SAN DIEGO (Press Release)– Applications for the 2014 Peter Chortek Leadership Award recognizing Jewish teens residing in San Diego for their extraordinary service, philanthropy and leadership are now open through the Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego at www.jcfsandiego.org/pcla.
In its fourth year, the Peter Chortek Leadership Award highlights high school students who impact their communities with volunteer service projects that display their initiative, passion and positive spirit. Award honorees receive $3,600, an additional $1,800 in a donor advised fund at the Jewish Community Foundation to promote ongoing philanthropy and a professional video about the project.
The Award is supported by the Peter Chortek Youth Philanthropy Leadership Fund at the Foundation, established by Peter (of blessed memory) and Elaine Chortek to foster Jewish communal involvement by recognizing Jewish high school students who are practicing the value of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world.
Since 2010, the Award has recognized nine exceptional teens throughout the County. Past winners’ volunteer service projects include: playgrounds for Tijuana orphans, anti-bullying theatre in schools, a 5k race to help fund a nonprofit supporting military families, a recycling program for a synagogue and summer camp for special needs children.
The Jewish Community Foundation partners with individuals, families and community organizations to help them achieve their philanthropic goals. During fiscal year 2013-14, the Foundation awarded and facilitated $107 million in 6,100 grants to more than 1,400 Jewish and general organizations in San Diego, Israel and around the world (figures are preliminary as of print). The Foundation manages over $300 million in assets and has facilitated nearly $1 billion in grants since 1967.
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Preceding provided by the Jewish Community Foundation at www.jcfsandiego.org or call 858-279-2740.