Hebrew Free Loan

05/08/2026

We hope you'll join us on Sunday, May 17 for Shimmer & Shine, Hebrew Free Loan's celebration at Bimbo's 365 Club in San Francisco. It promises to be a truly special night, with entertainment by the amazing mentalist Lou Serrano, live music from the Martini Kings, a delicious dinner, and an indulgent dessert bar. Along with enjoying a great party, we'll be honoring Sabina Lipkovich Polnar and Roman Polnar for their long-time community leadership: hflasf.org/shimmer

The evening is a benefit for Hebrew Free Loan's work to help people throughout our community overcome challenges and pursue their life dreams. Click on the video below to see firsthand how our interest-free fertility loan helped Jonathan and Mawuli build the family they always wanted. They're among thousands of grateful loan recipients who have received assistance from Hebrew Free Loan over the years.

It's you — our donors, our community — who make this happen every day for families like Jonathan and Mawuli and so many others. Together, we can keep improving lives, now and for years to come.

Come celebrate with us on May 17: hflasf.org/shimmer

Stephen Dobrow, Steve Grau, Aaron Bellings, Michael Bellings, Garrett Candau, Steffie Finkelstein - Marin County, Michael Karsh, Nikita Kazak, Milla Lvovich, Leandro Margulis, Margot Nijsure, Jessica Taran, Cindy Rogoway, Jamie Hyams

We hope you'll join us on Sunday, May 17 for Shimmer & Shine, Hebrew Free Loan's celebration at Bimbo’s 365 Club in San Francisco. It promises to be a truly ...

05/01/2026

Thanks to our incredible donors, borrowers and guarantors, we're one of the first winners of the 2026 Top-Rated Award from GreatNonprofits!

CLICK HERE to read inspiring stories about us and add your own: greatnonprofits.org/org/hebrew-free-loan

04/29/2026

We hope you'll be with us for Shimmer & Shine, an evening of fun and entertainment to celebrate our and support Hebrew Free Loan's work to help people throughout Northern California manage financial hardships and pursue their life dreams.

The Martini Kings will get things hopping with live music by a talented trio. Check out their video below!

World-class Lou Serrano will keep you laughing and astonished as you try to puzzle out how he accomplishes his incredible feats.

All of this will take place at 6pm on May 17 at Bimbo's 365 Club, an iconic nightclub in San Francisco's North Beach.

Click here to get your tickets now: give.hflasf.org/shimmer

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04/28/2026

Join us and our friends for A Taste of Jewish SF at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco at 6:30 PM on Saturday, May 9.

We're helping Value Culture are kick off SF Jewish Week (right in the heart of ) the best way we know how: with incredible food, great people, and a little Havdalah magic.

A standout lineup of chefs brings their own take on – drawing from traditions across the globe and reimagining them for today. The result? A roaming feast of bold flavors, personal stories, and dishes you’ll be thinking about long after the last bite.

Move through the room, meet the , sip something delicious, and be swept up by the vibrant sounds of Asaf Ophir & Friends, plus DJ Poppi keeping the energy high all night. It’s equal parts tasting event, cultural moment, and community celebration.

Move through the room, meet the chefs, sip something delicious, and be swept up by the vibrant sounds of a lively band. It’s equal parts tasting event, cultural moment, and community celebration.

Then, as the evening settles in, we’ll gather for a brief Havdalah moment – marking the transition out of and into the week ahead, and grounding the energy in something warm, meaningful, and shared.

Come hungry. Leave inspired. Possibly texting friends about your favorite bite before you even get home.

Experience includes small bites from participating chefs, wine, live music, and rituals. All are welcome. Ages 21+.

Chefs are designing creative bites, including vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free options. While we are not able to accommodate all dietary needs, all items will be clearly labeled. The menu is free of pork and shellfish, and dairy and meat are served in separate dishes.

Click below to get your tickets now!

Kick off SF Jewish Week with the JCCSF and Value Culture. Experience SF’s Jewish food scene in one unforgettable night. Taste small bites from participating chefs, sip wine, listen to live music and connect over bold flavors.

04/27/2026

We hope you'll be with us for Shimmer & Shine, an evening of fun and entertainment to celebrate our and support Hebrew Free Loan's work to help people throughout Northern California manage financial hardships and pursue their life dreams.

World-class Lou Serrano will keep you laughing and astonished as you try to puzzle out how he accomplishes his incredible feats. Check out his video below!

The Martini Kings will get things hopping with live music by a talented trio.

All of this will take place at 6pm on May 17 at Bimbo's 365 Club, an iconic nightclub in San Francisco's North Beach.

Click here to get your tickets now: give.hflasf.org/shimmer

Mentalism at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, CA.

04/21/2026

Our fearless leader, Cindy Rogoway, recently joined Rabbi Cantor Dr. Linda Bernstein on Mitzvah Expo, a new podcast highlighting Jewish community organizations across the country. Click below to check it out 👇

04/17/2026

We’re planning a spectacular evening of celebration at Bimbo's 365 Club in San Francisco on May 17. We hope you'll be part of the festive crowd enjoying a mentalist, music with the Martini Kings, dinner and dessert bar ... and honoring Sabina Lipkovich Polnar and Roman Polnar for their long-time community leadership: hflasf.org/shimmer

But the stories of loan recipients reflect the true heart and soul of what we do at Hebrew Free Loan. Watch this short video to hear from Shannon and Jungtae about how our interest-free loan helped their family's dreams come true: youtu.be/1jCScUwumxI

It's you — our donors, our community — who make this happen every day for families like Shannon and Jungtae and so many others. Together, we can keep changing lives, now and for years to come!

Come celebrate with us on May 17: hflasf.org/shimmer

Stephen Dobrow, Steve Grau, Aaron Bellings, Michael Bellings, Garrett Candau, Steffie Finkelstein - Marin County, Michael Karsh, Nikita Kazak, Milla Lvovich, Leandro Margulis, Margot Nijsure, Jessica Taran, Cindy Rogoway, Jamie Hyams

We’re planning a spectacular evening of celebration at Bimbo's 365 Club in San Francisco on May 17. We hope you'll be part of the festive crowd enjoying a me...

04/15/2026

🎓 School is expensive. Your loan doesn’t have to be.

We offer interest-free student loans (yes, really!) up to $10,000/year to help cover , fees, books, or living expenses.

💡 For undergraduate, graduate, and vocational
🔁 New and returning applicants welcome
0️⃣ Zero interest. Zero fees. Zero stress.

Click here to learn more: hflasf.org/student

04/14/2026

🏠 Networking that feels like family.

In our Business Circle, professional success and collective strength go hand-in-hand. Helping small business owners grow and thrive is how we build a stronger, more resilient together.

As Paul shares in this clip, our Business Circle isn't just a list of professional contacts; it feels like a family. Ready to grow your business while giving back? Join a group of professionals dedicated to mutual success and local impact.
🔗 Learn more: hflasf.org/business-circle

P.S. Want to meet our family in person? Join us at 6 PM on May 17 at Bimbo's 365 Club for Shimmer & Shine, our festive gathering to celebrate the Hebrew Free Loan community!
🎟️Get tickets: hflasf.org/shimmer

04/10/2026

Thrilled to partner again this year with our friends at the Jewish Film Institute on the 46th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival. Check out their post below to learn more!