18 for 18

Support the Sephardic community’s future in San Francisco and the Bay Area.

$18 monthly for 18 months

Support the Sephardic community’s future in San Francisco and the Bay Area.

Contribute $18 monthly for 18 months.

Support the Sephardic community’s future.

Donate $18 monthly for 18 months.

Why should I give to the 18 for 18 Initiative?

  • Heritage

    Preserve and celebrate Sephardic traditions through cultural events that strengthen Jewish identity.

  • Flavors

    Support cooking workshops to pass down authentic Sephardic recipes from grandmothers to the next generation.

  • Connections

    Create high-quality events where people can bond, share experiences, and feel a sense of community.

  • Matchmaking

    Help organize programs that foster meaningful relationships, leading to strong Jewish families.

  • Leadership

    Support initiatives that inspire and equip young adults to lead and carry forward Sephardic traditions with pride.

  • Continuity

    $18 symbolizes “chai” (alive). Your monthly support helps sustain and grow the Sephardic community, ensuring its traditions thrive for future generations.

Support the Sephardic community’s future.

Donate $18 monthly for 18 months.

“As a Mashadi Persian Jew, I grew up in LA surrounded by a strong Sephardic presence. When I moved to San Francisco for my dental studies, I was searching for a vibrant Sephardic synagogue with the right vibe. From the moment I stepped in, it just clicked. The services, the food, the energy, the atmosphere—everything felt authentically Sephardic. It was amazing to find such a place in San Francisco.”

Isaac Dayan (Es-haugh), UCLA Alum

“My father is an Iraqi Jew, and the Sephardic traditions—the service tunes, the food, the culture—mean a lot to me. Growing up in the UK, I longed for that connection. Finding a traditional Sephardic synagogue in San Francisco, with a modern touch, gave me the warmth and community I was looking for.”

Tovael Hagai, Marketing Strategist

“As a half-Tunisian, half-Algerian who grew up in France, I was surrounded by a strong Sephardic community. When I came to Anshey Sfard, I found a community that felt like home. Many Moroccans who had come straight from Morocco to San Francisco, speaking French, sharing the same food, services, and familiar tunes—it all brought back a sense of belonging. Anshey Sfard is such a unique traditional Sephardic synagogue, and having it here in San Francisco means a lot to me.”

Fred Serfati, Data Scientist @ Microsoft | MS Data Science @ USF


Support the Sephardic community’s future.

Donate $18 monthly for 18 months.

 FAQs

  • Our “18 for 18” initiative invites you to contribute $18 each month for 18 months.

    The number 18 holds a special place in Jewish tradition and culture due to its numerical value corresponding to the Hebrew word chai (חַי), which means “alive.” In Hebrew, each letter has a numerical value, and the letters chet (ח) and yud (י) add up to 18, symbolizing vitality, well-being, and the essence of life. This connection makes 18 a meaningful number often associated with blessings, good fortune, and acts of giving.

    By joining this initiative, you’re helping breathe life into our community initiatives.

  • Le’Dor Va’Dor Project: Covers one-time expenses for foundational needs, like launching new programs, and is focused on preserving Sephardic heritage.

    18 for 18 Initiative: Supports ongoing expenses and focuses on rebuilding the community, fostering daily engagement with the synagogue and its comers.