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Your Donations Make an Impact!

We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation. Your donations are tax-deductible. 
​Tax ID# 77-0547417
In a recent community-wide survey, almost 200 households in San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara counties told us they warmly view JCC programs. By connecting and representing all Jewish people - whether or not they are affiliated to the various Jewish institutions in the region – these programs are valued, appreciated, and enjoyed.
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However, their future is not guaranteed. Donations are valuable, but unpredictable. Like all non-profits, the JCC has a budget which requires predictable income.

Ways to Donate:

by check
Please mail checks to:
JCC of SLO
P.O. Box 3722
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-3722

Contact [email protected] for questions.
online
Please complete the form shown on this page to donate online. 

A Note on Zeffy:
Zeffy offers their service for free to non-profit organizations like the JCC of SLO.  Thus, they depend on donations from people who use it.  As such, all Zeffy forms include a drop-down menu at the very bottom with a suggested donation. 
If you prefer to exclude fees, select "other" and type a zero ("0"). 
 
become a jcc supporter

JCC Supporters help sustain our work in the community:

  • Bring diverse cultural programs to the Central Coast​
  • Support SLO's only Jewish day camp
  • ​Support community programs on our Property
  • ​Support Deli Day and cooking classes
  • Provide a memorable Hanukkah for our community
  • Connect to JCC-Federation membership and the broader community
  • ​Support advocacy work of our Community Affairs committee
Click Here to Donate
JCC Supporter  - $144 per year
Sustainability Donor  - $500 per year
Business Supporter - $360 per year

Branded Sponsorships:
Amounts vary yearly depending on event and level
Please reach out if you would like to sponsor an upcoming event
donate gas cards or directly to the jfs program

Donate to JFS Online:

Click here to donate online

Donate Gas Cards to JFS Online: 

Click here to donate gas cards online

Donate via Check:

Contact [email protected] to donate by check.
Qualified Charitable Distribution: SAVE ON TAXES!
People often ask “how can I help the JCC and save money on my taxes?” Here’s a simple way adapted from the websites of Fidelity and Vanguard Investments.

Retirees who are 70½ or older can donate up to $100,000 a year from their IRAs to charity via a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). A QCD is a transfer of assets from your IRA payable directly to a qualified charity or 501c(3) organization, such as the JCC-Federation of SLO.

Amounts distributed as a QCD are NOT included in your taxable income. Normally, funds from an IRA withdrawal are counted at your top marginal tax rate. After you reach age 72, the QCD counts toward your required minimum distribution. While it isn’t deductible, it will reduce your adjusted gross income.

TIP: When significant tax law changes were enacted in 2020, the standard deduction increased to $12,400 for single filers and $24,800 if married filing jointly.  As a result, itemizing deductions, such as a charitable donation, are more unlikely. However, the QCD can remain an option for your charitable giving even if you claim the standard deduction because it lowers your taxable income.

This process is simple. Go to the website of your investment firm(s) and complete a form. You can also talk to your financial advisor or contact customer service of your firm. Since a check will be sent to a charity from a tax-deferred account, you either need to have a cash balance or to sell part or all of a particular investment to create the cash.

The JCC-Federation greatly appreciates your support!​
branded sponsorships
Branded sponsorship amounts  vary yearly, depending on the event and level. 
Our Jewish Heritage Festival and Camp Shoreshim are looking for sponsors!
Please reach out to [email protected] if you would like to sponsor an upcoming event.
tax letters
Tax Letters are automatically generated and sent after completing an online donation.
Donations via check will receive a tax letter at the beginning of the following year.
​ℹ️ Learn more about how donations can help your taxes! Learn more about Qualified Charitable Distributions in the sections above.

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  • About
    • Mission & Vision
    • JCC Property
    • Tennis Court Membership
    • Staff, Board & Volunteers
    • JCC-Federation of SLO & Israel
    • Blog
  • Contribute
    • Become a Member
    • Donate
    • Tribute Donations
    • Volunteer
  • Programs
    • Jewish Family Services >
      • Info for Case Workers
      • Donate Directly to JFS
      • Holiday Gift Baskets
      • Caring Callers
    • Camp Shoreshim
    • Jewish Heritage Festival
    • Deli Days
    • Cooking Classes
    • Hanukkah Downtown
  • Resources
    • Calendar
    • Jewish Resources
    • Community Affairs >
      • Statements Against Antisemitism
  • Contact Us
    • Newsletter
    • Contact
    • Media