also a trustee of Pitzer College. Mrs. Siegel Weiss is extensively involved in the Jewish and civic arenas, and most recently served as co-chair of the Board of Trustees of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Among her many…