“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference”
– Winston Churchill
The Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) collaborates with individuals and organizations and leverages philanthropic capital for positive impact. Guided by Jewish values, the Jewish Community Foundation combines donor-driven philanthropy, investing, and education with trusted, personalized service, enabling individuals and organizations to effectively dedicate their resources for maximum benefit in the community. Jeremy Pearl serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer, Miriam and Jerome Katzin Presidential Chair.
#1 I grew up in London, England.
#2 I had a P.E. teacher in high school who pushed me to the limit physically and emotionally and he seemed, at first, unreasonably critical. By the end of high school, he had selected me for a leadership role, and he really impressed upon me the importance of self-discipline and physical fitness.
#3 When I was in college, my roommate and I joined the (British) Army reserves to make some money. We were enticed with the promise that we would be taught to drive trucks, but the reality was far less interesting!
#4 Favorite travel destination: Palm Springs and the surrounding desert. The landscapes, climate, and architecture all combine to create a place of reflection and calmness for me.
#5 Book Recommendation: I read daily and devour anything fiction but appreciate great character development. I am a huge fan of John Grisham and read just about anything he writes.
#6 Mylo is our boxer. He has a sweet and trusting personality and he is as enthusiastic about life as an older dog as when he was a puppy!
#7 I joined an advisory committee for the Jewish Community Foundation as a young attorney and helped edit a planned giving guide, years before I joined the staff.
#8 Working in a community foundation is so incredibly empowering. Every day I am exposed to new stories about amazing nonprofit organizations to counter the bad news and suffering we see all around. Working with our incredibly kind and generous donors provides me with a great deal of satisfaction – to be able to support their collective impact.
#9 The Jewish Community Foundation seemed like a philanthropic “hub” to me, and it opened my eyes to the very diverse and passionate network of philanthropists in our community.
#10 The Jewish Community Foundation San Diego has facilitated more than $2 billion in grants since it began in 1967. JCF has historically been one of the largest philanthropic funders and a leader in charitable giving in San Diego. Thanks to the nearly one thousand Donor Advised Fund advisors, JCF has facilitated over 134,000 grants to more than 8,000 organizations in San Diego, Israel, and around the world.
The Jewish Community Foundation San Diego
www.jcfsandiego.org
