Your Partner in Philanthropy

For more than 70 years, The Foundation has helped people like you turn generosity into meaningful, lasting impact.

We provide expert guidance, tax-smart solutions, and deep community knowledge to help you achieve your goals and express your values.

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Your Partner in Philanthropy

For more than 70 years, The Foundation has helped people like you turn generosity into meaningful, lasting impact.

We provide expert guidance, tax-smart solutions, and deep community knowledge to help you achieve your goals and express your values.

Get Started Today

Choose The Foundation for Full Service Support

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Concierge-Level Service

Our team handles every detail, from processing contributions to issuing grants, so your giving remains simple, seamless, and impactful.

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Strategic tax planning

We offer tax-efficient giving solutions that help maximize your charitable impact and strengthen your overall financial strategy.

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Personalized advising

Design individualized charitable strategies based on your goals and values.

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Complex & appreciated asset acceptance

We accept, evaluate, and convert complex assets, including real estate, stock, and alternative investments.

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Support what matters most

Whether you want to support the local Jewish community, secular causes, or global initiatives, you can give to any qualified nonprofit through our online portal.

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Legacy & multi-generational giving

Engage children and grandchildren in defining a shared mission and sustaining philanthropic impact for generations.

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Community connections

Join a network of Jewish philanthropists, with curated events and opportunities to deepen community connections.

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local, jewish & israel expertise

Benefit from deep knowledge of Los Angeles, Jewish, Israel and secular nonprofits.

Connect with a Philanthropy Advisor today

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Michelle Larotta • 323-761-8704 • mlarotta@jewishfoundationla.org

"Whether you consider yourself a beginner or an experienced donor, The Foundation has the tools and expertise to help design and implement a giving strategy to accomplish your current and future charitable goals. I really can’t emphasize enough how much I appreciate The Foundation’s staff and their willingness to understand my giving needs and make them a reality."

David Jacobs

"I always tell people that if they want to get started as philanthropists, there’s no better way to do it than through The Foundation."

Alan Rothenberg

"It’s humbling to know that there is a place that is going to manage what’s important to me, and a place that understands my values and my commitment and goals."

Heidi Monkarsh

"The Foundation is a big tent, offering expertise and information on charitable organizations of all types."

Sonia & James Cummings

"The Foundation has simplified my life in tremendous ways. Plus, I can contribute stock to my Donor Advised Fund and save on capital gains, which allows me to give even more!"

Jeff Astrof