Jewish Philanthropies Of Southern Arizona

What Jewish Philanthropies Of Southern Arizona does

Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona (JPSA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit federation headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, formed in 2022 by consolidating the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona and the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern Arizona under a unified umbrella. The organization operates as the central planning, programming, and funding hub for the approximately 30,000-person Jewish community of Southern Arizona, delivering services through five core beneficiary agencies (Jewish Family and Children's Services, Tucson Hebrew Academy, Tucson Jewish Community Center, Tucson Jewish Museum and Holocaust Center, and University of Arizona Hillel) plus a network of partner congregations and organizations.

JPSA's core offerings span two integrated programs: (1) the Federation Annual Campaign, a recurring community fundraising mechanism that raised over $2 million for Israel relief following October 7, 2023, alongside base campaign funding for beneficiary agencies; and (2) the Jewish Community Foundation, which manages Donor Advised Funds (minimum $5,000), Endowment Funds (minimum $10,000), Custodial Funds, and Organization Funds through an online donor portal (Akoya GoFund and SpectrumPortal infrastructure). Additional product lines include the Community Security Initiative (with nearly $1.5M in federal non-profit security grants secured from 2021-2023), Senior Transportation, PJ Library, Birthright Israel facilitation, One Happy Camper scholarships, Women's Philanthropy (Pomegranate and Lion of Judah tiers), Corporate Sponsorship (Platinum/Gold/Silver/Bronze), the Trusted Charitable Advisor program, and the Jewish-Latino Teen Coalition.

The business model combines donations and charitable contributions (the dominant revenue stream, with $22.5M in new contributions in 2024), recurring annual campaign giving, tiered corporate sponsorship, foundation grants, federal security grants, and ancillary facility/event revenue. JPSA serves five primary segments: the Southern Arizona Jewish community at large, individual donors and families seeking tax-efficient charitable vehicles, nonprofit organizations establishing endowments, corporate partners seeking brand exposure, and professional advisors (legal, accounting, wealth management) sourcing DAF clients. The organization holds a Platinum GuideStar Seal of Transparency, a 4-star Charity Navigator rating, and a GreatNonprofits top rating, and employs between 11 and 50 staff across executive, finance, development, marketing, security, and program functions.

Name

Jewish Philanthropies Of Southern Arizona

Legal name

Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona

Website

https://jparizona.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit federation in Tucson that consolidates community fundraising and a Donor Advised Fund platform under one umbrella, serving the region's approximately 30,000-person Jewish community through beneficiary agencies, security services, and engagement programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Foundation and Federation Services

NAICS

Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAKAB

Community Foundations

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Philanthropy, Foundations & Grantmaking

SECONDARYBPAGAKAE

Public Charities & Grantmaking Intermediaries

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Philanthropy, Foundations & Grantmaking

SECONDARYBPAGAKAJ

Arts, Culture & Humanities Grantmaking Foundations

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Philanthropy, Foundations & Grantmaking

Keywords

• Community foundation services
• Donor advised funds
• Charitable endowment management
• Federation fundraising
• Community security programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tucson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Jewish Community Foundation - Grants and Distributions: In 2024, $17.8 million in grants and distributions through donor advised funds, individual endowment funds, and organization funds. In 2025, $21,430,786 distributed through 1,458 grants supporting Jewish community and broader Southern Arizona region.
2. Federation Annual Campaign: Annual fundraising campaign supporting the Jewish community, local Jewish beneficiaries, and emergency funds. In 2024, raised over $2 million for Israel support after October 7.
3. Corporate Sponsorship: Corporate sponsors receive broad exposure to Jewish philanthropists, business people, and community leaders through platinum, gold, silver, and bronze tiered sponsorship packages.
4. New Contributions: In 2024, donors and organizations entrusted the Foundation with $22.5 million in new contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona (JPSA) is a community federation and Jewish Community Foundation that coordinates fundraising, philanthropy, planning, and communal services for the Southern Arizona Jewish community. It operates two main arms: the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona (annual campaign, beneficiary agency funding, community programs) and the Jewish Community Foundation (Donor Advised Funds, endowment funds, and organization funds for charitable giving and legacy planning). The organization also delivers community security services, senior transportation, leadership development, women's philanthropy programs, and Jewish engagement initiatives.

Product overview

Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona (JPSA) operates as a unified organization comprising the Federation and Jewish Community Foundation (JCF). The organization offers a comprehensive portfolio of philanthropic services including the Federation Annual Campaign for community fundraising, Donor Advised Funds (DAF) and Endowment Funds managed through JCF for charitable giving, Community Security Initiative for institutional protection, and various engagement programs for seniors (Senior Transportation), young families (PJ Library, Shalom Baby), youth leadership (Tobin Board Leadership Program, Jewish-Latino Teen Coalition), and women's philanthropy (Lion of Judah, Pomegranate). The organization also facilitates Israel experiences through Birthright, travel scholarships, and Momentum programs; provides volunteer opportunities across multiple service areas; and offers professional advisor services through the Trusted Charitable Advisor (TCA) Program. JPSA serves as the central planning, programming, and funding hub for Southern Arizona's 30,000-person Jewish community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Women's Philanthropy: An affinity group bringing women together to make a difference at home, in Israel, and around the world, raising funds for essential services through campaigns including Lion of Judah and Pomegranate levels.
• REAP (Real Estate and Allied Professionals)
• Jewish-Latino Teen Coalition
• Jewish Community Ecosystem
• Mitzvah Magic
• Tobin Board Leadership Program

Products and services

• Federation Annual Campaign

Quantifiable outcome

• 500+ nonprofits helped in 2024
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeneficiary agency providing counseling and essential community services to vulnerable individuals and families. JPSA provides Federation funding and partners on senior transportation and other programs.
• Tucson Hebrew AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeneficiary agency providing exemplary secular and pluralistic Jewish education for students in kindergarten through 8th grade. JPSA provides funding and educational support.
• Tucson Jewish Community CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeneficiary agency welcoming all ages, abilities, faiths, and identities. JPSA funds programs and partners on Weintraub Israel Center and other community initiatives.
• Tucson Jewish Museum and Holocaust CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeneficiary agency featuring exhibits on Southern Arizona Jewish history and the Holocaust History Center. JPSA provides funding and cultural programming support.
• University of Arizona Hillel FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeneficiary agency building a vibrant Jewish community at the University of Arizona. JPSA supports student programming and engagement through Hillel.
• SEI InvestmentscoreTechnology or IntegrationInvestment management company partnering with the Foundation's Investment Committee to ensure donor and community funds are prudently invested. Platinum-level corporate sponsor.
• Jewish Community Foundation of San DiegocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization offering the Trusted Charitable Advisor (TCA) program to advance charitable planning and strengthen partnership with Southern Arizona professional advisor community.
• Weintraub Israel CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization dedicated to bringing Israeli experience to Tucson through programs and events including community conversations and learning experiences.
• One Happy CamperminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing scholarships of up to $1,500 for Jewish overnight summer camp experiences for children who have never attended Jewish camp.
• Community Food Bank of Southern ArizonaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Project Isaiah annual High Holiday food drive. In 2024, 40,732 meals were donated through this partnership.
• Birthright IsraelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree 10-day trip to Israel for young Jewish adults ages 18-26. JPSA supports and facilitates participation for Southern Arizona community members.
• Momentum UnlimitedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYear-long journey program for mothers raising Jewish children including an 8-day trip to Israel. JPSA facilitates participation and provides support.
• Honeymoon IsraelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram empowering young couples to connect to the Jewish people and Jewish values. JPSA supports and facilitates participation.
• Jewish Agency for IsraelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational organization supporting global Jewish community. JPSA partners for overseas grants and emergency funding.
• American Jewish Joint Distribution CommitteeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal Jewish humanitarian organization. JPSA partners for overseas grants and emergency relief funding.
• Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEstablished to address community-wide priorities including Jewish engagement, Jewish education, caring for others, and tikkun olam (repairing the world).
• Handmaker Jewish Services for the AgingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for AgeWell Day program and senior programming. Provides spiritual life services at their facility.
• PJ LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree Jewish children's books sent monthly to families. JPSA funds and promotes enrollment for Jewish families raising kids from birth through age 12.
• Tucson Hebrew AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJewish education institution providing K-8 education. JPSA funds and partners on educational programming and inclusion support.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix: Federation and foundation serving the Phoenix-area Arizona Jewish community with annual campaign, donor advised funds, and beneficiary agency funding. Direct peer because both operate Jewish federations/foundations within Arizona, sharing donor demographics and partner-agency models.
• Jewish Federation of Cleveland: Cleveland Jewish federation providing annual campaign, foundation, security, education, and beneficiary-agency funding. Comparable mid-sized Jewish federation/foundation operating model with similar community-security emphasis.
• Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego: Jewish community foundation managing donor advised funds, endowments, and legacy giving. Direct peer — JPSA explicitly partners with JCF San Diego on the Trusted Charitable Advisor (TCA) program, indicating directly comparable operating model and shared client base.
• Jewish Federation of Greater Washington: DC-area Jewish federation coordinating annual campaign, beneficiary agencies, foundation, and community security. Comparable mid-sized federation+foundation operating model.
• Community Foundation for Southern Arizona: Non-sectarian community foundation serving Southern Arizona with DAFs, endowments, and grantmaking. Direct geographic peer operating the same community-foundation model in JPSA's exact footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Combined Jewish Philanthropies: Large Greater Boston Jewish federation and foundation running annual campaign, DAFs, and a wide network of beneficiary agencies. Comparable operating model and product set as JPSA but at much larger scale; functions as a broad incumbent in the same category.
• UJA-Federation of New York: Largest U.S. Jewish federation coordinating fundraising, grantmaking, and beneficiary agencies across the New York region. Operates the same federation-plus-foundation combined model as JPSA, but at national-scale magnitude.
• Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles: Major Southern California Jewish federation offering annual campaign, foundation services, community security, and beneficiary-agency funding. Comparable federation/foundation dual structure and security focus.
• Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund (San Francisco): San Francisco Bay Area Jewish federation and endowment fund managing DAFs, endowments, grants, and community programs. Directly comparable combined federation + endowment fund model at a larger scale.
• Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago: Chicago-area Jewish United Fund federation providing annual campaign, foundation, community security, and beneficiary-agency services. Closely aligned federation+foundation structure with JPSA.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/jpsatucson
• Facebookfacebook.com/JPSATucson
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jewish-federation-of-southern-arizona
• Instagraminstagram.com/jpsatucson

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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