Philanthropy & Volunteerism

Kvelling over the Olympics; Local Volunteer Opportunities

San Diego native, Sara Levy who made her Olympic debut in Paris with the U.S. women’s rugby team, took the bronze on Tuesday, July 30. The team stunned Australia and delivered the first-ever Olympic medal for the team and its Jewish forward, Levy. [Cailin Acosta]

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Cailin Acosta, International, Jewish History, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast

New Technologies without Benefit unless Agricultural Communities Wish to Learn How to Use Them

The local initiatives that emerge from the intensive personal and community analyses are strongly associated with sustainability because they reflect the objectives of the participants. [Yossef Ben-Meir]

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International, Lifestyles, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Technology, Yossef Ben-Meir

Sports Day Oct. 28 Will Benefit Needy Seacrest Village Residents

Seacrest Foundation and Guardians of San Diego will host the 32nd Annual “Take a Swing for Seniors” Golf, Tennis, Pickleball & Spa Day with presenting sponsor, William Gumpert Foundation, on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the beautiful Park Hyatt Aviara Resort & Golf Club. All levels of players are welcome. [Press Release]

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Lifestyles, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, San Diego County, Sports & Competitions

At Coastal Roots Farm, Everyone is Farm-ily

Local chefs, often renowned for their culinary expertise and commitment to sustainable practices, transform these farm-fresh ingredients into masterpieces. The multi-course meals are not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight, reflecting the vibrant colors and textures of the farm’s bounty. [Miriam Gershenson]

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Albert Kreimerman, Miriam Gershenson, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share

Jose Galicot: Bringing Jewish Communities to Life

The businessman’s methods include bringing people together, encouraging them to work as a team and to elect leaders from within their membership, to develop their own programming and cadre of volunteers. While he contributes financially to these efforts, he is also a cheerleader and an advocate for education and youth programming, so the nascent Jewish communities can sustain themselves. [Donald H. Harrison]

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Business & Finance, Donald H. Harrison, International, Israel, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Science, Medicine, & Education, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and Food, USA

Six Members Added to JFSSD’s Board of Directors

“Each new board member has an extraordinary level of expertise and community insight and is a testament to JFS’s diverse make-up and visionary leadership,” said JFS CEO Michael Hopkins. “Their experience, insight and passion will be significant assets to JFS, as we focus on breaking cycles of poverty and building a stronger San Diego.” [Press Release]

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Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, San Diego County

High Atlas Foundation Aids in Recuperation after Morocco Earthquake

In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck central Morocco in September 2023, the High Atlas Foundation (HAF) has remained steadfast in its commitment to supporting affected communities through water, sanitation, and agricultural initiatives aimed at food recovery, benefitting around 3,350 people. [Yossef Ben-Meir]

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International, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Technology, Yossef Ben-Meir

A Proposal to Memorialize the Men Behind ‘Take Me Out to the Ball Game’

The music of Take Me Out To The Ball Game was written by Albert Von Tilzen, a Jewish man from Indianapolis. The lyrics were written by his Christian friend, Jack Norworth.  [Jerry Klinger]

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Jerry Klinger, Jewish History, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

Adelson Family Donates Ambucycles to United Hatzalah

United Hatzalah inaugurated its new emergency fleet of 76 ambucycles (emergency motorcycles), emergency vehicles and an ambulance at an emotional ceremony at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem. The new fleet is a joint initiative of United Hatzalah in a matching partnership with philanthropist Dr. Miriam Adelson and her sons Adam and Matan Adelson. [Press Release]

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Israel, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, Science, Medicine, & Education