Jewish Community Foundation

Laying the groundwork for the next phase of Jewish Pittsburgh.

Experts in Jewish Philanthropy

With decades of experience in charitable giving in Western Pennsylvania, the Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh has helped thousands of individuals and families realize their philanthropic goals in the Jewish community. Uniquely positioned to help you find the most efficient and effective way to reach your goals, Foundation staff will provide you with one-on-one guidance to structure flexible, expertly managed and tax-advantaged giving vehicles. Let us help you with your vision while we take care of the investing, paperwork and reporting.

Seasoned Investment Management

Our goal is to preserve and increase your philanthropic dollars far into the future with a diversified, balanced investment portfolio focused on long-term growth. A dedicated committee of sophisticated finance professionals manages the Jewish Community Foundation’s investments, supported by a professional investment advisor. Our experience and expertise help your philanthropic dollars grow and make a real, measurable difference.

Investment Return

Foundation Fee Schedule

The Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh charges an annual administrative fee to all funds based on the following schedule.
Fund BalanceAnnual Fee
$5 million and under0.60%
Next $5 million0.50%
$10 million & above0.40%

Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh reviews and approves the administrative fee schedule periodically and it is subject to change. Fees are based on an average monthly fund balance and are withdrawn from the fund on a quarterly basis.

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Volunteer Leadership

David Sufrin
Foundation Chair
Geoffrey Gerber
Investment Chair

Questions:

Brian Eglash
Senior Vice President & Chief Development Officer
412-992-5240
Roi Mezare
Roi Mezare
Associate Vice President, Development & Foundation
412-992-5230
Alice Sahel-Azagury
Alice Sahel-Azagury
Senior Development Officer, Planned Giving
412-992-5257
Eric Probola
Eric Probola
Manager, Philanthropic Impact
412-992-5216
Patti Dziekan
Patti Dziekan
Senior Development Associate, Foundation
412-992-5221
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