Our Impact

Nearly 90% of all American Jews go to college – at a time in their lives when they are setting the patterns for their adult lives. Hillel of San Diego is the only Jewish college organization poised to engage the majority of the approximately 3,500 university-age Jews in San Diego.

A student’s involvement with Hillel is one of the strongest predictors of future Jewish leadership. As the leading authority on Jewish campus life, Hillel reaches, engages and equips tomorrow’s leaders today.

More than 1,000 individuals invest annually in Hillel of San Diego to provide hundreds of activities that meaningfully engage Jewish college students at UCSD, SDSU, USD and CSUSM. Hillel encourages students of all backgrounds to form deep, personal connections to Jewish life, learning and Israel, through Jewish exploration, leadership and a sense of belonging. Hillel provides critical opportunities for students to build lifelong connections — to Jewish life, to each other and the broader Jewish community.

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Because of Hillel I feel validated for my purpose on this earth. I am genuinely so grateful for Hillel because they gave me room to grow, saw me for who I am and helped me flourish.

Eliana

CSUSM ‘26
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Having this Shabbat was so nice, all I’ve wanted is Jewish friends.

Adam

UCSD Transfer ‘27
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From the first time I met Danielle, I knew that Hillel at CSUSM was about to be one of the most important parts of my last 2 years of college! I made so many friends, had amazing leadership opportunities and was constantly supported during some of my toughest times!

Emma

CSUSM ‘25

Life-Changing Impact

  • Students we are in contact with
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  • Students engaged last year at least once
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(Hillel International's aspirational goal is 70%)

  • Students engaged last year in 6+ or high-impact experiences
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Undergraduate and Graduate Jewish College Students in San Diego

Our Year at a Glance

2024-2025 was an amazing year at Hillel of San Diego.

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“I love Hillel because my first event at state was a Hillel shabbat and now I come here at least four times a week.

Elijah

SDSU ‘26
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I found a family at Hillel. It’s where I met my best friends who are now my roommates, and where opportunities opened up that shaped my college experience. With the support from the staff, Hillel has truly become my home away from home.

Samantha

SDSU ‘26
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Hillel is the place where I met my best friends and built a network that has shaped my college experience. It is my second home, a place where I can find constant unwavering support, genuine community, and opportunities to thrive. I am constantly inspired by the staff and the students here, and I truly feel a sense of belonging every time I walk through the doors.

Roni

SDSU ‘26
Miraiy-SDSU-_27


Walking into Hillel for the first time as a non-Jew, I was met with incredible kindness. Everyone was so welcoming, showing me around the building and inviting me to upcoming events. It's become a true safe space for me and somewhere I can study and grab a snack before class. Even though I'm not Jewish, it genuinely feels like a home away to me.

Miraiy

SDSU ‘27
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