The Sephardic Foundation on Aging fosters innovation and collaboration in the field of aging so older people and their communities have the support and resources they need to flourish.
Our values are the foundation upon which we’re built. They inspire all we do, and inform the characteristics we strive to cultivate in ourselves and in our work with others.
Experience
Hochma
Judaism teaches that with years comes perspective and wisdom that should be listened to and respected. We believe that lived experience is a powerful and trustworthy guide for decision-making.
Experience
Hochma
Judaism teaches that with years comes perspective and wisdom that should be listened to and respected. We believe that lived experience is a powerful and trustworthy guide for decision-making.
Community
Kehilla
Cooperation, care, and connection are hallmarks of the Sephardic community we were founded to serve. We strive to embody these values in our philanthropic work, creating an expansive intergenerational community rooted in a common Jewish tradition.
Community
Kehilla
Cooperation, care, and connection are hallmarks of the Sephardic community we were founded to serve. We strive to embody these values in our philanthropic work, creating an expansive intergenerational community rooted in a common Jewish tradition.
Humility
Anava
Humility is one of the most essential values in Judaism. We strive to always listen and learn from the expertise and experience of all of our peers and neighbors.
Humility
Anava
Humility is one of the most essential values in Judaism. We strive to always listen and learn from the expertise and experience of all of our peers and neighbors.
Dignity
Tzelem Elohim
Our Jewish values teach us that all people are created in the image of God. We extend kindness, respect, and dignity to everyone we encounter.
Dignity
Tzelem Elohim
Our Jewish values teach us that all people are created in the image of God. We extend kindness, respect, and dignity to everyone we encounter.
Sincerity
Emet
Truth is central to our Jewish faith. We strive to be reliable and trustworthy partners, speaking with candor and always acting with integrity.
Sincerity
Emet
Truth is central to our Jewish faith. We strive to be reliable and trustworthy partners, speaking with candor and always acting with integrity.
We’re a dedicated team with varied experiences and backgrounds that have come together to make positive change in the lives of older Jewish people around the world.
Executive Director
Director of Grants
Grants Coordinator
Our Board of Directors is composed of business and community leaders, each representing generations of involvement with Jewish community care.
Michael Lopez, Chair
Neil Crespi, Treasurer
James Caspi
Robert Cohen
Laurie Kamhi
Alan Matarasso, M.D.
Henry Perahia
Ira Rousso
Clifton Russo
Martin Elias
Rabbi Arnold Marans, Z"L
We’re proud to support the following partners working to advance our priorities in communities around the world.
The SFA community extends to the following organizations and associations, all of whom help us advance our work and connect with likeminded peers.
