Jewish Federation Bay Area
Office: San Francisco, California
Registered with the IRS as Jewish Community Federation Of S F Marin Peninsula & Sonoma Counties
- Office
- San Francisco, CA
- Service area
- 356 ZIP codes (JFNA)
- Revenue (FY2025)
- $505.2M
- Upcoming events
- 39
What's coming up
From Jewish Federation Bay Area's own calendar at jewishfed.org/events, read Oct 7, 2026 (we check it daily). We show what it publishes in a format we can read, so the full calendar may have more. All Jewish events in the San Francisco Bay Area →
- Today
Oct 7 Commemoration and Conversation with Fauda Co-Creator, Avi Issacharoff
Gather in community as we commemorate October 7 and reflect on the importance of telling this story with dignity. As we mark October 7 together, we invite the San Francisco Jewish community to come together for an…
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- Today
Our Memories, Our Hope, Our Community–An October 7 Memorial Event
You are invited to an evening of remembrance, hope and unity as we come together to mark October 7. Through personal testimony, art and music, we will hear firsthand stories from family member of Kibbutz Nir Oz, an IDF…
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- Tomorrow
Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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- Tomorrow
Families
Wornick Jewish Day School: Admissions Info Session and Tour for Prospective Parents
Discover what makes Wornick a place where students are known, challenged, and inspired. Join us for an evening to explore our beautiful campus, meet our dedicated educators, and experience how Wornick nurtures academic…
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- This week
Families
Center for Children and Youth: Sunday Funday
Connect with other SF families with music, play and baby/tot family fun. (0-5 years) (New Parents) (Jewish Parenting) Join Jen Altman of JBN for a fun morning of music, dancing, puppets, friends and snacks in a…
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- This week
Families
Newborn Playgroup for Babies 0 – 9 Months
Join JBN Director Carol Booth, MA, at the JFCS Playroom in Palo Alto to learn about your baby and get to know other new parents of newborns near you. Connect with your baby through interactive Jewish rituals and…
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- This week
2026 FiDF Annual Gala
On October 11th, during Fleet Week, as America honors those who serve, FIDF San Francisco will bring together community members, innovators, and philanthropists, for a historic night celebrating the bond between those…
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Families
CCJDS Sunday Funday
Join us for Sunday Funday at Contra Costa Jewish Day School! Come play, explore, and connect with us during a fun-filled morning for young children and their grown-ups. Enjoy activities for the whole family, explore…
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J Street Policy Center Symposium – From Vision to Action: Shaping the Future of US Foreign Policy
Street is pleased to welcome you to commemorate a landmark moment: the official renaming of the Gallanter–Winograd Policy Center. This gathering will mark where vision meets momentum and community fuels action.…
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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Families
Etz Chayim: Family Fun Time
Get to know other Peninsula families with little ones and celebrate with music and play. (0-5 years) (New Parents) (Jewish Parenting) Join JBN’s Carol Booth and our Etz Chayim friends for Sunday playtime with singing…
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Families
Design Challenge for 4th and 5th Graders and Middle School Info Session for Parents
Join us for an exciting afternoon where future middle school students can experience the creativity, collaboration, and innovation that make our program unique! 4th & 5th Grade Students will work together in a hands-on…
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Pink Challah Bake
Join us for a meaningful evening celebrating Jewish women and honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn the art of making and braiding challah from start to finish, discover the deeper meaning behind its…
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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The Art of Havruta: A Mishnah Study Series with Hadar
Rabbi David Kasher will offer brief teachings on the philosophy of havruta study and guide us through the themes and structure of the Mishnah chapters from Hadar’s Project Zug Course “The Mishnah In Context”. This is an…
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Z3 Conference 2026
Join us for the 12th Z3 Conference, the leading hub for Diaspora-Israel dialogue.
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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Families
Wornick Day School: Admissions Info Session and Tour for Prospective Parents
Discover what makes Wornick a place where students are known, challenged, and inspired. Join us for an evening to explore our beautiful campus, meet our dedicated educators, and experience how Wornick nurtures academic…
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Online
Community Security Webinar: Awareness to Action
From Awareness to Action: Practical Tools for Community Security Knowledge is one of our strongest tools for keeping our community safe. Join the Federation’s Community Security Team for a practical webinar designed to…
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
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Older To Elder: Elders Shabbaton (Ages 55+)
Discover what it means to move from simply growing older to becoming an elder at this immersive commuter Shabbaton for Jewish adults 55+. This is a unique opportunity to spend Shabbat reflecting on your elder journey…
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Older To Elder 2026-27 Programs Information Session
Adamah SF’s Older To Elder is offering programming for Jewish adults seeking to explore elderhood with wisdom, purpose, and community. Rooted in Earth-based Judaism, these offerings invite us to learn from the seasons…
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
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Behind-the-Scenes: New York City Art
Join us for an intimate trip to New York City, traveling alongside Federation Board Chair Laura Lauder with a small group of fellow lay leaders and major donors. Over three days, you’ll explore curator-guided tours of…
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StandWithUs Northern California’s 2026 San Francisco Community Reception
Please join StandWithUs Northern California for our annual Community Reception in San Francisco on Nov. 15. We will be honoring Dumisani Washington, Founder/CEO of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI)…
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The Kabbalah of Meaning
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
The Kabbalah of Meaning
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
The Art of Havruta: A Mishnah Study Series with Hadar
Rabbi David Kasher will offer brief teachings on the philosophy of havruta study and guide us through the themes and structure of the Mishnah chapters from Hadar’s Project Zug Course “The Mishnah In Context”. This is an…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
The Kabbalah of Meaning
Jewish Wisdom for a Life That Matters No matter how much we achieve, something within us still asks: “Is this it? Isn’t there something more?” The Kabbalah of Meaning is a new six-session JLI course exploring the Jewish…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
FamiliesOnline
Wornick Day school: Admissions Info Session for Prospective Parents (Zoom)
Discover what makes Wornick a place where every child is known, inspired, and empowered to thrive. Join us from the comfort of your home to learn how our school combines academic excellence, joyful Jewish learning, and…
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AIPAC San Francisco Leadership Event
This event is by invitation only. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
Families
Hanukkah Party at The Reading Bug with Isaac Zones for 3-5 Year Olds and Families
Get ready for Hanukkah with themed activities with Wornick teachers and music with Isaac Zones at The Reading Bug! This event is co-sponsored by PJCC and PJ Library.
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Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
The Art of Havruta: A Mishnah Study Series with Hadar
Rabbi David Kasher will offer brief teachings on the philosophy of havruta study and guide us through the themes and structure of the Mishnah chapters from Hadar’s Project Zug Course “The Mishnah In Context”. This is an…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
Congregation Beth Sholom: Intro to Judaism
Our engaging, university-accredited Intro to Judaism course is interactive and encourages questions, discussion, and hands-on learning. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. This Introduction to Judaism class will be…
Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗
Online
TK/Kindergarten Readiness Info Session (Zoom)
Learn how to support your child’s transition to TK and Kindergarten. Zoom link will be provided to registered attendees prior to the event.
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Families
Science Fun for Families with 0-5 Year Olds
Spark a lifelong interest in science with interactive experiments and activities for age 0-5. This event is co-sponsored by PJCC, PJ Library, and Jewish Baby Network.
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About Jewish Federation Bay Area
Jewish Federation Bay Area's office is in San Francisco, California. JFNA's Federation directory assigns it 356 ZIP codes — the office location alone doesn't tell you who it serves.
Its calendar lists 39 upcoming community events, the next on Wed, Oct 7.
8 roles posted in the last 120 days are listed on AllJewishJobs.
Its most recent IRS Form 990, for the fiscal year ended June 2025, reports $505.2M in revenue. It has held federal tax-exempt status since 1938.
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Newcomer, family & volunteer programs
We haven't yet checked Jewish Federation Bay Area's local programs against its own website, so we don't list them here. That doesn't mean they don't exist — look on www.jewishfed.org, or send a message and ask.
Get involved
Connect with Jewish Federation Bay Area
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Working at Jewish Federation Bay Area
8 openRoles posted in the last 120 days on our sister site AllJewishJobs, with repeat listings of the same opening shown once. Confirm a role is still open on the listing.
- Major Gifts OfficerSan Francisco, CA (Hybrid) · Full-time · posted Oct 6, 2026
- Community Security AdvisorSan Francisco, CA (Hybrid) · Full-time · posted Sep 22, 2026
- Senior Manager, Community SecuritySan Francisco, CA (Hybrid) · Full-time · posted Sep 4, 2026
- Administrative Coordinator, Diller Teen Fellows (Temp-to-Hire)San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) · Full-time · posted Aug 20, 2026
- Program Associate, SF Diller Teen Fellows (Part-Time)San Francisco, CA · Part-time · posted Aug 15, 2026
How the money works
From the Form 990 for the fiscal year ended June 2025 (Jul 2024 – Jun 2025) — read the filing ↗.
Where the money came from
Total revenue $505.2M
- Contributions & grants$381.7M76%
- Program service revenueFees, tuition and other payments for services$2.7M<1%
- Interest & dividends$65.3M13%
- Gains or losses on investments sold$55.0M11%
- Other revenueNet income from fundraising events, rent, royalties and miscellaneous income$477K<1%
Other revenue includes $70K of net income from fundraising events.
How it was spent, by purpose
Total expenses $129.0M
- Program services$104.3M81%
- Management & general$18.1M14%
- Fundraising$6.6M5%
- Grants to organizations & individuals
- $100.7M · 78% of expenses
- Salaries & officer compensation
- $12.8M · 10% of expenses
The three purposes above add up to total expenses. Grants and pay are a different way of slicing the same spending — they fall within those purposes — so they're listed separately, not added on.
Percentages are shares of the total reported on the Form 990, not of the lines shown. Figures are as filed, rounded for display.
Common questions
What is Jewish Federation Bay Area?
Jewish Federation Bay Area's office is in San Francisco, California. JFNA's Federation directory assigns it 356 ZIP codes — the office location alone doesn't tell you who it serves. Its calendar lists 39 upcoming community events, the next on Wed, Oct 7.
What area does Jewish Federation Bay Area serve?
The Federation's office is in San Francisco, but an office location doesn't define a service area. JFNA's Federation directory assigns it 356 ZIP codes; enter yours in the FedFinder finder to see which Federation that directory lists for your address, and confirm with the Federation if you live near the edge of its area.
How do I get in touch with Jewish Federation Bay Area?
Use the form on this page. It comes to FedFinder first, and with your permission we forward it to Jewish Federation Bay Area. FedFinder can't guarantee a reply — how and whether to respond is up to the Federation. Its own website is www.jewishfed.org.
Do I need to be a member or a donor to take part?
Often not — many Federation programs, volunteer projects and newcomer activities are open to the wider community. Some events are for donors, members or particular groups, so check each listing's eligibility and registration with the host.
What events does Jewish Federation Bay Area have coming up?
39 upcoming community events are listed, starting with "Oct 7 Commemoration and Conversation with Fauda Co-Creator, Avi Issacharoff" on Wed, Oct 7. Check eligibility and registration with the host before you go.
How large is Jewish Federation Bay Area?
Its most recent IRS Form 990, for the fiscal year ended June 2025, reported $505,170,712 in revenue — the largest by revenue of the 12 California Federations that publish IRS filings. It had 136 employees and made $100.7M in grants that year. Revenue measures size, not effectiveness or impact. A Federation files after its fiscal year closes, and FedFinder adds each new return as soon as the IRS publishes it.
Is Jewish Federation Bay Area hiring?
8 roles posted in the last 120 days are listed on AllJewishJobs, including Major Gifts Officer. Confirm a role is still open on the listing.
Nearby in California
The 6 nearest of the 11 other Federations and communities listed in California, by office location.
- Jewish Silicon Valley
- Jewish Federation of the Sacramento Region
- JCC-Federation of San Luis Obispo
- Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara
- Jewish Federation of Ventura County
- Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles
Financial history
12 years of IRS Form 990 filings, through the fiscal year ended June 2025. Each links to its source document.
By its latest revenue, Jewish Federation Bay Area is the largest by revenue of the 12 California Federations that publish IRS filings. Revenue measures size — it says nothing about how effective a Federation is or the difference it makes.
All 12 reported filings
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025Jul 2024 – Jun 2025 | $505,170,712 | $129,045,840 | $1,953,435,878 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2024Jul 2023 – Jun 2024 | $148,238,373 | $155,888,122 | $1,532,043,161 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2023Jul 2022 – Jun 2023 | $124,934,665 | $124,966,907 | $1,431,551,846 | — |
| FY2022Jul 2021 – Jun 2022 | $255,002,882 | $117,996,235 | $1,376,293,215 | Form 990 ↗ |
| 2021 | $154,567,295 | $106,073,887 | $1,443,740,655 | — |
| FY2020Jul 2019 – Jun 2020 | $186,384,757 | $123,418,313 | $1,187,507,760 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2019Jul 2018 – Jun 2019 | $144,796,926 | $101,457,296 | $1,111,133,452 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2018Jul 2017 – Jun 2018 | $179,606,835 | $99,067,005 | $1,110,063,213 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2017Jul 2016 – Jun 2017 | $144,973,880 | $108,286,334 | $1,046,104,341 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2016Jul 2015 – Jun 2016 | $130,282,883 | $103,726,498 | $960,325,029 | Form 990 ↗ |
| 2015 | $147,289,138 | $91,700,986 | $994,844,147 | Form 990 ↗ |
| 2014 | $163,764,782 | $95,313,460 | $926,490,857 | Form 990 ↗ |