About
Northern California: Standing for Israel in a Hub of Innovation and Advocacy
From the tech hubs of Silicon Valley to the academic centers of Berkeley and Stanford, Northern California is a powerhouse of innovation and leadership. Covering the Bay Area, Sacramento, and beyond, StandWithUs Northern California equips students, professionals, and community members with the tools to educate, advocate, and stand up for Israel. Whether you’re engaging on campus, in your community, or online, we’re here to support and empower you in one of the most dynamic regions in the country.
SUPPORTING ISRAEL AND FIGHTING ANTISEMITISM IN SAN FRANCISCO NAPA VALLEY OAKLAND SACRAMENTO
what we do
- Education about Israel
- Support and Tools to effectively combat antisemitism
- Leadership training and professional development
- Educational speakers
- Funding for approved school and community programs
- An international network and support system
- Programming for parents and community members
Upcoming Events
Jewish & Israeli Connections in the Northern California:
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San Francisco: One of the Oldest Jewish Communities in the U.S. – Jews arrived during the Gold Rush of the 1850s, and San Francisco quickly became a hub of Jewish life in the American West, with synagogues like Congregation Emanu-El, founded in 1850.
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Silicon Valley–Israel Connection – Northern California’s tech industry is deeply connected to Israel, with companies like Google, Intel, Apple, and Meta investing in or acquiring hundreds of Israeli startups, particularly in AI, cybersecurity, and biotech.
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Jewish Life in Wine Country – Northern California’s Sonoma and Napa Valleys host small but active Jewish communities, with kosher wine production, Jewish retreats, and Jewish environmental initiatives focused on sustainability in agriculture.
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Jewish Environmental and Social Justice Movements – Northern California has been central to Jewish-led progressive activism, including movements for climate action, food justice, and interfaith dialogue, rooted in Jewish values like tikkun olam (repairing the world).
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Home to the Israeli Consulate to the Pacific Northwest – The Israeli Consulate in San Francisco covers several western U.S. states and plays a major role in promoting economic, cultural, and academic collaboration between Israel and the region.
Meet The Team
Connect With Us
- (415) 406-2698
- olegi@standwithus.com
