Aaron Levinson

Aaron Levinson has a diverse range of work experience spanning several organizations. Aaron began their career in 1995 as a Campaign & Public Relations Associate for The Guardians of The Los Angeles Jewish Home, where they developed leadership and organized successful fundraising events. Aaron then worked at the Anti-Defamation League, holding various roles such as Assistant Director of Development and Interim Regional Director. In these positions, they focused on fundraising, community outreach, and responding to hate crimes. Levinson later became Executive Director of Shomrei Torah Synagogue, managing administrative and financial responsibilities, as well as overseeing development and marketing activities. Aaron then served as Executive Director of The Executives of the Los Angeles Jewish Home, leading development initiatives and organizing fundraising events. Since 2010, they have been working at the Los Angeles Jewish Home, first as Planned Giving Director and currently as Vice President, Planned Giving. In this role, they have raised millions of dollars annually through planned giving programs, cultivated relationships with donors, and managed grant applications. Additionally, they have worked as an Instructor at UCLA Extension from 2017 to 2018. Overall, Levinson has extensive experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, development, and community engagement.

Aaron Levinson's education history includes a diverse range of degrees and certifications. Aaron obtained a Doctor Honoris Causa degree in Jewish Nonprofit Management from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion-Los Angeles in 2020. Prior to that, they earned a Certified Specialist in Planned Giving certification from the American Institute for Philanthropic Studies in 2012-2013.

In their earlier years, they completed a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree in Public Administration from the University of Southern California and a Master of Arts in Jewish Nonprofit Management (MAJCS) degree from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion-Los Angeles, both in 1993-1995. Aaron also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Judaic Studies from UC San Diego, which they attained from 1989 to 1993.

Additionally, Aaron Levinson briefly studied at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem in 1991-1992, although no degree or specific field of study is mentioned. Aaron'ssecondary education was completed at Aptos High School from 1985 to 1989.

Please note that the obtained month and year for the Certified Specialist in Planned Giving certification are not provided.