Philanthropy
The Saywitz Company is proud to have supported the following charities and community organizations:
11-99 Foundation - Los Angeles, CA
Provides emergency benefits to California Highway Patrol employees and their families.
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures - Los Angeles, CA
Devoted to the history, science, and cultural impact of the film industry.
Alzheimer's Association of Orange County - Irvine, CA
The leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
American Cancer Society - Atlanta, GA
Funding and conducting research, sharing expert information, supporting patients, and spreading the word about prevention.
ACT for Multiple Sclerosis - Palm Desert, CA
Providing assistance for Coachella Valley Residents living with Multiple Sclerosis, Helping Clients Live Stronger Longer.
American Diabetes Association - Arlington, VA
To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
American Film Institute - Los Angeles, CA
The American Film Institute is dedicated to celebrating excellence in the art form and to creating national education initiatives that inspire artists and audiences alike.
American Heart Association - Dallas, TX
The nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke.
Apartment Owners Association of California - Garden Grove, CA
(AOA) has provided California apartment owners with low cost, full service landlording resources.
American Parkinsons Disease Association - Staten Island, NY
The largest grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinson’s disease (PD).
American Red Cross - Washington, DC
Delivers vital services from providing relief and support to those in crisis, to helping you be prepared to respond in emergencies.
Anti-Defamation League - New York, NY
To stop the defamation of the Jewish people, and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.
Apartment Owners Association of Orange County - Santa Ana, CA
Offers numerous services to benefit the multi-family industry.
Aquarium of the Pacific - Long Beach, CA
The fourth most-attended aquarium in the nation. It displays about 12,000 animals in more than 100 exhibits.
Autism Care Today - Woodland Hills, CA
Raising awareness and providing treatment services and support to families to help their children with autism be able to achieve their full potential.
Autism Research Institute of San Diego - San Diego, CA
Supports the health and well-being of people affected by autism through innovative, impactful research and education.
Autism Society of America - Carlsbad, CA
Improving the lives of all affected by autism for over 50 years.
Autism Speaks - New York, NY
Advocacy and support, increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder and advancing research into causes.
Better Business Bureau - Arlington County, VA
Private, nonprofit organization whose self-described mission is to focus on advancing marketplace trust.
Beyond Blindness - Santa Ana, CA
Empowering Children with Visual Impairments and Other Disabilities to Achieve Their Fullest Potential.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County - Santa Ana, CA
Provides strong and enduring, one-to-one, professionally supported mentoring relationships for youth facing adversity.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego - San Diego, CA
Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
Bob Hope USO - Long Beach, CA
Strengthens America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home, and country throughout their service to the nation.
Boy Scouts of America - Irving, TX
Fun, hands-on learning and achievement that puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life.
Boys and Girls Club of San Diego - San Diego, CA
Changes lives through quality programs and guidance in a safe, affordable and fun environment.
Braille Institute - Rancho Mirage, CA
Free programs, classes, and services serving thousands of students of all ages to empower themselves to live more enriching lives with blindness and vision loss.
California African American Museum - Los Angeles, CA
To research, collect, preserve, and interpret for public enrichment the history, art, and culture of African Americans with an emphasis on California and the western United States.
California State Parks Foundation - San Francisco, CA
Independent, member-supported nonprofit dedicated to protecting and preserving the California state park system.
Catholic Charities of Orange County - Santa Ana, CA
Serves people in need, strengthen family and community, support parish ministries, and to extend God’s love to all.
Catholic Charities of San Diego - San Diego, CA
Dedicated to caring for the poor, the vulnerable and the marginalized.
Chabad of Newport Beach - Newport Beach, CA
Providing every Jew regardless of background, philosophy or level of commitment, an open door environment for strengthening and enhancing Jewish family life.
Child Guidance Center - Santa Ana, CA
Providing excellent behavioral and mental health services for the youth of Orange County.
CHOC Hospital Foundation - Orange, CA
Steadfastly committed to providing the highest quality medical care to children.
City of Hope - Duarte, CA
Research and treatment of cancer, diabetes, and other serious diseases.
Corona Del Mar High School - Newport Beach, CA
Public High School located in the Eastbluff neighborhood of Newport Beach, California.
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Bethesda, MD
To cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives.
Democratic National Committee - Washington, DC
Since 1848, the Democratic National Committee has been the home of the Democratic Party, the oldest continuing party in the United States.
Desert Aids Project - Palm Springs, CA
Enhance and promote the health and well-being of our community.
Desert ARC - Palm Desert, CA
Serving people with developmental and intellectual disabilities including conditions such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy and many others.
Desert Autism Foundation - Palm Desert, CA
Helps local families dealing with the challenges of raising a child with Autism by making therapies more affordable.
Desert Cancer Foundation - Palm Desert, CA
Assisting residents in the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities who need financial assistance in obtaining screening, diagnosis, and treatment for cancer and allied diseases.
Discovery Cube - Santa Ana, CA
Inspire, educate, and impact is brought to life through the cornerstones of our core initiatives.
Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County - Newport Beach, CA
Create a place for connection, information and hope for people with Down syndrome and their families throughout greater Orange County.
Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) - Los Angeles, CA
Gives kids the skills they need to avoid involvement in drugs, gangs, and violence.
Easter Seals of Southern California - Irvine, CA
Serves 1.4 million children and adults with disabilities and their families, offering a wide range of services at 74 affiliates nationwide.
ElderHelp of San Diego - San Diego, CA
Provides personalized services and information that help seniors remain independent and live with dignity in their own homes.
Families Forward - Irvine, CA
Helps families in need achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through housing, food, counseling, education, and other support services.
Feeding America - Riverside, CA
Our mission is to alleviate hunger in the Inland Empire. We envision a community where everyone has access to an adequate and nutritious food supply.
Feeding San Diego - San Diego, CA
Provides more than 26 million meals every year to children, families, seniors, college students, military families, veterans, people facing homelessness, and other underserved populations.
Festival of the Arts & Pageant of the Masters - Laguna Beach, CA
Promote, produce, and sponsor events and activities that encourage the appreciation, study, and performance of the arts.
Foodbank of Southern California - Long Beach, CA
To provide basic sustenance and proper nutrition to the community’s hungry citizens and to ensure that no individual go hungry, not even for a single day.
Friendship Circle - Newport Beach, CA
Provides every individual with special needs the support, friendship, and inclusion that they deserve.
Girl Scouts of Orange County - Irvine, CA
Offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.
Girl Scouts of San Diego - San Diego, CA
Offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.
Global Center for Women and Justice - Costa Mesa, CA
A bridge between local and global communities and our students and the university.
Goodwill - Rockville, MD
Works to enhance people’s dignity and quality of life by strengthening their communities, eliminating their barriers to opportunity, and helping them reach their full potential through learning and the power of work.
Heart of Los Angeles - Los Angeles, CA
HOLA provides underserved youth with free, exceptional programs in academics, arts and athletics within a nurturing environment, empowering them to develop their potential.
Help the Children - Santa Clarita, CA
Increase self sufficiency by providing food, clothing, personal care items and medical supplies without regard to political affiliation, religious belief, or ethnic identity.
Hispanic Association of Small Businesses - Perris, CA
The mission to help minority owned businesses and/or individuals aspiring to be small business owners, or entrepreneurs, in socioeconomically disadvantaged communities.
Hoag Hospital Foundation - Newport Beach, CA
Advancing the mission of Hoag through meaningful and inspirational philanthropic partnerships.
Home Aid - Newport Beach, CA
Builds and renovates multi-unit shelters for America’s homeless family and individuals.
Humane Society of Orange County - Huntington Beach, CA
Provides protection of abused, unwanted, neglected, and under-appreciated animals.
Humane Society of the Desert - North Palm Springs, CA
Provides protection of abused, unwanted, neglected, and under-appreciated animals.
International Association of Firefighters and Paramedics (IAFF) - Washington, DC
Driving force behind nearly every advance in the fire and emergency services in the 21st century.
Irvine Barclay Theatre - Irvine, CA
Innovative public-private partnership with the vision of creating a unique performing arts venue.
Jewish Defense League - Los Angeles, CA
Stated goal is to protect Jews from antisemitism by whatever means necessary.
Jewish Family Services of the Desert - Palm Springs, CA
Provides over 10,000 face-to-face services a year in mental health, school counseling, emergency assistance, camp scholarships and special programming for the Jewish community.
Jewish Federation - Los Angeles, CA
Convenes and leads the community and leverages its resources to assure the continuity of the Jewish people, support a secure State of Israel, care for Jews in need here and abroad, and mobilize on issues of concern to the local community.
Jewish National Fund - New York, NY
Gives all generations of Jews a unique voice in building a prosperous future for the land of Israel and its people.
Jewish United Fund - Chicago, IL
Helps people connect to Jewish life and values, fueling a dynamic, enduring community that comes together for good.
Laguna Playhouse - Laguna Beach, CA
Enrich lives through the magic of live theatre, to provide educational opportunities for children and adults, and to create experiences that stimulate cultural and social interaction and inspire our community.
La Jolla High School - La Jolla, CA
Supports approximately 1,350 students from diverse backgrounds by offering a rigorous, coherent, and cohesive core curriculum, as well as Advanced Placement courses and dual-enrollment with local colleges.
La Jolla Playhouse - La Jolla, CA
Where artists and audiences come together to create what’s new and next in American Theatre.
Latino Film Institute - Los Angeles, CA
Showcases, strengthens, and celebrates the richness of Latino lives by providing a pipeline, platform, and launching pad from our community into the entertainment industry.
Latino Health Access - Santa Ana, CA
Healthy, equitable, inclusive and prosperous community that is engaged and civically active.
Los Angeles Police Foundation - Los Angeles, CA
Provides critical resources and vital support to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Los Angeles Urban League - Los Angeles, CA
To help African Americans and others in underserved communities achieve their highest true social parity, economic self-reliance, power, and civil rights.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Rye Brook, NY
The largest funder of cutting-edge research to advance cures.
Magic Johnson Foundation - Los Angeles, CA
Develops programs and support community-based organizations that address the educational, health and social needs of ethnically diverse, urban communities.
Make a Wish Foundation - Phoenix, AZ
Grant the wish of every child diagnosed with a critical illness.
March of Dimes - White Plains, NY
Leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies.
McCallum Theatre - Palm Desert, CA
Entertain and educate the public by offering a variety of performing arts experiences.
Mental Health Advocacy Services - Los Angeles, CA
Assists both children and adults, with an emphasis on obtaining government benefits and services, protecting rights, and fighting discrimination.
Mental Health America - Long Beach, CA
Promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness, including prevention services for all.
Merage JCC of Orange County - Irvine, CA
Programs and services that celebrate family, foster heath and well-being, embrace tradition, create friendships, and expand cultural horizons.
Mercy House - Santa Ana, CA
To be a leader in ending homelessness by providing a unique system of dignified housing opportunities, programs, and supportive services.
Mexican American Opportunity Foundation - Montebello, CA
Empowering families from child to senior.
Miracles for Kids - Tustin, CA
Providing assistance to improve the lives of critically-ill children and their families in need.
National Alliance on Mental Illness - Arlington, VA
Educate, support, advocate, listen and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and their loved ones.
National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals - San Diego, CA
Propelled by a passionate combination of entrepreneurial spirit, cultural heritage and the advocacy of its members.
Nation Autism Foundation - Portsmouth, RI
Responds to the most urgent needs of the autism community, providing real help and hope so that all affected can reach their full potential.
National Institute of Mental Health - Rockville, MD
The lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.
National Latino Behavioral Health Association - Cochiti Lake, NM
Fills a need for a unified national voice for Latino populations in the behavioral health arena.
National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial Fund - Washington, DC
Dedicated to telling the story of American Law Enforcement and making it safer for those who serve.
National Museum of African American History & Culture - Washington, DC
A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story.
National Veterans Foundation - Los Angeles, CA
Serves the crisis management, information, and referral needs of all U.S. Veterans and their families.
Newport Beach Police Association - Newport Beach, CA
Conducts contract negotiations, schedules department functions, supports local charities and fundraisers, and works to maintain morale among its members.
North Shore Animal League of America - Port Washington, NY
Committed to saving and rehabilitating the lives of homeless animals and educating the public about the joys and responsibilities of rescue.
Orange County Bar Association - Newport Beach, CA
To enhance the system of justice, to support the lawyers who serve it, and to assist the community served by it.
Orange County Museum of Art - Newport Beach, CA
Enriches the lives of a diverse and changing community through modern and contemporary art.
Orange County Pacific Symphony - Santa Ana, CA
Inspires, engages, and serves Orange County and the region through exceptional music performances, and education and community programming.
Orange County Pride - Santa Ana, CA
Strengthen the Identity of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community within Orange County.
Orange County Rescue Mission - Tustin, CA
Assistance in the areas of guidance, counseling, education, job training, shelter, food, clothing, health care, and independent living communities.
Orange County Support Our Troops - Villa Park, CA
Dedicated to fundraising for the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund.
Orangewood Foundation - Santa Ana, CA
Helps foster youth improve or strengthen their physical, emotional, and relational health.
Palm Springs Film Festival - Palm Springs, CA
Nurturing and encouraging new filmmaking talent, honoring the great masters of world cinema, and expanding audience horizons.
Parkinson's Foundation - Olney, MD
Makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure.
Path of Life Ministries - Riverside, CA
Provides a holistic system of care offered in an integrated, seamless manner to individuals and families, leading them from a place of crisis to a life of stability and self-sufficiency.
PBS Southern California - Costa Mesa, CA
We provide content and experiences that inspire, inform and entertain, over the air, online, in the community.
Project Hope - Costa Mesa, CA
Everyone deserves access to the health care they need to reach their full potential.
Republican National Committee - Washington, DC
Developing and promoting the Republican political platform, as well as coordinating fundraising and election strategy.
Riverside County Sheriff - Riverside, CA
Dedicated to serving the citizens of its communities with integrity, professionalism, leadership and loyalty.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego - San Diego, CA
Provides a “home-away-from-home” for families with children being treated for serious, often life-threatening conditions at local hospitals.
San Diego Children's Discovery Museum - Escondido, CA
Inspiring children to learn about our world through exploration, imagination, and experimentation.
San Diego Humane Society - San Diego, CA
Open-admission shelter creating a more humane world by inspiring compassion and advancing the welfare of animals and people.
San Diego Urban League - San Diego, CA
To assist African Americans and other underserved people in San Diego County
San Diego Zoo - San Diego, CA
Conservation organization committed to saving species around the world.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts - Costa Mesa, CA
Power of performing arts to transform lives and that the shared experience and exploration of the arts will help unite Orange County, creating a more culturally connected and vital community.
Semper Fi Fund - Camp Pendleton, CA
Dedicated to providing immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to combat wounded, critically ill and catastrophically injured members of all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.
Share Ourselves - Costa Mesa, CA
Nationally Recognized health center providing high quality, comprehensive safety net services to the Orange County community.
Sierra Club - Palo Alto, CA
To explore, enjoy and protect the planet. To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out those objectives.
Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity - Indianapolis, IN
Provides scholarships for college students, funding for educational spaces in Sigma Alpha Mu chapter houses, and grants for educational programs.
Simon Wiesenthal Center - Los Angeles, CA
Confronts anti-Semitism, hate and terrorism, promotes human rights and dignity, stands with Israel, defends the safety of Jews worldwide, and teaches the lessons of the Holocaust for future generations.
Someone Cares Soup Kitchen - Costa Mesa, CA
To feed a daily nutritional meal to the homeless, the unemployed, the working poor, the mentally challenged, the physically challenged, the senior citizens, and most important of all – the children.
South Bay Community Services - Chula Vista, CA
Comprehensive range of services for children, youth, and families in San Diego County.
Southern California Golf Association - Studio City, CA
Enhance the enjoyment of the game for those who actively live the golf lifestyle or have just learned to swing a club.
Special Olympics - Washington, D.C.
Special Olympics strives to create a better world by fostering the acceptance and inclusion of all people.
St. Jude - Santa Ana, CA
St. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
Support Our Troops - Washington, DC
Global movement of people creating a new world of inclusion and community, where every single person is accepted and welcomed, regardless of ability or disability.
Surfrider Foundation - San Clemente, CA
Dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's ocean, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network.
Television Academy - North Hollywood, CA
Professional honorary organization that presents the Primetime Emmy Awards.
Temple Shir Ha-Ma’alot - Irvine, CA
Reform Jewish community that provides a spiritual home guided by memory and mitzvah, committed to mentsch making and making meaning.
TACA – The Autism Community In Action - Irvine, CA
Provides education, support, and hope to families living with autism.
The Chamber Newport Beach - Newport Beach, CA
Connection, education, community, advocacy.
TGR Foundation, a Tiger Woods Charity - Irvine, CA
Offers underrepresented students the resources and support needed to thrive in school and beyond.
The Living Desert - Palm Desert, CA
Conservation research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives around the world, as well as in its own community.
The Shikler Foundation - Laguna Beach, CA
Sharing, Advancing And Fostering Jewish Culture Though Music.
Tilly's Life Center - Irvine, CA
Empowering all teens with a positive mindset and enabling them to effectively cope with crisis, adversity, and tough decisions.
Toys For Tots - Triangle, VA
Collect new unwrapped toys and distribute those toys to less fortunate children at Christmas.
UCLA Chancellor's Society - Los Angeles, CA
Secures annual support for UCLA’s Chancellor and academic leaders in order to maintain and enrich UCLA’s tradition of world-class excellence.
UCLA Wooden Athletic Fund - Los Angeles, CA
Covers a significant portion of program expenses, including scholarships, academic services, life skills, development, and recruiting.
Union of Pan Asian Communities - Chula Vista, CA
Provides health and human services focused on improving the overall well-being of underserved diverse populations.
United States Golf Association (USGA) - Far Hills, NJ
Supporting programs and initiatives that enhance the golfer experience, drive participation by juniors, beginners, and golfers with disabilities.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum - Washington, DC
Inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity.
United States Olympic Committee - Colorado Springs, CO
Supporting, entering and overseeing U.S. teams for the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, Youth Olympic Games, Pan American Games, and Parapan American Games and serves as the steward of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements in the United States.
United States Special Olympics - Washington, DC
Sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the United States.
United States Tennis Association (USTA) - White Plains, NY
Governing body for the sport of tennis and the recognized leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the U.S.
United Way - Irvine, CA
Improves lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.
Wounded Warrior Project - Jacksonville, FL
To honor and empower Wounded Warriors who incurred a physical or mental injury, illnesses, or wound, co-incident to military service.
YMCA Orange County - Tustin, CA
To improve lives and strengthen character by fostering youth and family development, healthy living and social responsibility driven by passionate staff and volunteers.
YMCA San Diego - San Diego, CA
Programs and services focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y unites men, women and children - regardless of age, income or background - to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors.