Impact
This new property, at 28041 Hawthorne Blvd in Rancho Palos Verdes, brings with it an exciting array of potential and possibility. It’s a space that will enhance and launch growth in all of our programs while inspiring the local community to get more involved. Beyond adding in quality, it will add in quantity as we’re able to appeal to and accommodate so many more members of our local community.
A Hub
Programs that are currently pressed into inadequate rented facilities will be housed in one, central location.
Space
The issue of overcrowding, which creates discomfort and limitation, will be resolved. Diversity. Programs and services that could not be offered due to lack of facilities and other resources will now be made available.
Quantity + Quality
With more space and a usage plan that maximizes flexibility, the new center will accommodate multiple simultaneous programs and events without compromising.
Home
People in our community, especially youth and young families, will have a place they can go anytime – not only to participate in programs but also just to drop in, see friends, play, relax, have a coffee, exercise read, do work/homework, and simply be.
Security
Now that we will be the owners of this property, we can implement numerous security enhancements made possible through Homeland Security grants. Our goal is to enhance the safety of our community, utilizing these resources to their fullest potential.
Project Plan
Project Budget
PURCHASE $4,100,000
LEGAL $35,000
RENOVATIONS $700,000
TOTAL $4,835,000
Project Schedule
Phase 1: Purchase and Closing - December 29, 2023
The Jewish Community Center of Palos Verdes is under contract to purchase a 14,284 SF two story building on a 1 acre property with 41 parking spaces, to renovate and serve as a new Center for Jewish Life for our community.
Goal: $4,100,000
Phase 2: Renovations and Occupancy - Winter 2024
Make changes and improvements to the space to make it suitable for our program needs. The renovations will allow for a synagogue, Hebrew School, Youth Camp, Children's room, Teen Lounge, Classrooms, library, and Kitchen.
Goal: $700,000
Phase 3: Endless Possibilities - 2025
Once we’re settled in, we can decide together as a community how to best utilize the entire space and the property. A Community Mikvah, Banquet Hall, and much more.
Goal: TBD
