JCC Cares

There’s Something About This Community—and That’s You

JCC Cares brings our community together through service projects, social justice education and ongoing opportunities to support our neighbors. Rooted in the Jewish values of Chesed (kindness) and Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), JCC Cares turns compassion into meaningful action.

Get Involved

 

Current Opportunities

High Holy Days Community Food Drive

Monday, August 17–Friday, October 2, 2026

Support local San Diegans experiencing food insecurity by donating shelf-stable food for Jewish Family Service.

Drop-Off Information

Place donations in the blue collection bins located at the JCC’s front and back entrances. Bins are accessible during regular business hours.

Suggested Donations

  • Whole-wheat pasta, crackers, oatmeal, brown rice and quinoa
  • Canned tuna, chicken, low-sodium beans and nut butters
  • Fruit packed in juice, vegetables and low-sodium soups
  • Dehydrated mashed potatoes
  • Kosher food items

Please do not donate items packaged in glass.

Reverse Tashlich: A JCC Cares Coastal Cleanup

 

Put Tradition into Action This Rosh Hashanah

Join the Lawrence Family JCC, Repair the Sea®, Ohr Shalom Synagogue, Temple Adat Shalom and Jewish communities around the world for Reverse Tashlich—an international waterfront cleanup initiative.

We’ll begin with a meaningful Tashlich ritual using stones, then work together to remove marine debris and pollution from Mission Bay.

What to Expect

  • A brief Tashlich ritual
  • Family-friendly community service
  • Citizen science data collection with I Love A Clean San Diego
  • Cleanup supplies provided

Event Details

  • Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
  • Time: 9:00–11:00 AM
  • Location: Mission Bay; meeting location provided after registration
  • Cost: Free; advance registration required

Questions? Contact Michelle Jacobson, Community Engagement Manager, at michellej@lfjcc.org.

Register Here

Shine a Light Shabbat

Shine a Light Shabbat brings kosher Shabbat dinners to local churches and faith communities, creating opportunities to share Jewish traditions, ask questions and build meaningful relationships.

Through personal connection and shared experiences, we can grow understanding and help prevent antisemitism.

Ways to Volunteer

Connector
Introduce us to churches or faith communities that may be interested in hosting a dinner.

Cook
Help prepare kosher meals that bring people together around the table.

Ambassador
Attend a dinner, join the conversation and help build connections across faiths.

Volunteer

Help us shine a light through connection, conversation and community.

Questions about JCC Cares? Email, Community Engagement Manager, Michelle Jacobson at michellej@lfjcc.org