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Young Jewish Fund (Giving Circle)

THE DONALD AND CAROLE CHAIKEN FOUNDATION

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Overview

Young Jewish Fund

Overview: A giving circle for Bay Area Jewish young adults to come together in community while engaging in philanthropy.

Geographic Scope: Bay Area

Focus Areas:

  • Local and online antisemitism

  • Jewish issues affecting young adults

    • Eligibility:

  • Young Jewish adults in the Bay Area

    • Key Features:

  • Inaugural fund (launched in 2024 in response to October 7)

  • Provides safe spaces for connection and vulnerable dialogue

  • Members meet multiple times to discuss and allocate funds

  • Described as "a safe and open space for people to be vulnerable and honest"

    • Recent Activity (2024):

  • Formed in response to October 7 attacks

  • Met four times between February and May 2024

  • Allocated $13,211 grant pool

  • Selected two organizations: CyberWell and Resetting the Table

  • High member engagement and connection to peers

    • Contact: Jewish Federation Bay Area

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    jewishyouth-programs

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