activities · 15
what they do
direct service · 12
- Children's literacy programs (PJ Library and PJ Our Way) Book Distribution & Reading Space DevelopmentDistributes free Jewish children's books monthly to families globally through PJ Library and PJ Our Way, with children ages 9–12 selecting their own books based on interests and reading level.
- Community security operations Jewish Community Security & AdvocacyProvides security for a 30-acre Jewish community campus serving over 3,000 weekday visitors and operates a community security initiative launched in 2023 to protect Jewish life and institutions.
- Jewish cultural and social events Community Festival & Event OrganizationSupports and hosts cultural events including the Jewish Film Festival, which served 4,000 unique participants in 2024 across Scottsdale, Chandler, and Peoria, and organizes Mazelpalooza and other holiday and social gatherings.
- LGBTQ+ inclusion and programming Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportProvides access to LGBTQ+ programming and community resources for individuals and families within the Jewish community.
- Professional education and networking for estate and financial planners Industry Conference & Networking EventsHosts the annual Tax & Legal Seminar and quarterly in-person meetings for estate planning, financial, and nonprofit professionals to support ongoing education and relationship-building in the greater Phoenix area.
- Professional networking for Jewish professionalsFacilitates relationship-building among Jewish professionals in the greater Phoenix area through organized gatherings and events.
- Senior transportation services Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationProvided transportation rides to local seniors in 2023 as part of community support services.
- Support for Birthright Israel participation Summer and Program-Specific Camp ScholarshipsSupports individuals from the Greater Phoenix area in participating in Birthright Israel trips, including funding and logistics for at least five participants in 2023.
- Support for Jewish summer and Israel experiences Summer and Program-Specific Camp ScholarshipsProvides need-based scholarships for Jewish children in Maricopa County to attend Jewish summer camps and offers incentive grants of $750–$2,500, plus limited need-based funding, for Jewish teens to participate in Israel travel and study programs.
- Support for kosher meal access Kosher Food Distribution for SeniorsProvides weekly kosher Shabbat dinners delivered across the Valley to referred families in need.
- Youth philanthropy and grantmaking program for teensSupports teens in creating named charitable funds with a minimum $500 contribution, often from Bar or Bat Mitzvah gifts, and enables them to make annual grant recommendations from the fund’s investment growth, distributing 5% annually to causes they support.
- Youth volunteer and community engagement programsDistributes community service and volunteer opportunities to enrolled teens via email throughout the year and operates year-round social, educational, and volunteer programs for young adults aged 21–45, including holiday events, happy hours, affinity groups, Mazelpalooza, and Party of 8.
advocacy · 1
- Antisemitism awareness and allyship campaignPartners with the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism to promote the Blue Square symbol as a tool for building allyship and combating antisemitism.
capacity building · 2
- Grantmaking to support Jewish communitiesAwards over $1.7 million in grants annually to organizations serving the greater Phoenix Jewish community, Israel, and overseas, including $10,000 annually through the Youth Philanthropy Board program.
- Leadership alumni support and placement Jewish Youth Leadership DevelopmentSupports alumni of leadership programs in securing key roles in local Jewish organizations and national roles through The Jewish Federations of North America.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Advance impact-driven Jewish philanthropy impact-driven_philanthropyShifts the focus of Jewish giving from tradition to measurable community impact, emphasizing service and strategic responses to community needs.
- Build philanthropic networks to expand community giving network_buildingLeverages relationships between donors, professional advisors, and nonprofits through networking and affinity groups to increase engagement, clarity, and effectiveness in Jewish philanthropy.
- Centralize fundraising to support critical community programs centralized annual fundraising campaignOperates an annual centralized campaign to raise and distribute funds to partner agencies that deliver essential services and programs within the Jewish community.
- Combat antisemitism through education and advocacy education_and_public_advocacyAddresses antisemitism by educating the public, opposing hate vocally, standing in solidarity with other marginalized groups, and advocating for policies that protect Jewish communities.
- Engage the community in shaping philanthropy community-engaged_philanthropyAdopts a dynamic, inclusive model that opens philanthropy to broader community participation, ensuring that giving strategies reflect shared values and collective vision.
- Engage young adults through mentorship and leadership development mentorship-based leadership developmentUses the LIVE-GIVE-LEAD framework and mentorship with senior leaders to develop the personal and professional capacities of Jewish young adults, preparing them for community leadership.
- Ensure community safety through proactive security initiatives community_security_initiativeImplements a comprehensive Community Security Initiative—including vulnerability assessments, no-cost security services, grant assistance, and early warning systems—to protect Jewish institutions and enable safe religious and communal life.
- Facilitate family engagement through storytelling and shared learning family-engaged learning through storytellingUses Jewish storytelling as a tool to spark intergenerational conversations about values and traditions, strengthening family connections to Jewish life.
- Foster lifelong Jewish giving and leadership in youth lifelong giving engagementEngages teens in philanthropy through education in financial literacy, leadership, and long-term investing, rooted in the value of tikkun olam, to cultivate a lifelong commitment to giving.
- Guide global engagement through Jewish values values-based global engagementRoots international efforts in core Jewish values such as Tikkun Olam, Tzedakah, and Torah, ensuring that global philanthropy is ethically grounded and mission-aligned.
- Promote inclusive community engagement across identities inclusive community engagementDesigns inclusive programming for diverse Jewish populations—including LGBTQ+ individuals, multi-faith families, Jews of color, and seniors—through tailored experiences that foster belonging and connection.
- Strengthen Jewish identity through immersive and educational experiences immersive_experiential_learningSupports transformative experiences such as immersive summer camps and structured Israel programs—featuring education, peer engagement, and countrywide excursions—to deepen Jewish identity and connection.
- Strengthen organizational capacity across the Jewish ecosystem capacity_buildingEnhances the sustainability and effectiveness of local Jewish organizations through funding for strategic planning, leadership development, marketing, and financial resilience.
- Support community cohesion through education and ritual community_building_and_cohesionBuilds community cohesion by funding educational and ritual experiences that connect Jewish individuals, especially underserved groups, to each other and to their heritage.
- Unify and strengthen Jewish philanthropy through organizational integration organizational_integrationBy merging two legacy philanthropic organizations, the JCA creates a more cohesive and effective platform to inspire and channel giving that supports Jewish life locally, in Israel, and globally.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Capacity Building
Programs that improve the performance and sustainability of local Jewish organizations.
Community Building and Cohesion
Programs that connect Jewish people to one another and promote engagement for underserved demographics.
Community Impact Committee Grants
Annual grantmaking process that awards funds to organizations serving the Greater Phoenix Jewish community, Israel, and overseas
General Operating Support Grants
Provides unrestricted funding to local Jewish organizations vital to the Greater Phoenix Jewish community
Small Grants
Expedited funding process for grants of $3,000 or less; applications accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed quarterly
Strategic Initiative Grants
Funds programs addressing unmet community needs or supporting the Jewish community locally, in Israel, and globally; includes grants from $3,001 to over $10,000
Youth, Family and Senior Services
Programs that support engagement of youth, families, and seniors in Jewish life.
relationships · 26
who they work with
- AZ Jews for Pride Partner — Collaborates on LGBTQ+ programming and community engagement initiatives.
- American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Partner — Supports life-sustaining services for vulnerable Jews globally through partnership with American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee
- Arizona Community Foundation Partner — Collaborates on the annual Tax & Legal Seminar for financial and estate planning advisors.
- Arizona Community Foundation Partner — Collaborates with the Center for Jewish Philanthropy to co-host and strengthen the annual Tax & Legal Seminar.
- Arizona Kosher Food Pantry Partner — Partner organization receiving funding to provide kosher Shabbat dinners to needy Jewish families in the Valley.
- Birthright Israel (BI) Foundation Partner — Partner organization receiving funding to support Greater Phoenix individuals on Birthright Israel trips.
- Foundation to Combat Antisemitism Partner — Collaborates to promote the Blue Square campaign and build broader allyship against antisemitism.
- Gloria and Sidney Kasper Endowment Fund Partner — Contributes to camp scholarship funding via endowment support.
- Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival Partner — Partner organization receiving funding to support film rental costs and operations for the 2025 festival.
- Harold Grinspoon Foundation Partner — Provides the PJ Library program through a partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.
- Harold and Jean Grossman Jewish Camping Endowment Fund Partner — Provides endowment funding for Jewish camp scholarships.
- Honeymoon Israel Partner — Partner organization receiving funding to support subsidized Israel trips for diverse young couples on the fringes of Jewish life.
- Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus Partner — Partner campus receiving funding for security; hosts multiple Jewish organizations and serves over 3,000 visitors weekly.
- Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix Partner — Legacy organization integrated into the Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix.
- Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix Partner — Legacy organization integrated into the Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix.
- JewishPhoenix.com Partner — Collaborates on event promotion and dissemination for PJ Library activities.
- Kenneth Maltenfort Endowment Fund Partner — Provides endowment funding for Jewish camp scholarships.
- Labe Eric Targovnik Scholarship Fund Partner — Supports the CJP Camp Scholarship Program through dedicated funding.
- Molly Blank Fund Partner — Contributes donations to the CJP Camp Scholarship Program.
- Phoenix CJP Network — B’nai Tzedek Youth Philanthropy Program operates under Phoenix CJP, indicating organizational affiliation.
- S. Jack Bromfield Camp Endowment Fund Partner — Supports camp scholarships through endowment contributions.
- St. Mary’s Food Bank Partner — Partner of Arizona Kosher Pantry, which is funded by the Center for Jewish Philanthropy.
- The Jewish Federations of North America Network — Partners through The Jewish Federations of North America to support Israel and global Jewry initiatives
- The Jewish Federations of North America Network — Provides dollar-for-dollar matching funds for contributions to the Community Security Initiative.
- The Jewish Federations of North America Network — Provides national leadership opportunities for NowGen program graduates.
- World ORT Partner — Supports educational and leadership development programs for global Jewish communities through partnership with World ORT