Foundation Funds

These endowment funds were established by individuals, families, and as historical milestones to provide ongoing resources to be given by HJFF in support of Alexander Jewish Family Service. If you wish to establish a fund you may download the form below and share it with your professional advisor. If you wish to donate to an already established fund please visit our donate page.

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Celebration Company
Celebration Company Scholarship Fund
Fund for Adults with Intellectual and Development Disabilities
Your investment in the Celebration Company Scholarship Fund empowers people of all abilities with confidence, purpose, and belonging. It provides paid, meaningful work that builds dignity, independence and a path toward future success.
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Employment
E³ Endowment Fund Initiative
Fund for Career & Employment Services
Supporting the long-term sustainability of career and employment development services through the Alexander JFS Career & Employment Center. Through its distribution, those seeking economic independence will have access to life-changing career services including job assessment and coaching, skills certification courses

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Celebration Company
Renee Spolane
Fund for the Good of Life
Established with a bequest from the Estate of Renee Spolane, a friend of the agency for many decades, this fund helps ensure the future of Celebration Company, the agency’s transitional employment program for adults with disabilities.
Behavioral & Mental Health
Robert and Edith Zinn Fund
For Mental Health
After the establishment of the William and Ida Zinn Fund in memory of Robert’s parents, the Zinns maintained a focused interest in the growth of Behavioral and Mental Health Services at Alexander Jewish Family Service. This legacy gift significantly prefunds a gift for Alexander JFS to use these funds now.
Celebration Company
Robinson and Toomim Families
Fund for Celebration Company
In response to the establishment of the For the Good of Life Fund, Ellen and Steve Robinson (past president) and Shirley Toomim, established this significant fund to build the resources for the future of Alexander Jewish Family Service’s transitional employment program for adults with disabilities.
Professional Development
Shirley & Allen Becker Leadership Fund
Award to Recognize Exceptional Alexander Jewish Family Service Board Leaders
Given annually, this award was established by a couple deeply committed to Alexander JFS. Recipients attend the National Conference of the Network for Jewish Human Service Agencies in order that they may further their knowledge and growth as an agency leader.
Professional Development
Sol Brownstein Fund
For Professional Development of Alexander Jewish Family Service Staff
Established in honor of the second Executive Director of Alexander JFS Houston, Sol Brownstein, upon his retirement. It provides opportunities for staff to attend workshops and conferences to continue their professional development.
Financial Stability
Susan and Michael Bono Fortitude Fund
Established to Provide Financial Assistance to Alexander JFS Clients
Provides tangible resources for individuals, families and seniors who are experiencing significant financial stress. Financial stability case managers evaluate client situations and work with the client to stabilize their situation and teach skills for maintaining that stability.
Chaplaincy
Velva G. and H. Fred Levine
Shabbat Box Program
After receiving a Shabbat Box as a patient, Velva Levine better understood the power of this weekly program which provides colorful boxes created by local Jewish teens, filled with Shabbat treats. This fund ensures this life affirming custom continues.
Houston Jewish Family Foundation
4131 S Braeswood Blvd
Houston, TX 77025
Tax ID: 76-0240622
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