Human Services
Kindness Initiative
LA JOLLA, CA
Total revenue
$689K
Total expenses
$615K
Net assets
$803K
Grants received
$1.2M
30 grants
EIN
871083852
Tax year
2023
Mission
To alleviate poverty in the san diego jewish community by meeting basic physical and psychological needs of vulnerable jewish households,utilizing a comprehensive, coordinated, collaboration of service providers and caring volunteers and providing immediate and long term actions towards meeting needs.
Programs
1 program
Kindnessg'mach:kindnessg'mach, the jewish gift closet, serves as a vital resource for families in need, distributing essential household items, clothing, and personal necessities free of charge. As an extension of kindness initiative, it provides immediate relief while fostering a supportive and welcoming environment for those facing financial challenges.key highlights:essential item distribution: provides clothing, furniture, bedding, baby gear, and judaica to families at no cost.support for job seekers: special assistance for individuals searching for professional attire for job interviews and new employment opportunities.aid for israeli families in medical crises: kindnessg'mach fully furnishes apartments, provides sterile bedding, and household essentials for israeli patients undergoing life-saving transplants in san diego.dignity-first approach: created a safe and welcoming space where members could select items that fit their needs with respect and care. Accommodating to those with disabilities and seeking a private shopping experience.kindnessg'mach is more than just a warehouse of goods. It is a hub of compassion and connection, ensuring that every member of the community has access to the resources they need to live with dignity and hope.
Financials
FY 2023
Revenue
Expenses
People
10 listed
BEVERLEY PAMENKSY
FORMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
$75K
40 hrs/wk
KIM CHESBROUGH
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
SHARON DAVIDSON
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
SUZANNE MARCUS
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
SARAH SHEKHTER
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
BEN BARTH
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
BRAD SLAVIN
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
ALEX STOLARSKI
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
SELWYN ISAKOW
PRESIDENT/INTERIM TREASURER
—
12 hrs/wk
JACK SHEVEL
DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
Grants received
Showing 30 of 30
Funded by
$1.2M from 14 funders · 30 grants · 2020–2024
$766K · 3 grants · 2021–2023
$131K · 4 grants · 2022–2024
$74K · 1 grant · 2022
$69K · 3 grants · 2021–2023
$27K · 2 grants · 2022–2023
$25K · 1 grant · 2023
$25K · 2 grants · 2022–2024
$22K · 2 grants · 2022–2023