LEG CY Welcome to Legacy magazine — a thoughtful look at issues facing the modern philanthropist. We hope you find it engaging and informative as you consider your charitable planning. Please contact our giving experts at development@jewishfoundationla.org for strategic philanthropic advising.
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FEATURE STORY Why Grantmaking Is More Than Just Funding by Naomi Strongin
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MEET OUR NEW TRUSTEES
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GAINING PERSPECTIVE
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CONVERSATIONS WITH OUR DONORS
Jeffrey Kinrich and Nurit Robin
Choosing Foundation Grantees by Grants Committee Chairs
Meet Pam & Evan Kaizer
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MAXIMIZING IMPACT
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ISRAEL PASSOVER GRANTS
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UKRAINE AID
Ask Our Experts Meet Our New Israel Consultant
Addressing Food Insecurity
How You Can Help
About The Jewish Community Foundation Established in 1954, the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles manages charitable assets of $1.5 billion entrusted to it by 1,400 families. The Foundation partners with donors to shape meaningful philanthropic strategies, magnify the impact of giving, and build enduring charitable legacies. In 2021, The Foundation and its donors distributed $120 million to more than 2,000 nonprofits that span the range of philanthropic giving. Over the past 10 years, it has distributed nearly $1 billion to thousands of nonprofits across a diverse spectrum. Visit jewishfoundationla.org.