Jewish California advocacy starts in the Bay Area
The Bay Area is a vital hub of Jewish California life. Learn how you can support the California Jewish community, fight antisemitism, and connect with advocacy and education resources.
Jewish California is one of the largest, most diverse, and most influential Jewish communities in the United States. From Los Angeles to the Bay Area, Sacramento to San Diego, Jewish organizations, institutions, and individuals contribute to every part of civic, cultural, and political life.
The Bay Area plays a particularly important role. With major centers in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and Palo Alto, the region is a gateway for innovation, education, and progressive Jewish advocacy. Bay Area Antisemitism works at the heart of this community to respond to incidents, educate the public, and mobilize support.
Focus areas for Jewish California advocacy
Bay Area Jewish community
From San Francisco to Oakland, San Jose, and Palo Alto, the Bay Area Jewish community is one of the most dynamic in California. We help connect individuals and institutions to safety, education, and advocacy.
California Jewish advocacy
Jewish advocacy in California means standing up for inclusive policies, supporting affected communities, and ensuring Jewish voices are heard in schools, workplaces, and public life.
Antisemitism education
Education is the foundation of change. We offer workshops, guides, and training for schools, organizations, and families across California.
Incident reporting
Reporting antisemitism across California helps identify patterns, secure support for those affected, and inform better policy responses.
California Jewish community by the numbers
Jewish residents in California
Largest U.S. Jewish population
A leading hub for Jewish advocacy and innovation
Figures are approximate and based on commonly cited estimates of the California Jewish population. The Bay Area is one of the state’s most active regions for Jewish civic life, education, and philanthropy.
Take action for Jewish California
Whether you live in the Bay Area or elsewhere in California, there are meaningful ways to get involved.
Volunteer
Join local efforts to support Jewish communities and fight antisemitism in the Bay Area.
Learn moreReport an incident
Report antisemitism confidentially and help us respond across California.
Learn moreRequest education
Bring antisemitism education to your school, workplace, or community group.
Learn moreLearn how to fight antisemitism
A practical guide for recognizing, responding to, and preventing antisemitism.
Learn moreFrequently asked questions
What is Jewish California advocacy?
Jewish California advocacy refers to organized efforts across the state to support Jewish communities, combat antisemitism, promote education, and ensure Jewish voices are included in civic life. The Bay Area is a major center for this work.
How big is the Jewish population in California?
California is home to one of the largest Jewish populations in the United States, with more than one million Jewish residents. The Bay Area includes large and vibrant communities in San Francisco, the East Bay, the Peninsula, and the South Bay.
What are the main challenges facing Jewish Californians?
Antisemitism today appears in many forms: online harassment, conspiracy theories, vandalism, threats against Jewish institutions, and bias in schools and workplaces. Addressing these issues requires education, reporting, and community solidarity.
Can I get involved if I am not Jewish?
Yes. Fighting antisemitism is a shared responsibility. Allies are essential to building safer, more inclusive communities across California.
Stand with Jewish California
Join Bay Area Antisemitism in building a safer, more inclusive California for Jewish communities and everyone who calls this state home.