For George Maisels and his wife, Lois, caring about others began at home in the Bay Area. George ran a liquor store in the Mission District of San Francisco for many years with his brother, Larry. Twenty years ago, he and Lois decided they wanted to leave a legacy for the Jewish community. They chose Jewish Family and Children’s Services to receive a substantial part of their estate, forming the George and Lois Maisels Perpetual Endowment Fund to help victims of domestic violence, children, seniors, emigres, and those in need of emergency assistance. George was very religious, says his sister-in-law,… Read More

The Benjamin and Elizabeth Leavitt Fund provides financial support for the comprehensive social services that JFCS offers to Russian emigres, helping them build successful new lives in the Bay Area. Shared from the Heart My sister and I were truly blessed with devoted and loving parents.  By helping other emigres to increase the quality of their lives, Barry and I are honoring them and the values they passed on to those who were fortunate enough to know them.—Barbara Kay The Benjamin and Elizabeth Leavitt Fund was established by Barbara and Barry Kay in loving memory of Barbara’s parents. Born in… Read More