Tikkun Ha-Olam

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Social Action at the JCCSF is guided by the Jewish principle Tikkun Ha-Olam תיקון עולם or “repair of the world.” Together, we build resiliency, deepen compassion, and understand that each of us has unique gifts to make a difference in the world.

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“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” ― Anne Frank

Through civic engagement, building relationships and identifying urgent needs, we can work together to make our community and our world a better place. We are committed to creating positive change through sharing kindness and pursuing justice. Join us year-round for opportunities to get involved through learning, discussion, donation drives, volunteerism and hands-on projects. Recent partnerships include projects with LavaMae, Jewish Family & Children’s Services, The Butterfly Effect: Migration is Beautiful, Jewish Soldiers Project and more.

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Upcoming Events

May 2025
Fri
23

Jewish Life

TWIST OF TRADITION: HANDS-ON CHALLAH

Date
Fri, May 23
Time
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Braid your own challah to take home and bake, filling your kitchen with the comforting aroma of tradition and joy.
Learn More REGISTER
$0 – $5
Wed
28

Arts & Ideas

SHTERNA & THE LOST VOICE – A NEW YIDDISH FOLKTALE

Date
Wed, May 28
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Be transported into the rich world of Yiddish folklore by this refreshingly new immersive storytelling production featuring live original klezmer music and an exquisite papercut crankie.
Thu
29

Holiday Events

Families In Connection: Trans & Nonbinary Family Member Support

Date
Thu, May 29
Time
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join fellow adult family members of transgender and nonbinary kids and adults for conversation, resources and moments of hope.
June 2025
Sun
1

Jewish Life

Snack Drive Benefiting the Oakland LGBTQ Community Center

Date
Sunday, June 1 – Monday, June 30
Time
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Donate nourishing, grab-and-go snacks to support those facing food insecurity. Drop items at the JCCSF lobby bin. Every snack makes a difference!
Sun
1

Jewish Life

Moments of Discovery from Sinai to San Francisco: Tikkun Leyl Shavuot

Date
Sun, June 1
Time
5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Join us for a community-wide evening of Torah exploration, song, schmooze and light nosh.
Mon
9

Jewish Life

Sound Journey: Pride

Date
Mon, June 9
Time
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Celebrate Pride with this sound journey, inviting you to explore your inner world, release barriers, and recharge your spirit.
Learn More REGISTER
Members $25 | Public $30
Tue
17

Jewish Life

The Lunch Club: Serving Up Tzedek with Repair The World

Date
Tue, May 20
Time
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for The Lunch Club, a monthly service event in partnership with Repair the World, where we make sandwiches for those in need, build community, and explore food justice.
Sun
22

Holiday Events

Pride Family Festival

Date
Sun, June 22
Time
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Join us for a lively Pride celebration full of color, creativity and community – featuring a kid-friendly drag show, hands-on crafts, and activities from local community partners.
Sun
22

Holiday Events

Drag 101 For Teens

Date
Sun, June 22
Time
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Ready to slay the stage? Learn drag basics, experiment with makeup, costumes and accessories, and create your own drag persona – in partnership with Keshet.
Sun
29

Holiday Events

SF Pride Parade: Proud & Jewish

Date
Sun, June 29
Time
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join JCRC Bay Area, JCCSF, Keshet, Sha’ar Zahav, A Wider Bridge, and Jewish Community Federation as we proudly walk in the 55th annual San Francisco Pride Parade – celebrating joy, inclusion and solidarity down Market Street!

Volunteer Opportunities

Bay Area Repair the World

Looking for a way to serve in your community and grow in your social justice journey? From March 7th-May 13th, join Repair the World as a part-time, stipended Service Corps member. Grow through virtual or in-person service with trusted partners while learning and reflecting with peers through training led by national leaders in the field. There will be an intentional focus on social inequities, systemic injustices (racial, food, and education), and addressing urgent needs through meaningful service rooted in Jewish values. Apply or nominate a young adult by February 28th at go.werepair.org/ServiceCorpsSpring

SF-Marin Food Bank

Before the pandemic, one in five people was at risk of hunger in San Francisco and Marin. Now, we know the need is even greater. 

Come alone or gather coworkers, friends, and family to volunteer at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank! Shifts are posted on a month-by-month basis on the second or third Thursday.

Learn more about urgent volunteer needs.

Jewish Family and Children Services

High Holiday Food DriveJFCS is collecting shelf stable pantry items like canned tuna, cereal, broth, granola bars, peanut butter, jam and boxes of macaroni and cheese plus household and personal care items like cleaning supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste and body soap.

Drop off your donations at the JCCSF – donation barrel is in the lobby.

JFCS volunteers help strengthen individuals and families throughout the Bay Area by extending a human touch and meaningful connections to the greater community. JFCS serves thousands of people each year, and our volunteers are a critical component in that care. There are many ways to use your talents and time as a volunteer with JFCS.

Learn more about JFCS volunteer opportunities!

SHA’AR ZAHAV

Clothing Drive — Donate blankets, jackets, socks and other new and lightly used clothing to be distributed to unhoused San Franciscans by the Gubbio Project. At Sha’ar Zahav, 290 Dolores St., S.F. Weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

THE GIVING KITCHEN

Chabad of SF is seeking volunteers to cook meals for those in need at their kosher community kitchen. At Chabad of SF, 496 Natoma St., S.F. Times vary. Registration required.

CIVIC JOY FUND 

The Civic Joy Corp – A big monthly first Saturdays volunteer project that brings 100 San Franciscans together to do some good. Anyone can sign up to join here. 

Clean Up the City – Organizing 10 weekly neighborhood trash pick ups followed by communal meals. Anyone can sign up to join here.

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