The annual S.F.-based Jewish Community Federation’s Day of Philanthropy is once again upon us. Nationally known speakers, donors and thought leaders will gather Nov. 19 at San Francisco’s Hyatt Regency Hotel to discuss the state of Jewish community charitable giving in the Bay Area and beyond. It’s always an impressive event, but we must add…
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