Mission Statement

Lappin Foundation’s mission is enhancing Jewish identity across generations.

We accomplish our mission by:

• Funding dynamic programs for children, teens and adults that spark an interest in Jewish living and learning
• Building Jewish pride
• Developing a connection to and love for Israel
• Serving as an educational resource center to the community for programs about Judaism, the Holocaust and antisemitism
• Fostering positive relationships through education with individuals of all faiths
• Imbuing young Jewish people with the desire to stay Jewish and raise their own children Jewish

Lappin Foundation removes cost as a barrier to participation whenever possible, making our programs free and accessible to all who want to participate. Our areas of programming include:

• Youth to Israel (Y2I)
• Teens & Tweens
• Interfaith Outreach
• Families with Young Children
• Judaism, Holocaust & Antisemitism Education
• Professional Development
• Adults
• Resource Center for the Community
• Honoring Jewish Veterans
• Commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day