This article was originally published in Jewish Journal. Click here to view the article on their website. by Lew Groner, Vice President The Time: 9 a.m., Wednesday, January 8 The Place: Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles, 8657 West Pico Boulevard The Occasion: Bris of baby boy Muchnik, son of Rabbi Eli and Bassie Muchnik, founders…
This Chanukah, The Foundation awarded grants to four exceptional organizations dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk youth in Israel. In the wake of the devastating events of October 7th, much government and private funding has been diverted to emergency relief efforts. While this is critical and necessary, it has left some youth-focused programs underfunded.…
In 2024, the Jewish Community Foundation launched a Hardship Relief Fund to provide vetted organizations with funding for urgent, one-time financial assistance to individuals and families facing significant financial obstacles. The Foundation directed $1 million of endowment funds towards these grants, awarded to 30 nonprofits in Los Angeles to address critical needs such as food…
We were thrilled to host one of the most renowned Jewish leaders of our time, Natan Sharansky, at the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles. In a recent article about the event, Jewish Journal reporter and Foundation client, Judy Gruen, captures the essence of his insightful and inspiring remarks. “There is a huge attempt to…
JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF LOS ANGELES AWARDS $4.3 MILLION IN GRANTS TO 87 NONPROFITS IN LOCAL JEWISH COMMUNITY AND ISRAEL ——– Record number of grants distributed in The Foundation’s 70-year history reflects an unwavering dedication to the well-being of the Jewish people LOS ANGELES (Sept. 26, 2024) – The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles…
As we enter the holiday season, The Foundation is proud to support extraordinary programs that foster meaningful impact across the Jewish community. 2024 High Holiday Grant Recipients In honor of the High Holidays, The Foundation is making grants that 1) provide meals for hungry families In Israel and 2) empower Jews locally and worldwide…
“We have been kvelling these past couple of days after receiving this incredible grant to support staff. The air of relief and the openness this grant presents us with is truly a catalyst for a sea change in our institution. This grant gives our staff and faculty the confidence they need to begin a new…
This article was originally published in Jewish Journal. Click here to view the article on their website. Adas Torah Synagogue, Sinai Temple and the Simon Wiesenthal Center are among the recipients. The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles and the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles announced on July 10 that $1.3 million in security…
Our Jewish community has been facing unprecedented antisemitism, violent demonstrations, and worrying acts of aggression, which have required a rapid and comprehensive response. The Foundation, in a unique and unprecedented partnership with JFEDLA and the Tepper Foundation, has therefore directed $1.3 million to improve security measures at Jewish institutions across Los Angeles that serve children.…
We’re pleased to share a new article by Naomi Strongin, Vice President of the Center for Designed Philanthropy, entitled “Directing Philanthropy in the Shadow of October 7” published June 6, 2024 in the Jewish Journal. Naomi says “Each one of us has the individual capacity to make a difference, turn tragedy into action, and, in…