Programs
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LA Couples
We invite young couples to connect with others in an intimate and casual setting where they can engage in dialogue, become more philanthropic, and learn about our work as they become more involved in the Jewish community.
Please email any questions to Julia Dick or David Kazdan:
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LA jBabies
LA jBabies is a community for families in Los Angeles raising Jewish children. Join our playgroups, connect with other parents, and receive great swag for your baby. Open to all parents, regardless of age, race, gender identity, or family composition.
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LA Jewish Teen Initiative (LAJTI)
Through Federation’s Los Angeles Jewish Teen Initiative (LAJTI), we’re creating a network of opportunities for teens to connect to Jewish life, each other, and themselves.
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LA Rental Assistance Program for Women Headed Households/ National Council of Jewish Women
LA Rental Assistance Program for Women Headed Households in the following zip codes: 90004, 90028, 90029, 90038. Financial assistance to households financially impacted emergencies such as loss of hours/work, medical bills, or unexpected financial hardship.
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Los Angeles Jewish Abilities Center (LAJAC)
LAJAC helps adults with special needs in Los Angeles access the resources and tools they need to live meaningful, purposeful, and Jewish lives. Through a state-of-the-art website, case management and better coordination between service providers, LAJAC provides opportunities that promote self-advocacy, independence, and accessibility to practical resources.
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Major Gifts
For those who give a minimum household gift of at least $10,000 to our Annual Campaign and enjoy exclusive Federation events.
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Masa Israel
We provide over 200 individualized Israel experiences for young adults ages 18-30 – from study abroad to volunteer opportunities to internships to graduate degree programs – working in partnership with the Jewish Agency for Israel and the Israeli government.
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National Young Leadership Cabinet (NYLC)
Join the National Young Leadership Cabinet (NYLC), Federation’s premier program for developing young leaders in the Jewish community. Through training and inspiration, this five-year opportunity prepares individuals to make a lasting impact. To participate, a minimum annual gift of $5,000 is required. Contact David Kazdan at EmergingPhilanthropists@JewishLA.org to learn more.
David Kazdan
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Need-based Scholarships
If you are a Jewish undergraduate or graduate student, this is your connection to need-based financial scholarships.
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NexGen Engagement Initiative
We bring together engagement professionals, activists, entrepreneurs, and innovators to meet for networking and skill-building sessions through our NexGen Engagement Initiative. Over 230 members are inspired, connected, and empowered every month.
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One Happy Camper / Jewish Summer Camp
We subsidize hundreds of kids so that they can go to camp, strengthen their Jewish identity, and experience the great outdoors through the One Happy Camper Grant. We also work to ensure the quality of local Jewish day and overnight camps.
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Onward Israel
Want to live and work in Israel? Onward Israel allows you to experience Tel Aviv as a resident while building your resume.
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PJ Library
Through PJ Library Los Angeles, every month we send young families free Jewish-content books and music, introducing young children ages six months through eight years old to Jewish values and culture.
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Refugee Resettlement Program / HIAS:
Through our network of local resettlement partners, HIAS welcomes resettled refugees and helps them build their lives in communities across the United States.
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Rehabilitation Clinic Care
Jews who struggle with addiction can turn to Beit T’Shuvah, which integrates Jewish traditions with the 12-Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, traditional psychotherapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
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Scholarships & Subsidies
Are you looking for a way to pursue short- and long-term immersive experiences that will help you forge a deeper connection to Jewish life? We have scholarships and subsidies that can help.
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Senior Centers
Senior centers provide a variety of activities and social services enabling you to remain active and healthy, increasing your quality of life
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Senior Nutrition Program
As a valued senior in our community, we are honored to provide you with nutritious food and conversation every weekday at congregate meal sites, as well as home delivered meals.
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Shemesh Enterprises
Our partner employs young adults with special needs and diverse abilities on Shemesh Organic Farm, empowering them through meaningful employment, skill development, socialization, and providing them with a purpose.
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Sylvia Weisz Women’s Philanthropy
If you are a Jewish woman who wants to make new friends, attend inspiring events, and support the work of our Federation, we’d love to introduce you to the proud, generous, and committed Jewish women who are part of Sylvia Weisz Women’s Philanthropy. Whatever your age or life stage, we invite you to join us…