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July 7, 2025Dear Members of the Senate Education Committee, On behalf of the Los Angeles Antisemitism Roundtable, a coalition of leading Jewish organizations working together to address antisemitism, we respectfully […]

Being a Brawerman Fellow has been one of the most impactful parts of my college journey. Of course, the financial support relieved a huge burden, which allowed me to focus […]

With domestic terrorism on the rise in the United States, Jewish Americans are at risk. We must take bold action to protect ourselves. Last week, JFEDLA came together with leaders […]

As antisemitism continues to rise, our schools are not immune. We are calling on you to take immediate action to ensure California has the tools to effectively confront antisemitism in […]

Our Jewish community has been facing unprecedented antisemitism, violent demonstrations, and worrying acts of aggression, which have required a rapid and comprehensive response.  Through a unique collaboration between JFEDLA, the […]

The Brawerman Fellowship has profoundly shaped both my academic journey and personal development. While its generous financial support enabled me to pursue higher education without the burden of debt, the […]

Participating in JFEDLA’s Community Leadership Institute (CLI) was a transformative experience that shaped my perspective on philanthropy, community involvement, and leadership. CLI profoundly influenced how I live my life, instilling […]

We in the Los Angeles Jewish community watch the war between Israel and Iran with fear and trepidation. Our anxiety is high, and we feel for the Israelis who are […]

When our neighbors are in crisis, we show up with compassion. In response to growing fears many in our city are facing, we brought together more than a dozen civic […]

Eric AguiarBrotherhood Crusade Ryan AhariMAZON Maryam AhmedEdelman Emmanuel Alcantar Climate Cabinet David P. AndersonHasset Capital Aldo Marcias ArellanoEquality California Justin BlakelyCrystal Stairs Inc. Andrew BradyDLA Piper Vanessa CarrHilltop Public Solutions […]

Strength and community are incredible forces. When the wildfires devastated Los Angeles, we all responded to care for our neighbors in need. Learn more.

FDR, America, and the Holocaust Presented By: American Jewish UniversityDates: April 28th, May 5th, May 12th, May 19th A virtual four-part class with AJU’s Michael Berenbaum exploring Franklin D. Roosevelt’s […]

Each May, communities and organizations across the nation pay tribute to Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) – a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans to our […]

Our 2024 Annual Report is a recap of the past year filled with inspiring moments and vibrant photos celebrating the many achievements we made possible together. Download the report.

Because you put your values of community and strength in action, together we are helping L.A. recover. It’s hard to believe that it has been less than two months since […]

As the massive scale of the wildfire tragedy evolves, JFEDLA continues to provide vital help to our many neighbors who have suffered unimaginable loss. Concurrently, we remain committed to serving […]

The first thing I noticed as I entered the Palisades fire burn zone was the smell. Burned wood, soot and chemicals permeated the air. The after-fire scent was punctuated, however, […]

Less than a week ago, I was looking out of a 12th-story window of a hotel near Los Angeles International Airport, watching with horror as flames and smoke began to […]