Outreach

• Host monthly social events that allow Alliance members to meet each other and welcome newcomers to our community in a fun and relaxed environment
• Establish a Jewish presence at various area LGBT events, such as the annual International LGBT Film Festival, as well as present an LGBT presence at Jewish community events such as Israel in the Gardens

Programming

• Host monthly social events for LGBT Jews and their friends; everyone is welcome
• Present LGBT and Jewish speakers, artists and performers
• Arrange special tours of the Contemporary Jewish Museum, Judah L. Magnes Museum and traveling exhibits from the US Holocaust Museum
• Organize gatherings for Jewish holidays like Chanukah and Purim
• Present different cultural, educational or entertainment events each year
• Host screenings and receptions at both the Frameline International LGBT Film Festival and the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival annually
• Organize annual canoe trip on the Russian River for singles, couples and families

Volunteer opportunities

• The Alliance and JCF connect volunteers with local Jewish agencies like the Bay Area Jewish Healing Center, Jewish Vocational Services, the Jewish Home, Jewish Coalition for Literacy and many more, where tikkun olam is alive and well.

Leadership training

• We provide targeted training for both volunteers and board members that enables them to assume satisfying and important roles in the community.
• JCF offers many opportunities to volunteer on committees within the JCF that will enable individuals to offer an LGBT perspective on the work that we do.