JCF builds flourishing Jewish communities and advances sustainable, just, and vibrant societies in San Diego, Israel, nationally, and around the globe.
CHORTEK WEISMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION is based in SAN DIEGO, CA and reported annual grants of $3,132,744 on its latest 990 filing for 2025. Its grantmaking is concentrated in Jewish communal involvement, Jewish education, youth leadership, and Tikkun Olam, with additional support for community services and nonprofits in San Diego. The foundation is a local funder and gives most often in CA, where 96% of its grants go to recipients. Recent grantmaking includes several large awards to named organizations in the Jewish and broader San Diego nonprofit ecosystem. In 2025, the largest reported grant was $272,000 to JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SAN DIEGO (SAN DIEGO, CA), followed by $195,000 to LAWRENCE FAMILY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS (LA JOLLA, CA) and $180,087 to SAN DIEGO JEWISH ACADEMY (SAN DIEGO, CA). Other recurring grantees in the recent list include HILLEL OF SAN DIEGO, JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, JEWISH SILICON VALLEY, and PIVOTAL. The foundation’s listed programs also include scholarships, a competitive grant platform for San Diego nonprofits, and the Peter Chortek Leadership Award.
Recent grantmaking spans Jewish education, youth leadership, community services, and support for Jewish communal life. Notable grants include $180,087 to SAN DIEGO JEWISH ACADEMY (SAN DIEGO, CA), $72,715 to HILLEL OF SAN DIEGO (SAN DIEGO, CA), and $50,000 to HEBREW FREE LOAN OF SAN DIEGO (LA JOLLA, CA). The foundation also awarded $80,000 to JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY (SAN DIEGO, CA) and $55,000 to NEXT DOOR SOLUTIONS TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (SAN JOSE, CA). Its stated programs include scholarships, the Competitive Application Platform for San Diego nonprofits, and the Peter Chortek Leadership Award.
CHORTEK WEISMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s typical grant size is $20,000 at the 25th percentile, $25,000 at the median, and $50,000 at the 75th percentile. Recent grants range from $36,000 to $272,000 in the list provided, with many awards at $40,000 to $50,000. The foundation uses a mix of open competitive opportunities and administered programs: the Competitive Application Platform accepts unsolicited applications, while the Scholarship Opportunities and Peter Chortek Leadership Award programs are also listed as accepting unsolicited applications. Its giving is primarily local and concentrated in San Diego County and nearby California communities.
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Most grants fall between $20K and $50K, with a median of $25K.
25th Percentile
$20K
Median
$25K
75th Percentile
$50K
ROBERT CHORTEK
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CHORTEK WEISMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION gives mostly in California, which accounts for 96% of its grants. The recent grant list shows recipients in SAN DIEGO, LA JOLLA, LOS GATOS, SAN JOSE, MILPITAS, and SANTA BARBARA, all in CA. The top state by grant count is CA, and the recipient-country distribution is entirely U.S.-based, with 76 grants to U.S. organizations.
Some of its listed programs do. The Competitive Application Platform for San Diego Nonprofits accepts unsolicited applications, and the Scholarship Opportunities and Peter Chortek Leadership Award programs are also marked as accepting unsolicited applications. The Jewish Women’s Foundation grants program does not.
Its stated focus areas include youth leadership and recognition, Jewish education, community services in San Diego, support for Israel, and grants to nonprofits. Active programs also point to scholarships, Jewish community grants, and capacity support for San Diego organizations.
Its typical grant size is $20,000 at the 25th percentile, $25,000 at the median, and $50,000 at the 75th percentile. In the recent grants list provided, amounts range from $36,000 to $272,000.
It is based in SAN DIEGO, CA and gives most often in CA. The data show 96% of its grants go to recipients in California, and the recipient-country distribution is entirely U.S.-based.
Recent grantees include JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SAN DIEGO, LAWRENCE FAMILY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS, SAN DIEGO JEWISH ACADEMY, HILLEL OF SAN DIEGO, JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY, JEWISH SILICON VALLEY, and PIVOTAL.
2026
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2026.
Current and upcoming funding from Chortek Weisman Family Foundation that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Current 501(c)(3) organizations located in and/or serving residents of San Marcos may apply.
Deadline: The board meets four times per year to review and award grants: February, May, August, and November. A 2026 grant due dates PDF is linked.
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Most recent grants reported to the IRS.
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JEWISH SILICON VALLEY | LOS GATOS, CA | $1,000,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $100,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| AMERICAN JEWISH JOINT DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE | NEW YORK, NY | $60,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| ISRAEL EMERGENCE ALLIANCE DBA STANDWITHUS | SAN DIEGO, CA | $60,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| LAWRENCE FAMILY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS | LA JOLLA, CA | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| HILLEL OF SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY | SAN DIEGO, CA | $40,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| SAN DIEGO VOLUNTEER LAWYER PROGRAM INC | SAN DIEGO, CA | $40,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| KINDNESS INITIATIVE | LA JOLLA, CA | $36,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| KIDS TURN SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| THE UNITY CARE GROUP | SAN JOSE, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN | SEATTLE, WA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| BUTTERLFY PROJECT | SAN DIEGO, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| SOMALI BANTU ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA | SAN DIEGO, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| FRIENDS OF CHABAD LUBAVITCH SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| J LEADERS | LOS GATOS, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| HOMEMORE PROJECT INC | LOS ANGELES, CA | $10,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF RANCHO SAN DIEGUITO | ENCINITAS, CA | $10,000 | 2026 | GENERAL |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $272,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| LAWRENCE FAMILY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS | LA JOLLA, CA | $195,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| SAN DIEGO JEWISH ACADEMY | SAN DIEGO, CA | $180,087 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF SILICON VALLEY | LOS GATOS, CA | $95,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY | SAN DIEGO, CA | $80,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| HILLEL OF SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $72,715 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| PIVOTAL | SAN JOSE, CA | $65,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| NEXT DOOR SOLUTIONS TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE | SAN JOSE, CA | $55,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| SHINE TOGETHER INC | MILPITAS, CA | $50,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| KIDS TURN SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $50,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| HOME START INC | SAN DIEGO, CA | $50,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| JEWISH SILICON VALLEY | LOS GATOS, CA | $45,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| FREE TO THRIVE | SAN DIEGO, CA | $40,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| ALMADEN VALLEY COUNSELING SERVICE INC | SAN JOSE, CA | $40,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| THE UNITY CARE GROUP | SAN JOSE, CA | $40,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| DOWNTOWN STREETS INC | SAN JOSE, CA | $40,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| TRANSFAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES | SAN DIEGO, CA | $30,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| JUST IN TIME FOR FOSTER YOUTH | SAN DIEGO, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| IMPACT CUBED | ENCINITAS, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| J LEADERS | LOS GATOS, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| KINDNESS INITIATIVE | LA JOLLA, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE | PALO ALTO, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| HEBREW FREE LOAN OF SAN DIEGO | LA JOLLA, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| DESTINATION HOME | SAN JOSE, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| ALUM ROCK COUNSELING CENTER INC | SAN JOSE, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| COMMUNITY SEVA INC | SAN JOSE, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| JEWISH NATIONAL FUND | RESEDA, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| FRIENDS OF CHABAD LUBAVITCH SAN DIEGO | SAN DIEGO, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| BILL WILSON CENTER | SANTA CLARA, CA | $25,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION | NATICK, MA | $20,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| WESLEY HOUSE STUDENT RESIDENCE INC | SAN DIEGO, CA | $20,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
| CHRISTIE'S PLACE | SAN DIEGO, CA | $20,000 | 2025 | GENERAL |
LAWRENCE FAMILY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS
$50,000GENERAL
GENERAL
SAN DIEGO VOLUNTEER LAWYER PROGRAM INC
$40,000GENERAL
KIDS TURN SAN DIEGO
$25,000GENERAL
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN
$25,000GENERAL
BUTTERLFY PROJECT
$25,000GENERAL
SOMALI BANTU ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
$25,000GENERAL
FRIENDS OF CHABAD LUBAVITCH SAN DIEGO
$25,000GENERAL
J LEADERS
$25,000GENERAL
HOMEMORE PROJECT INC
$10,000GENERAL
ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF RANCHO SAN DIEGUITO
$10,000GENERAL
LAWRENCE FAMILY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS
$195,000GENERAL
SAN DIEGO JEWISH ACADEMY
$180,087GENERAL
KIDS TURN SAN DIEGO
$50,000GENERAL
HOME START INC
$50,000GENERAL
ALMADEN VALLEY COUNSELING SERVICE INC
$40,000GENERAL
J LEADERS
$25,000GENERAL
ALUM ROCK COUNSELING CENTER INC
$25,000GENERAL
FRIENDS OF CHABAD LUBAVITCH SAN DIEGO
$25,000GENERAL
CHRISTIE'S PLACE
$20,000GENERAL
