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9404 Genesee Ave #200 La Jolla, CA 92037Ph: 858-216-1666 kindnessSD.org@kindnesssandiego @kindnessinitiativesd@kindness-initiative2023 IMPACT REPORT2023 COMMUNITY COLLABORATION: • Mishloach Manot gifted by Congregation Adat Yeshurun• Pickleball mixer for young professionals • Community fooddrive and disbursement of Passover holiday baskets gifted by Choose Kindness Foundation. • Participation in Friendship Circle Walk in May•Rosh Hashanah gift bags in collaboration with San Diego Jewish Academy• Games for Good fundraiser co-sponsored and hosted by the Lawrence Family JCC • Alice and Olivia “Shop for a Cause” Event• Children’s Hanukkah gift initiative at kindnessG'MACH in collaboration with Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care. • Adopt-A-Kindness Family sponsorship by Beth El CongregationBen BarthBrad SlavinKim ChesbroughSharon DavidsonSelwyn IsakowSuzanne MarcusSarah ShekhterJack ShevelAlex StolarskiTO OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS:FinancialsThank YouBOARD OF DIRECTORSWe are extremely grateful to our 2023 supporters. Thank you for your commitment to our mission. • : Denotes a Jewish Community Foundation fund ‡ : Adopt-a-Kindness Family sponsorLIQUID ASSETSat December 31, 2023: $762,899$703,950 $561,985Administrative ExpensesMember Support ExpendituresDirect Stipendsto MembersEXPENDITURES"I have the ability to help those in need in a meaningful, impactful way. With the support of the incredible KI team, I know that I am not only helping people during a crisis, I am giving them tools and resources that will benet them longterm." — KI Volunteer“... for me it’s more impactful to see the results on my giving to an individual. My heart opens wider; I not only know where my contribution is going; I actually see it and follow it; and the gratitude I have to Hashem for giving me the resources is greater than it might otherwise be.” — KI Donor"We never know the journey another person has walked, so be kind to everyone" — Lynette MatherREVENUESFoundations and Donor Advised FundsOrganizations10% Corporate6% Investment Income3% Tributes ("Honorary" and "In Memory of")Individual ContributionsFOUNDERS SOCIETY(recognizes giving of over $100,000 in 2020/2021)Aaron Feldman - Sunroad Automotive •Joseph and Beverley Glickman Fund – Elaine Galinson and Herb Solomon • Selwyn and Hilary IsakowGary and Jean ShekhterPLATINUM SPONSOR($50,000 – $99,999) Aaron Feldman - Sunroad Automotive •Joseph and Beverley Glickman Fund – Elaine Galinson and Herb Solomon • Hope Village San Diego Chesed HomeJack and Monique ShevelGOLD SPONSOR ($25,000 – $49,999) Selwyn and Hilary IsakowDoctor Bob Shillman •United Jewish Federation •SILVER SPONSOR ($10,000 - $24,999)Allison and Robert Price Family Foundation • CalPrivate Bank Cushman Foundation Tanya and Ian Freedman • Mark & Hanna Gleiberman Lee Goldberg • Lou Dunst Foundation Fund of the Jewish Community Foundation • Selwyn and Barbara Klein ‡Louis Navias San Diego Jewish Community COVID-19 Emergency Fund Gary and Jean Shekhter • PATRON ($3,600 - $9,999)Karen and Michael Aron • Ben and Shlomit Barth Brad and Lisa Slavin • Epstein Family Foundation Dori Brown Kim and Rick Chesbrough Congregation Beth El ‡Sharon Davidson David and Claire Ellman Harold Frysh and Wendy Burk ‡Hersch Kla Julian and Tina Krinsky ‡Steve and Patty Mizel • ‡Miriam Norten and Alex Stolarski • Nicole and Brett Saloner ‡Boris Shekhter and Sarah Shekhter • Jay and Devorah Shore ‡Joyce Tash Susan Chortek and Eric Weisman • Jackie Woolf • Futures Unbound FoundationAllan and Helene Ziman • INNER CIRCLE ($1,000 - $3,599)Mark Abelkop Edgar and Julie Berner • Michael Cobb Congregation Adat Yeshurun Suzi and Bernie Feldman • John and Pauline Freedman Glenda and Philip Ginsburg Eric Goldschmidt • Mark Greenberg • Joe Gross Peter Jupp ‡David and Susan Kabako • Avra Kassar • Sarah Price Keating and Brian Keating • Beverley and Martin Pamensky Diane Parrotte Mark and Hasty Pidgeon Lowell and Julie Potiker • Je Sacks Helene and Craig Saer Hannah Sapir Schulman Endowment Fund • Charlene SeidleDenise Selati • Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek Mitchell and Tina Shack Amy and Chuck Spielman • Deena and Michael Swidler • Ellie and Brooke Yakatan ‡SUPPORTERS’ CIRCLE ($500 - $999)Michelle and Basil Abramowitz •Larry and Janet Acheatel •Harvey Amster •Jill Beck Neil and Ruth Berkowitz Karen and Jaime Breziner ‡ Liz Coden Paul and Joyce Dostart Richard Durra Eve and Gary Fybel Barry Galgut Benson and Denny Jaryzyna-Witkin Mark Kobernick Michael Kurlansky Derek and Robyn Lichter Shari and Fred Schenk Je Schindler Nate and Ayesha Schuster Julie Shapiro Estelle Silverstein Marcia Solomon Eva Trieger •AMBASSADORS• Develop Resources• Facilitate Access to service providersASSIGNMENT• Projects to Fill Service Voids• Pro-Bono service providersADMINISTRATIVE• Administrative, Marketing, Technology & Data management supportANGELS• Member support• Navigation, advocacy and personal attention51%22%21%57%12%18%Protecting Dignity, Providing Hope.Thank You8811 Production Ave, San Diego, CA 92121OPEN Monday & Thursday 10a.m. - 2p.m.kindnessG'MACHTHE JEWISH GIFT CLOSET

The Levys* are an Israeli family who found themselves facing unforeseen challenges in San Diego. They were confronted with the uncertainty of nancial support from their family back in Israel due to the tumultuous circumstances prevailing there. Kindness Emergency Support Fund (KESF) played a pivotal role in bridging the gap for families like the Levy’s. KI provided essential support, ranging from assistance with job applications to resume building and crucial nancial assistance."I just got o the phone with my family in Israel, asking about the family assistance I get from them every month towards rent. As we all know, the situation on the ground is very discombobulated, and they don't know if they can help me," shares Mr. Levy. "Thank you so very much for your assistance with my job search and the monthly stipend. It has made all the dierence and has helped us get by each month."Despite their current struggles, the Levy’s are determined to overcome their hardships. Looking toward the future, Mr. Levy expressed "hopefully, in the near future, I'll be able to return it with an additional donation so other people in my shoes will be able to benet from your kindness.” * Names changed to protect privacy of individualSelwyn Isakow, FounderBeverley Pamensky, Director of Member ServicesKaren Lock, Director of kindnessG’MACHTamar Siegel, Director of OperationsDana Glasser, Director of Case ManagementJamie Komen, Director of Resources and Case Management OperationsAlice Tricaso, Case ManagerAvigail Eitan, Intern, Case ManagerThank you! I’ve been with Kindness Initiative for only three months, and over this brief period I’ve seen the powerful work of our case workers and Angel volunteers helping vulnerable Jewish households avert crisis, providing our members resources to food, government programs, health & medical access, housing and so much more. This assistance has expanded now that kindnessG’MACH is part of our family. Karen and her group of dedicated volunteers help everyone feel welcome and provide a safe space for community members to shop with dignity for household items, bedding, toiletries, Judaica, clothing, furniture, and more, all for free. None of this would be possible without the support from you, our donors. You see the need and heartbreaking struggle members of our Jewish community are facing and you step up and say, “not on my watch.” You’ve shown your commitment by giving to our “Adopt-A-kindnessFamily" program, Rent Relief Program, and to our general fund so we can direct your important dollars to where the need is greatest. The Community Studies from 2019 and 2022 both show that the number of Jewish people living just at or below the poverty line continues to increase. From inception, we have helped over 220 households, that’s over 500 individuals, and this number is just the tip of the iceberg. There are approximately 15,000 Jews in need living in San Diego County. Now add to this number, Israelis who have come to San Diego displaced by the war, seeking refuge for their children, and arriving here with few possessions. These Israeli’s do not fall into the conventional communal support structure. They don’t qualify for traditional sources of aid. Kindness Initiative realized their unique situation and formed the “Kindness Emergency Support Fund for Israelis Living in San Diego (KESF).” Thanks to your generosity to this fund, and donations to kindnessG’MACH, we are able to help these families set up a home, put food on their table, nd Hebrew schooling for their children, and access health and wellbeing resources they so desperately need. These are some of the amazing achievements I’ve seen our team accomplish in my rst three months at Kindness Initiative. Together with your support, we will continue to grow and positively impact so many more lives in our beautiful community. Toda Raba! With deep gratitude,Sabrina, Executive DirectorJoshua, a devoted single father, faced a challenging situation after losing his job due to the full-time care needed for his two sons, one with autism and the other with ADHD. With rent of $2000 and unemployment at $1800, he turned to Kindness Initiative (KI) for support. Joshua’s goal was guring out how to secure employment while caring for his special needs children.KI stepped in, assisting with resume review and job coaching from a volunteer mentor. Additionally, KI provided a short-term nancial stipend, and essentials through kindnessG'MACH, such as clothing, toiletries, and diapers. KI oered guidance on accessing nutritious food, free phone services, and housing assistance to help reduce monthly expenses.Expressing gratitude, Joshua shared, "Thank you ~ I now have a fridge full of fruits and veggies! I really appreciate you, thank you for your help through this hard season, it really encourages me to keep going - Happy New Year!" Joshua's story highlights resilience, the strength of familial love, and underscores the transformative power of Kindness Initiative in creating a brighter future for those in need.* Name changed to protect privacy of individual.MEET JOSHUA*,A SINGLEFATHER OF TWOASSISTING LOCALISRAELI FAMILYSABRINA KERBEL,EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR "Thank you so much for sending me this job connection. It means so much to me and it is what I needed. You have given me the rod and I can now go and sh.” — KI Member10%Percent of Members receiving support20%40%60%80%100%AREAS OF ASSISTANCECUSTOMIZEDSERVICES INCLUDE:HOUSEHOLDS SERVED WITH LIMITING HEALTH CONDITIONSOUR MEMBERS:MedicalHousing/Rent/MovingHousehold ItemsGrocery& GasDental/Vision CareFood InsecurityAngel/CompanionshipVehicle Repairs58% ARE FAMILIES (household of 2 or more)55% MEMBERS OVER THE AGE OF 55OVER 500 HOUSEHOLDS SUPPORTED (including our KI Members and kindnessG’MACH clients)28% ARE SINGLE PARENTS76% RECEIVE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE22%PHYSICAL37%NONE21%MENTAL 20%MORETHAN ONEkindnessG’MACH receives donated household and personal goods and makes them available to Jewish households at no cost. G’MACH is a steadfast pillar of support and a lifeline to hundreds of vulnerable households, providing essential items such as clothing, furniture, baby gear, Judaica, bedding, toys, wedding dresses, formal wear, and an array of other goods. In the warehouse, each item carries a story—a car seat for a single mother navigating a new chapter, a blazer for an unemployed gentleman braving a job interview, a school uniform for an excited 6 year old . These aren't just objects; they are the brushstrokes of compassion, the threads of perseverance woven into the fabric of lives. In addition to our local Jewish community, kindnessG’MACH provides invaluable assistance to individuals and their families from Israel while in San Diego as part of the lung and heart transplant program. These individual who face uncertainty, nancial instability, and loneliness, nd solace in kindnessG’MACH's extensive support network. kindnessG’MACH furnishes new sterile mattresses, bedding, furniture, cleaning supplies, and any other item they may need, creating a comfortable living space by oering comprehensive assistance.Beyond material provisions, kindnessG’MACH serves as a communal hub, where families connect, volunteers oer support, and emotional well-being is prioritized. kindnessG’MACH transcends being a facility—it is a haven for human connection, and a symphony of kindness. In each interaction, kindnessG’MACH resonates with the heartbeat of shared humanity, arming that, in the tapestry of giving, every thread is a story, and every story is a testament to the enduring power of compassion.kindnessG'MACHTHE JEWISH GIFT CLOSET

The Levys* are an Israeli family who found themselves facing unforeseen challenges in San Diego. They were confronted with the uncertainty of nancial support from their family back in Israel due to the tumultuous circumstances prevailing there. Kindness Emergency Support Fund (KESF) played a pivotal role in bridging the gap for families like the Levy’s. KI provided essential support, ranging from assistance with job applications to resume building and crucial nancial assistance."I just got o the phone with my family in Israel, asking about the family assistance I get from them every month towards rent. As we all know, the situation on the ground is very discombobulated, and they don't know if they can help me," shares Mr. Levy. "Thank you so very much for your assistance with my job search and the monthly stipend. It has made all the dierence and has helped us get by each month."Despite their current struggles, the Levy’s are determined to overcome their hardships. Looking toward the future, Mr. Levy expressed "hopefully, in the near future, I'll be able to return it with an additional donation so other people in my shoes will be able to benet from your kindness.” * Names changed to protect privacy of individualSelwyn Isakow, FounderBeverley Pamensky, Director of Member ServicesKaren Lock, Director of kindnessG’MACHTamar Siegel, Director of OperationsDana Glasser, Director of Case ManagementJamie Komen, Director of Resources and Case Management OperationsAlice Tricaso, Case ManagerAvigail Eitan, Intern, Case ManagerThank you! I’ve been with Kindness Initiative for only three months, and over this brief period I’ve seen the powerful work of our case workers and Angel volunteers helping vulnerable Jewish households avert crisis, providing our members resources to food, government programs, health & medical access, housing and so much more. This assistance has expanded now that kindnessG’MACH is part of our family. Karen and her group of dedicated volunteers help everyone feel welcome and provide a safe space for community members to shop with dignity for household items, bedding, toiletries, Judaica, clothing, furniture, and more, all for free. None of this would be possible without the support from you, our donors. You see the need and heartbreaking struggle members of our Jewish community are facing and you step up and say, “not on my watch.” You’ve shown your commitment by giving to our “Adopt-A-kindnessFamily" program, Rent Relief Program, and to our general fund so we can direct your important dollars to where the need is greatest. The Community Studies from 2019 and 2022 both show that the number of Jewish people living just at or below the poverty line continues to increase. From inception, we have helped over 220 households, that’s over 500 individuals, and this number is just the tip of the iceberg. There are approximately 15,000 Jews in need living in San Diego County. Now add to this number, Israelis who have come to San Diego displaced by the war, seeking refuge for their children, and arriving here with few possessions. These Israeli’s do not fall into the conventional communal support structure. They don’t qualify for traditional sources of aid. Kindness Initiative realized their unique situation and formed the “Kindness Emergency Support Fund for Israelis Living in San Diego (KESF).” Thanks to your generosity to this fund, and donations to kindnessG’MACH, we are able to help these families set up a home, put food on their table, nd Hebrew schooling for their children, and access health and wellbeing resources they so desperately need. These are some of the amazing achievements I’ve seen our team accomplish in my rst three months at Kindness Initiative. Together with your support, we will continue to grow and positively impact so many more lives in our beautiful community. Toda Raba! With deep gratitude,Sabrina, Executive DirectorJoshua, a devoted single father, faced a challenging situation after losing his job due to the full-time care needed for his two sons, one with autism and the other with ADHD. With rent of $2000 and unemployment at $1800, he turned to Kindness Initiative (KI) for support. Joshua’s goal was guring out how to secure employment while caring for his special needs children.KI stepped in, assisting with resume review and job coaching from a volunteer mentor. Additionally, KI provided a short-term nancial stipend, and essentials through kindnessG'MACH, such as clothing, toiletries, and diapers. KI oered guidance on accessing nutritious food, free phone services, and housing assistance to help reduce monthly expenses.Expressing gratitude, Joshua shared, "Thank you ~ I now have a fridge full of fruits and veggies! I really appreciate you, thank you for your help through this hard season, it really encourages me to keep going - Happy New Year!" Joshua's story highlights resilience, the strength of familial love, and underscores the transformative power of Kindness Initiative in creating a brighter future for those in need.* Name changed to protect privacy of individual.MEET JOSHUA*,A SINGLEFATHER OF TWOASSISTING LOCALISRAELI FAMILYSABRINA KERBEL,EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR "Thank you so much for sending me this job connection. It means so much to me and it is what I needed. You have given me the rod and I can now go and sh.” — KI Member10%Percent of Members receiving support20%40%60%80%100%AREAS OF ASSISTANCECUSTOMIZEDSERVICES INCLUDE:HOUSEHOLDS SERVED WITH LIMITING HEALTH CONDITIONSOUR MEMBERS:MedicalHousing/Rent/MovingHousehold ItemsGrocery& GasDental/Vision CareFood InsecurityAngel/CompanionshipVehicle Repairs58% ARE FAMILIES (household of 2 or more)55% MEMBERS OVER THE AGE OF 55OVER 500 HOUSEHOLDS SUPPORTED (including our KI Members and kindnessG’MACH clients)28% ARE SINGLE PARENTS76% RECEIVE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE22%PHYSICAL37%NONE21%MENTAL 20%MORETHAN ONEkindnessG’MACH receives donated household and personal goods and makes them available to Jewish households at no cost. G’MACH is a steadfast pillar of support and a lifeline to hundreds of vulnerable households, providing essential items such as clothing, furniture, baby gear, Judaica, bedding, toys, wedding dresses, formal wear, and an array of other goods. In the warehouse, each item carries a story—a car seat for a single mother navigating a new chapter, a blazer for an unemployed gentleman braving a job interview, a school uniform for an excited 6 year old . These aren't just objects; they are the brushstrokes of compassion, the threads of perseverance woven into the fabric of lives. In addition to our local Jewish community, kindnessG’MACH provides invaluable assistance to individuals and their families from Israel while in San Diego as part of the lung and heart transplant program. These individual who face uncertainty, nancial instability, and loneliness, nd solace in kindnessG’MACH's extensive support network. kindnessG’MACH furnishes new sterile mattresses, bedding, furniture, cleaning supplies, and any other item they may need, creating a comfortable living space by oering comprehensive assistance.Beyond material provisions, kindnessG’MACH serves as a communal hub, where families connect, volunteers oer support, and emotional well-being is prioritized. kindnessG’MACH transcends being a facility—it is a haven for human connection, and a symphony of kindness. In each interaction, kindnessG’MACH resonates with the heartbeat of shared humanity, arming that, in the tapestry of giving, every thread is a story, and every story is a testament to the enduring power of compassion.kindnessG'MACHTHE JEWISH GIFT CLOSET

The Levys* are an Israeli family who found themselves facing unforeseen challenges in San Diego. They were confronted with the uncertainty of nancial support from their family back in Israel due to the tumultuous circumstances prevailing there. Kindness Emergency Support Fund (KESF) played a pivotal role in bridging the gap for families like the Levy’s. KI provided essential support, ranging from assistance with job applications to resume building and crucial nancial assistance."I just got o the phone with my family in Israel, asking about the family assistance I get from them every month towards rent. As we all know, the situation on the ground is very discombobulated, and they don't know if they can help me," shares Mr. Levy. "Thank you so very much for your assistance with my job search and the monthly stipend. It has made all the dierence and has helped us get by each month."Despite their current struggles, the Levy’s are determined to overcome their hardships. Looking toward the future, Mr. Levy expressed "hopefully, in the near future, I'll be able to return it with an additional donation so other people in my shoes will be able to benet from your kindness.” * Names changed to protect privacy of individualSelwyn Isakow, FounderBeverley Pamensky, Director of Member ServicesKaren Lock, Director of kindnessG’MACHTamar Siegel, Director of OperationsDana Glasser, Director of Case ManagementJamie Komen, Director of Resources and Case Management OperationsAlice Tricaso, Case ManagerAvigail Eitan, Intern, Case ManagerThank you! I’ve been with Kindness Initiative for only three months, and over this brief period I’ve seen the powerful work of our case workers and Angel volunteers helping vulnerable Jewish households avert crisis, providing our members resources to food, government programs, health & medical access, housing and so much more. This assistance has expanded now that kindnessG’MACH is part of our family. Karen and her group of dedicated volunteers help everyone feel welcome and provide a safe space for community members to shop with dignity for household items, bedding, toiletries, Judaica, clothing, furniture, and more, all for free. None of this would be possible without the support from you, our donors. You see the need and heartbreaking struggle members of our Jewish community are facing and you step up and say, “not on my watch.” You’ve shown your commitment by giving to our “Adopt-A-kindnessFamily" program, Rent Relief Program, and to our general fund so we can direct your important dollars to where the need is greatest. The Community Studies from 2019 and 2022 both show that the number of Jewish people living just at or below the poverty line continues to increase. From inception, we have helped over 220 households, that’s over 500 individuals, and this number is just the tip of the iceberg. There are approximately 15,000 Jews in need living in San Diego County. Now add to this number, Israelis who have come to San Diego displaced by the war, seeking refuge for their children, and arriving here with few possessions. These Israeli’s do not fall into the conventional communal support structure. They don’t qualify for traditional sources of aid. Kindness Initiative realized their unique situation and formed the “Kindness Emergency Support Fund for Israelis Living in San Diego (KESF).” Thanks to your generosity to this fund, and donations to kindnessG’MACH, we are able to help these families set up a home, put food on their table, nd Hebrew schooling for their children, and access health and wellbeing resources they so desperately need. These are some of the amazing achievements I’ve seen our team accomplish in my rst three months at Kindness Initiative. Together with your support, we will continue to grow and positively impact so many more lives in our beautiful community. Toda Raba! With deep gratitude,Sabrina, Executive DirectorJoshua, a devoted single father, faced a challenging situation after losing his job due to the full-time care needed for his two sons, one with autism and the other with ADHD. With rent of $2000 and unemployment at $1800, he turned to Kindness Initiative (KI) for support. Joshua’s goal was guring out how to secure employment while caring for his special needs children.KI stepped in, assisting with resume review and job coaching from a volunteer mentor. Additionally, KI provided a short-term nancial stipend, and essentials through kindnessG'MACH, such as clothing, toiletries, and diapers. KI oered guidance on accessing nutritious food, free phone services, and housing assistance to help reduce monthly expenses.Expressing gratitude, Joshua shared, "Thank you ~ I now have a fridge full of fruits and veggies! I really appreciate you, thank you for your help through this hard season, it really encourages me to keep going - Happy New Year!" Joshua's story highlights resilience, the strength of familial love, and underscores the transformative power of Kindness Initiative in creating a brighter future for those in need.* Name changed to protect privacy of individual.MEET JOSHUA*,A SINGLEFATHER OF TWOASSISTING LOCALISRAELI FAMILYSABRINA KERBEL,EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR "Thank you so much for sending me this job connection. It means so much to me and it is what I needed. You have given me the rod and I can now go and sh.” — KI Member10%Percent of Members receiving support20%40%60%80%100%AREAS OF ASSISTANCECUSTOMIZEDSERVICES INCLUDE:HOUSEHOLDS SERVED WITH LIMITING HEALTH CONDITIONSOUR MEMBERS:MedicalHousing/Rent/MovingHousehold ItemsGrocery& GasDental/Vision CareFood InsecurityAngel/CompanionshipVehicle Repairs58% ARE FAMILIES (household of 2 or more)55% MEMBERS OVER THE AGE OF 55OVER 500 HOUSEHOLDS SUPPORTED (including our KI Members and kindnessG’MACH clients)28% ARE SINGLE PARENTS76% RECEIVE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE22%PHYSICAL37%NONE21%MENTAL 20%MORETHAN ONEkindnessG’MACH receives donated household and personal goods and makes them available to Jewish households at no cost. G’MACH is a steadfast pillar of support and a lifeline to hundreds of vulnerable households, providing essential items such as clothing, furniture, baby gear, Judaica, bedding, toys, wedding dresses, formal wear, and an array of other goods. In the warehouse, each item carries a story—a car seat for a single mother navigating a new chapter, a blazer for an unemployed gentleman braving a job interview, a school uniform for an excited 6 year old . These aren't just objects; they are the brushstrokes of compassion, the threads of perseverance woven into the fabric of lives. In addition to our local Jewish community, kindnessG’MACH provides invaluable assistance to individuals and their families from Israel while in San Diego as part of the lung and heart transplant program. These individual who face uncertainty, nancial instability, and loneliness, nd solace in kindnessG’MACH's extensive support network. kindnessG’MACH furnishes new sterile mattresses, bedding, furniture, cleaning supplies, and any other item they may need, creating a comfortable living space by oering comprehensive assistance.Beyond material provisions, kindnessG’MACH serves as a communal hub, where families connect, volunteers oer support, and emotional well-being is prioritized. kindnessG’MACH transcends being a facility—it is a haven for human connection, and a symphony of kindness. In each interaction, kindnessG’MACH resonates with the heartbeat of shared humanity, arming that, in the tapestry of giving, every thread is a story, and every story is a testament to the enduring power of compassion.kindnessG'MACHTHE JEWISH GIFT CLOSET

9404 Genesee Ave #200 La Jolla, CA 92037Ph: 858-216-1666 kindnessSD.org@kindnesssandiego @kindnessinitiativesd@kindness-initiative2023 IMPACT REPORT2023 COMMUNITY COLLABORATION: • Mishloach Manot gifted by Congregation Adat Yeshurun• Pickleball mixer for young professionals • Community fooddrive and disbursement of Passover holiday baskets gifted by Choose Kindness Foundation. • Participation in Friendship Circle Walk in May•Rosh Hashanah gift bags in collaboration with San Diego Jewish Academy• Games for Good fundraiser co-sponsored and hosted by the Lawrence Family JCC • Alice and Olivia “Shop for a Cause” Event• Children’s Hanukkah gift initiative at kindnessG'MACH in collaboration with Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care. • Adopt-A-Kindness Family sponsorship by Beth El CongregationBen BarthBrad SlavinKim ChesbroughSharon DavidsonSelwyn IsakowSuzanne MarcusSarah ShekhterJack ShevelAlex StolarskiTO OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS:FinancialsThank YouBOARD OF DIRECTORSWe are extremely grateful to our 2023 supporters. Thank you for your commitment to our mission. • : Denotes a Jewish Community Foundation fund ‡ : Adopt-a-Kindness Family sponsorLIQUID ASSETSat December 31, 2023: $762,899$703,950 $561,985Administrative ExpensesMember Support ExpendituresDirect Stipendsto MembersEXPENDITURES"I have the ability to help those in need in a meaningful, impactful way. With the support of the incredible KI team, I know that I am not only helping people during a crisis, I am giving them tools and resources that will benet them longterm." — KI Volunteer“... for me it’s more impactful to see the results on my giving to an individual. My heart opens wider; I not only know where my contribution is going; I actually see it and follow it; and the gratitude I have to Hashem for giving me the resources is greater than it might otherwise be.” — KI Donor"We never know the journey another person has walked, so be kind to everyone" — Lynette MatherREVENUESFoundations and Donor Advised FundsOrganizations10% Corporate6% Investment Income3% Tributes ("Honorary" and "In Memory of")Individual ContributionsFOUNDERS SOCIETY(recognizes giving of over $100,000 in 2020/2021)Aaron Feldman - Sunroad Automotive •Joseph and Beverley Glickman Fund – Elaine Galinson and Herb Solomon • Selwyn and Hilary IsakowGary and Jean ShekhterPLATINUM SPONSOR($50,000 – $99,999) Aaron Feldman - Sunroad Automotive •Joseph and Beverley Glickman Fund – Elaine Galinson and Herb Solomon • Hope Village San Diego Chesed HomeJack and Monique ShevelGOLD SPONSOR ($25,000 – $49,999) Selwyn and Hilary IsakowDoctor Bob Shillman •United Jewish Federation •SILVER SPONSOR ($10,000 - $24,999)Allison and Robert Price Family Foundation • CalPrivate Bank Cushman Foundation Tanya and Ian Freedman • Mark & Hanna Gleiberman Lee Goldberg • Lou Dunst Foundation Fund of the Jewish Community Foundation • Selwyn and Barbara Klein ‡Louis Navias San Diego Jewish Community COVID-19 Emergency Fund Gary and Jean Shekhter • PATRON ($3,600 - $9,999)Karen and Michael Aron • Ben and Shlomit Barth Brad and Lisa Slavin • Epstein Family Foundation Dori Brown Kim and Rick Chesbrough Congregation Beth El ‡Sharon Davidson David and Claire Ellman Harold Frysh and Wendy Burk ‡Hersch Kla Julian and Tina Krinsky ‡Steve and Patty Mizel • ‡Miriam Norten and Alex Stolarski • Nicole and Brett Saloner ‡Boris Shekhter and Sarah Shekhter • Jay and Devorah Shore ‡Joyce Tash Susan Chortek and Eric Weisman • Jackie Woolf • Futures Unbound FoundationAllan and Helene Ziman • INNER CIRCLE ($1,000 - $3,599)Mark Abelkop Edgar and Julie Berner • Michael Cobb Congregation Adat Yeshurun Suzi and Bernie Feldman • John and Pauline Freedman Glenda and Philip Ginsburg Eric Goldschmidt • Mark Greenberg • Joe Gross Peter Jupp ‡David and Susan Kabako • Avra Kassar • Sarah Price Keating and Brian Keating • Beverley and Martin Pamensky Diane Parrotte Mark and Hasty Pidgeon Lowell and Julie Potiker • Je Sacks Helene and Craig Saer Hannah Sapir Schulman Endowment Fund • Charlene SeidleDenise Selati • Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek Mitchell and Tina Shack Amy and Chuck Spielman • Deena and Michael Swidler • Ellie and Brooke Yakatan ‡SUPPORTERS’ CIRCLE ($500 - $999)Michelle and Basil Abramowitz •Larry and Janet Acheatel •Harvey Amster •Jill Beck Neil and Ruth Berkowitz Karen and Jaime Breziner ‡ Liz Coden Paul and Joyce Dostart Richard Durra Eve and Gary Fybel Barry Galgut Benson and Denny Jaryzyna-Witkin Mark Kobernick Michael Kurlansky Derek and Robyn Lichter Shari and Fred Schenk Je Schindler Nate and Ayesha Schuster Julie Shapiro Estelle Silverstein Marcia Solomon Eva Trieger •AMBASSADORS• Develop Resources• Facilitate Access to service providersASSIGNMENT• Projects to Fill Service Voids• Pro-Bono service providersADMINISTRATIVE• Administrative, Marketing, Technology & Data management supportANGELS• Member support• Navigation, advocacy and personal attention51%22%21%57%12%18%Protecting Dignity, Providing Hope.Thank You8811 Production Ave, San Diego, CA 92121OPEN Monday & Thursday 10a.m. - 2p.m.kindnessG'MACHTHE JEWISH GIFT CLOSET

9404 Genesee Ave #200 La Jolla, CA 92037Ph: 858-216-1666 kindnessSD.org@kindnesssandiego @kindnessinitiativesd@kindness-initiative2023 IMPACT REPORT2023 COMMUNITY COLLABORATION: • Mishloach Manot gifted by Congregation Adat Yeshurun• Pickleball mixer for young professionals • Community fooddrive and disbursement of Passover holiday baskets gifted by Choose Kindness Foundation. • Participation in Friendship Circle Walk in May•Rosh Hashanah gift bags in collaboration with San Diego Jewish Academy• Games for Good fundraiser co-sponsored and hosted by the Lawrence Family JCC • Alice and Olivia “Shop for a Cause” Event• Children’s Hanukkah gift initiative at kindnessG'MACH in collaboration with Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care. • Adopt-A-Kindness Family sponsorship by Beth El CongregationBen BarthBrad SlavinKim ChesbroughSharon DavidsonSelwyn IsakowSuzanne MarcusSarah ShekhterJack ShevelAlex StolarskiTO OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS:FinancialsThank YouBOARD OF DIRECTORSWe are extremely grateful to our 2023 supporters. Thank you for your commitment to our mission. • : Denotes a Jewish Community Foundation fund ‡ : Adopt-a-Kindness Family sponsorLIQUID ASSETSat December 31, 2023: $762,899$703,950 $561,985Administrative ExpensesMember Support ExpendituresDirect Stipendsto MembersEXPENDITURES"I have the ability to help those in need in a meaningful, impactful way. With the support of the incredible KI team, I know that I am not only helping people during a crisis, I am giving them tools and resources that will benet them longterm." — KI Volunteer“... for me it’s more impactful to see the results on my giving to an individual. My heart opens wider; I not only know where my contribution is going; I actually see it and follow it; and the gratitude I have to Hashem for giving me the resources is greater than it might otherwise be.” — KI Donor"We never know the journey another person has walked, so be kind to everyone" — Lynette MatherREVENUESFoundations and Donor Advised FundsOrganizations10% Corporate6% Investment Income3% Tributes ("Honorary" and "In Memory of")Individual ContributionsFOUNDERS SOCIETY(recognizes giving of over $100,000 in 2020/2021)Aaron Feldman - Sunroad Automotive •Joseph and Beverley Glickman Fund – Elaine Galinson and Herb Solomon • Selwyn and Hilary IsakowGary and Jean ShekhterPLATINUM SPONSOR($50,000 – $99,999) Aaron Feldman - Sunroad Automotive •Joseph and Beverley Glickman Fund – Elaine Galinson and Herb Solomon • Hope Village San Diego Chesed HomeJack and Monique ShevelGOLD SPONSOR ($25,000 – $49,999) Selwyn and Hilary IsakowDoctor Bob Shillman •United Jewish Federation •SILVER SPONSOR ($10,000 - $24,999)Allison and Robert Price Family Foundation • CalPrivate Bank Cushman Foundation Tanya and Ian Freedman • Mark & Hanna Gleiberman Lee Goldberg • Lou Dunst Foundation Fund of the Jewish Community Foundation • Selwyn and Barbara Klein ‡Louis Navias San Diego Jewish Community COVID-19 Emergency Fund Gary and Jean Shekhter • PATRON ($3,600 - $9,999)Karen and Michael Aron • Ben and Shlomit Barth Brad and Lisa Slavin • Epstein Family Foundation Dori Brown Kim and Rick Chesbrough Congregation Beth El ‡Sharon Davidson David and Claire Ellman Harold Frysh and Wendy Burk ‡Hersch Kla Julian and Tina Krinsky ‡Steve and Patty Mizel • ‡Miriam Norten and Alex Stolarski • Nicole and Brett Saloner ‡Boris Shekhter and Sarah Shekhter • Jay and Devorah Shore ‡Joyce Tash Susan Chortek and Eric Weisman • Jackie Woolf • Futures Unbound FoundationAllan and Helene Ziman • INNER CIRCLE ($1,000 - $3,599)Mark Abelkop Edgar and Julie Berner • Michael Cobb Congregation Adat Yeshurun Suzi and Bernie Feldman • John and Pauline Freedman Glenda and Philip Ginsburg Eric Goldschmidt • Mark Greenberg • Joe Gross Peter Jupp ‡David and Susan Kabako • Avra Kassar • Sarah Price Keating and Brian Keating • Beverley and Martin Pamensky Diane Parrotte Mark and Hasty Pidgeon Lowell and Julie Potiker • Je Sacks Helene and Craig Saer Hannah Sapir Schulman Endowment Fund • Charlene SeidleDenise Selati • Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek Mitchell and Tina Shack Amy and Chuck Spielman • Deena and Michael Swidler • Ellie and Brooke Yakatan ‡SUPPORTERS’ CIRCLE ($500 - $999)Michelle and Basil Abramowitz •Larry and Janet Acheatel •Harvey Amster •Jill Beck Neil and Ruth Berkowitz Karen and Jaime Breziner ‡ Liz Coden Paul and Joyce Dostart Richard Durra Eve and Gary Fybel Barry Galgut Benson and Denny Jaryzyna-Witkin Mark Kobernick Michael Kurlansky Derek and Robyn Lichter Shari and Fred Schenk Je Schindler Nate and Ayesha Schuster Julie Shapiro Estelle Silverstein Marcia Solomon Eva Trieger •AMBASSADORS• Develop Resources• Facilitate Access to service providersASSIGNMENT• Projects to Fill Service Voids• Pro-Bono service providersADMINISTRATIVE• Administrative, Marketing, Technology & Data management supportANGELS• Member support• Navigation, advocacy and personal attention51%22%21%57%12%18%Protecting Dignity, Providing Hope.Thank You8811 Production Ave, San Diego, CA 92121OPEN Monday & Thursday 10a.m. - 2p.m.kindnessG'MACHTHE JEWISH GIFT CLOSET