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Our Mission

Our mission is to assist and empower financially vulnerable Jewish San Diegans in their journey from physical or psychological crisis to self-sufficiency. We improve lives!

Meeting basic physical and psychological needs of vulnerable Jewish households

Utilizing a comprehensive, coordinated, collaboration of service providers and caring volunteers

Providing immediate and long term actions towards meeting needs

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Providing respectful, confidential, and supportive services, to help individuals in need find a path forward

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San Diego Jewish Community Studies from 2019 and 2022 indicate that approximately 20% of 56,200 San Diego Jewish households live in or on the edge of poverty. Whether you need assistance, want to volunteer your time, or wish to support our work as a donor, we are glad you are here. We look forward to connecting with you.

INSPIRED BY THE WISDOM AND VALUES OF JEWISH TRADITION, WE ASSIST IN STRENGTHENING LIVES THROUGH COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT.

Testimonials

What our Members are saying

The Kindness Initiative came to my rescue and avoided me being homeless when another service organization let me down at the last moment. They really care and treat me with respect.

The Kindness Initiative has helped me feel supported by the Jewish community. Their monthly financial assistance through the Adopt-a-family program gift is helping with food and my cell phone bill. So very much appreciated!

After losing my business I needed support. They helped me pay for car repairs, find affordable housing and more. I was blown away by their great communication and immediate help. When I needed them, they were right there as a pillar of love and support.