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    • Big Brothers and Sisters for Siblings of Children with Special Needs

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    • Description: Siblings of children with special needs have special needs, too. JBBBSLA can be there for your child...read more Siblings of children with special needs have special needs, too. JBBBSLA can be there for your child as a mentor, a role model or just a good friend. They are there to go places, do things with, talk to or just hang out - Jewish Big Brothers and Big Sisters always have a sense of what to do. Do you have children with special needs? Maybe their siblings could benefit by having a Jewish Big Brother or Sister! JBBBSLA is here for Jewish families of all configurations! Contact Person: Rachel Fein; Email: rfein@jbbbsla.org; Phone: (323) 456-1157; Website: http://www.jbbbsla.org read less
    • Contact Email: rfein@jbbbsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 456-1157

    • Bikur Cholim

    • Description: Children, adults, and families who come to Bikur Cholim will find over 40 services and programs to help...read more Children, adults, and families who come to Bikur Cholim will find over 40 services and programs to help them lead healthier lives. Our devoted staff of health care professionals, social workers, patient advocates, and volunteers provide comprehensive family-centered care, whether at home or in the hospital. Phone: (323) 852-1900; Address: 8489 W. Third Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://bikurcholim.net read less
    • Contact Phone: (323) 852-1900

    • Foundation for Jewish Camp: Launching OneHappyCamper.org!

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    • Description: The OneHappyCamper Incentive Program, sponsored by the Jewish Federation and the Foundation for Jewish...read more The OneHappyCamper Incentive Program, sponsored by the Jewish Federation and the Foundation for Jewish Camp, is officially accepting applications! Contact Person: Yael Green; Email: ygreen@jewishla.org; Phone: (888) 888-4819; Website: http://www.OneHappyCamper.org read less
    • Contact Email: questions@jewishcamp.org
    • Contact Phone: (888) 888-4819

    • Jewish Big Brothers & Sisters Site-Based Mentoring Program

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    • Description: The site-based model involves a partnership between JBBBSLA and a school or community organization, bringing...read more The site-based model involves a partnership between JBBBSLA and a school or community organization, bringing volunteers at designated times to develop one-to-one friendships with mentees. Mentors generally engage in activities with their “Little” both independently and as part of a larger group. For each program we require a one-year minimum volunteer commitment, although we encourage relationships to continue beyond the first year when both parties remain interested. Contact Person: Megan Koehler; Email: mkoehler@jbbbsla.org; Phone: (323) 456-1143; Website: http://www.jbbbsla.org read less
    • Contact Email: mkoehler@jbbbsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 456-1143

    • Jewish Big Brothers & Sisters: Sports & Arts Buddies Mentoring Program

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    • Description: As a Sports or Arts Buddies Mentor, you can change a child's life forever. All it takes is a few hours...read more As a Sports or Arts Buddies Mentor, you can change a child's life forever. All it takes is a few hours of your time over five Sundays on the rustic grounds of Camp Max Straus in Glendale. During that time, you'll team with other caring adults to help kids see things, do things and feel things they would not experience without you. You don't need extensive training. You just have to bring your enthusiasm, your natural skills and a love of kids. To be a Sports or Arts Buddy, you don't have to be a great athlete or artist, just a good person. Community service hours available. Free transportation to camp provided. Sports/Arts Buddies are between the ages of: 13-17; Contact Person: Alba Arzu; Phone: (323) 761-8675 x223; Mailing Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 600. LA, CA 90048; E-Mail: aarzu@jbbbsla.org; Website: http://www.jbbbsla.org read less
    • Contact Email: aarzu@jbbbsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8675 x223

    • Jewish Big Brothers, Big Sisters Mentoring Program

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    • Description: Find the perfect fit for your son or daughter. Jewish Big Brothers, Big Sisters provides one-to-one mentoring...read more Find the perfect fit for your son or daughter. Jewish Big Brothers, Big Sisters provides one-to-one mentoring for Jewish boys and girls, ages 6-21. The caring attention and involvement of a mentor helps children develop into stable, happy and successful adults. This is a no-cost program. In addition, hundreds of former Little Brothers and Little Sisters have received financial assistance for college through our scholarship program. Contact Person: Elliot Steingart, Email: esteingart@jbbbsla.org, Phone: (323) 761-8675. Website: http://www.jbbbsla.org read less
    • Contact Email: sberk@jbbbsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 456-1149

    • Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Description: Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles (JFS) is a non-profit agency that provides a range of mental health...read more Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles (JFS) is a non-profit agency that provides a range of mental health and social services to men, women and children regardless of race and ethnicity. Through more than a century and a half of continuous service to the community, JFS has earned a national reputation for stability, efficiency and professionalism. We maintain low overhead costs, and high ethical standards. We work in collaboration with other partners to strengthen and preserve individual, family and community life. read less
    • Contact Email: info@jfsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8800

    • Jewish Vocational Service of Los Angeles

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Description: A not for profit, non-sectarian organization serving the people of Los Angeles with career and employment...read more A not for profit, non-sectarian organization serving the people of Los Angeles with career and employment services for over 75 years. read less
    • Contact Email: askus@jvsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8888

    • JFS/SOVA Community Food and Resource Program

    • Location: Van Nuys
    • Description: The SOVA Community Food and Resource Program provides free groceries (kosher products available) and...read more The SOVA Community Food and Resource Program provides free groceries (kosher products available) and supportive services for people in need. Volunteers pack grocery bags, stock shelves and sort donated food. Although children must be 12 and up to volunteer alone, younger children can participate along with their parents. Individuals and groups can be accomodated for either one-time or ongoing service. Contact Person: Maxine Meyer Email: mmeyer@jfsla.org Phone: (818) 988-7682 Address: 16439 Vanowen Street, Van Nuys, CA 91406 Website: http://www.jfsla.org read less
    • Contact Email: mmeyer@jfsla.org
    • Contact Phone: (818) 988-7682

    • Judaism by Choice

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Description: Judaism by Choice creates experiences where the richness of the Jewish heritage, religion and rituals...read more Judaism by Choice creates experiences where the richness of the Jewish heritage, religion and rituals can be learned along with discussion of the pertinent issues of becoming and being Jewish. Judaism by Choice provides the space (makom) where those who are considering conversion, have already converted and/or are born Jewish can meet socially in a warm and welcoming environment. Email: info@judaismbychoice.org; Phone: (888) 539-2924; Address: 8918 West Pico Blvd. #8, Los Angeles, CA 90035; Website: http://judaismbychoice.org read less
    • Contact Email: info@judaismbychoice.org
    • Contact Phone: (888) 539-2924

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    • The Israel Experience Program: Federation Grants for Teens Accepted to Israel Programs

    • Location: Los Angeles
    • Description: Does your teen require financial assistance to participate in the Israel program to which s/he has been...read more Does your teen require financial assistance to participate in the Israel program to which s/he has been accepted? The Jewish Federation, in partnership with your family's synagogue, can help. To see whether your family qualifies, please contact Beth Singer. Email: bsinger@jewishla.org; Phone: (323) 761-8342; Address: 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Website: http://jewishla.org read less
    • Contact Email: bsinger@jewishla.org
    • Contact Phone: (323) 761-8342