The mission of the Robison Foundation for Jewish Elders is to enhance the lives of elders in the Jewish community of greater Portland by supporting their social, spiritual, and physical well-being.

Past Grantees

For our inaugural grant cycle, we were pleased to support the following projects:

Jewish Family and Child Service ($3,000) – Provide group-based counseling, socialization, and support services for CSP residents.

Dignity Grows Chapter of the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland ($1,000) – Host a packing event for hygiene totes in December 2025 that will bring together CSP residents and other community volunteers.

Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education ($1,870) – Develop and install thematic displays of materials from the Museum’s collection for the Goodman Living Room of the Harold Schnitzer Center for Living and create a catalog for each display.

ORA Northwest Jewish Artists ($2,654) – Design and print new prayer books for CSP residents’ use. ORA artists will hold art workshops with CSP residents, and the residents’ work will be featured in the prayer books.

Portland Jewish Academy ($3,000) – B’Yachad (“Together”) program pairing PJA middle school students and CSP residents, who meet monthly for discussions, meals, holiday celebrations, and other activities.
BB360 ($3,000) – A monthly Shabbat service on the CSP campus, followed by an interactive, intergenerational Torah study.

Jewish National Fund ($3,000) – A four-part “Taste of Israel” series for CSP residents offering an engaging and accessible journey through modern Israel—its society, history, politics, and diverse populations.