Advising Services
The Foundation recognizes that every person is unique when it comes to their charitable giving. Whether you are considering the best way to structure your charitable giving, exploring tax-efficient opportunities, supporting organizations you care deeply about, or planning a lasting legacy, we provide personalized guidance every step of the way.
Meaningful philanthropy starts with understanding what matters most to you.
At the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles, our team works closely with you and your family to understand your values, priorities, and charitable goals, helping translate your philanthropic vision into thoughtful action and long-term impact.
Through one-on-one partnership and deep philanthropic expertise, we help you navigate both the giving into your charitable fund and the giving out to the causes and nonprofits that matter most to you.
Our team takes the time to sit down with you, understand your goals, identify meaningful opportunities, and help create a plan aligned with your values, family priorities, and vision for impact.
Ready to Start the Conversation?
Whether you have a specific charitable goal or are simply exploring your options, our team is here to help.
Strategic Philanthropic Advisement
Thoughtful guidance to help you give with greater clarity, purpose, and impact.
- Customized giving strategies
- Value-based giving frameworks
- Nonprofit research and due diligence
- Grantmaking support
- Nonprofit matchmaking and introductions
- Issue area education and learning opportunities
Charitable Estate & Legacy Planning
Long-term philanthropic planning designed to align your charitable goals, financial priorities, and legacy.
- Tailored strategies for philanthropic impact
- Charitable gift planning
- Intergenerational family engagement
- Tax-optimization planning
- Complex asset donation support
- Charitable asset management
Your Advising Team
Philanthropy is deeply personal, and meaningful guidance starts with trusted relationships. Our multidisciplinary team brings expertise across charitable planning, nonprofit strategy, grantmaking, investments, complex assets, and community engagement to help support every aspect of your philanthropic journey.
Whether you are exploring new giving opportunities, planning a lasting legacy, navigating a major financial event, or looking for thoughtful guidance along the way, you will have direct access to experienced professionals who are here to help you give with greater clarity, purpose, and impact.
Naomi Strongin
Steve Gamer
Deborah Johnston
Natella Royzman
Patrick Auerbach
Ellen Rosen
Lewis Groner
Warren Fong
Charolette Friedman
Megan Davis
Marissa Nachman
Daniel Maya
Let’s Talk About What Matters Most to You
Whether you are planning your philanthropy today or building a long-term charitable legacy, our team is here to help you give with clarity, purpose, and confidence.