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Koret study finds Jewish preschool ‘deserts,’ high tuition costs, staff retention are key issues
Feb 2024 | Foundation News

Koret study finds Jewish preschool ‘deserts,’ high tuition costs, staff retention are key issues

A new research study supported by Koret Foundation, Rosov Consulting, and EarlyJ, “Exploring the Jewish ECE Ecosystem,” was shared with more than 180 participants across three locations last month. The findings from the research are available in full to the public.

To better support Bay Area veterans, local nonprofits bridge gaps
Feb 2024 | Thoughts & Opinions

To better support Bay Area veterans, local nonprofits bridge gaps

“Locally-based nonprofits, when supported by philanthropy, are in a unique position to understand and offer the right support at the right time that could make a crucial difference between [a veteran] regaining stability or remaining on the street.” In this op-ed, Koret’s Ashley Rodwick and Insight Housing’s Calleene Egan explore how private philanthropies and community organizations can help fill gaps in government funding to support veterans.

Exploring the Jewish ECE ecosystem in the San Francisco Bay Area: Download the full report
Jan 2024 | Thoughts & Opinions

Exploring the Jewish ECE ecosystem in the San Francisco Bay Area: Download the full report

Koret, in partnership with EarlyJ and Rosov Consulting, conducted a study to assess the state-of-play for Jewish ECE in our region. We have chosen to provide open access to the research in hopes that it will help practitioners, locally and beyond, make better informed grants toward expanding access to and increasing the quality of Jewish ECE programs.

Koret Winter Update: Leaning on Community
Dec 2023 | Quarterly Update

Koret Winter Update: Leaning on Community

Kehilla, Hebrew for community, is at the heart of our work. Our grantmaking has always focused on supporting and strengthening the Jewish community, at home and in Israel. In the wake of the attacks on October 7—and during the holiday season—we encourage everyone to connect with and lean on their community, and Koret could not be prouder of our kehilla.

Honoring Bob Friend
Oct 2023 | Foundation News

Honoring Bob Friend

The Koret Foundation is saddened by the passing of Robert Friend, former board member to the foundation and dedicated patron to our community. May his memory be a blessing.

Koret Fall Update: Back to School
Sep 2023 | Quarterly Update

Koret Fall Update: Back to School

As a new school year begins, Koret is inspired by the work of our education and civics grantees, whose passion and drive for change push them to continually discover new opportunities for growth and better serve the next generation.

Koret Summer Update: Celebrating 75 Years of Israel
Jun 2023 | Quarterly Update

Koret Summer Update: Celebrating 75 Years of Israel

Seventy-five years ago this past month, the modern state of Israel was born. In the decades that followed, the resilience and ingenuity of the Israeli people has inspired. Since the foundation’s inception, Koret has supported Israel in a variety of ways. Today, Koret’s efforts are focused on strengthening the bonds of the Jewish people and supporting the U.S. – Israel relationship.

Koret Foundation injects $6M into Bay Area’s major arts institutions
May 2023 | Foundation News

Koret Foundation injects $6M into Bay Area’s major arts institutions

The Koret Foundation will award $6 million in grants to about 40 cultural institutions to help rejuvenate the Bay Area arts scene following three economically tough years.

Koret Foundation Grants $6M to Bay Area Arts and Culture Efforts
May 2023 | Press Release

Koret Foundation Grants $6M to Bay Area Arts and Culture Efforts

Grants over three-year period to expand arts education and engagement, restore Bay Area’s cultural backbone

Koret Spring Update: Celebrating Bay Area Arts and Culture
Mar 2023 | Quarterly Update

Koret Spring Update: Celebrating Bay Area Arts and Culture

Koret has announced $6M in new grants to support local arts and cultural organizations over the next three years. More than 40 such institutions will benefit from Koret’s investment in the next generation of artists, audiences, and patrons.

To sustain our JCCs for years to come, vote with your feet
Dec 2022 | Thoughts & Opinions

To sustain our JCCs for years to come, vote with your feet

“The institutions we depend on to connect Jewishly are now depending on us to show up and rekindle those feelings and experiences of community that were lost.” In this op-ed originally published in the J, Weekly, Koret’s Rachel Schonwetter shares why it’s time to show up for our local JCCs, and what we can do.

Nervous about election results? You should be. Americans hardly know anything about civics
Dec 2022 | Thoughts & Opinions

Nervous about election results? You should be. Americans hardly know anything about civics

“If children don’t have civic opportunities where they live and we aren’t teaching them the fundamentals of democracy, then how can we expect them to protect it as adults?” Koret’s Ashley Rodwick reflects on the future of US civics education in this op-ed originally published in the San Francisco Chronicle.

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