Thursday, September 9, 2021 The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles (The Foundation) today announced that it has awarded $3.7 million in grants to 44 local organizations, including 21 Jewish nonprofits and 23 synagogues, as they recover from the pandemic. This represents both the largest amount and the greatest number of recipients ever awarded by…

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles (The Foundation) today announced the promotion of Naomi Strongin to vice president of its Center for Designed Philanthropy (the Center). A 12-year veteran of The Foundation, Strongin had most recently served as the Center’s acting director. In her new position, Strongin will oversee a portfolio of responsibilities that…

The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles (The Foundation) today announced it has awarded a record $1 million to seven local nonprofits that address issues related to education equity. The funding supports community-led organizations that connect students with strong mentors, focus on the specific needs of young people of color, increase access to health services…