Giving
Real Estate Trustees
The Real Estate Trustees (RET) are a group of influential individuals and companies committed to strengthening Jewish life at UCLA and fostering the next generation of real estate leaders.
The Impact of RET at Hillel
Over 2,500 Jewish Bruins supported every year
RET investors enrich the lives of Jewish Bruins through philanthropic giving to Hillel at UCLA's annual campaign, which upholds our mission and funds vital student activities, leadership development, Shabbat and holiday rituals, Israel engagement, and more.
Every year, Hillel at UCLA supports over 2,500 Jewish Bruins through:
- 3,500 Shabbat meals served
- 500 students engaged in Jewish learning
- 750 students involved in Israel affinity groups
- 150 students traveling to Israel
Trustee Levels
$1,000+ - RET Preview
Access to one exclusive Real Estate Trustees "insider" event.
The $1,000 preview donation may be applied towards the Trustee's Circle or Corporate Partner donation should they decide to join the Real Estate Trustees in that fiscal year.
$2,500+ - Trustees Circle
Recognition on Hillel's website a Real Estate Trustee.
Invitations to three exclusive "insider" events per year.
Priority access to select Hillel events (e.g., guest speaker lectures, cultural programs).
Personalized updates from the Hillel Executive Director and staff on the impact of their giving.
Recognition of their gift at relevant Hillel events.
$5,000+ - Corporate Partner
All Trustee's Circle benefits, plus:
Company logo prominently displayed on the Real Estate Trustees webpage and in marketing materials.
Option to host an RET event at their office in partnership with Hillel.
Invitations for 2 company representatives to exclusive Real Estate Trustees "insider" events per year.
$10,000+ - Premier Corporate Partner
All Corporate Partner benefits, plus:
Opportunity to sponsor a specific Hillel program area (e.g., student leadership development, Israel engagement) with appropriate recognition.
Invitations for 5 company representatives to exclusive Real Estate Trustees "insider" events per year.
RET Goals
- Increase philanthropic support for Hillel at UCLA from members of the real estate sector.
- Deepen understanding about how Jewish Bruins navigate the UCLA campus and how Hillel at UCLA supports, educates, and uplifts these students to become future Jewish leaders.
- Foster meaningful relationships with members of the real estate community and connect them to the work of Hillel at UCLA.
RET Benefits
Real Estate Trustees enjoy exclusive benefits, gain exclusive insights into both UCLA's and Hillel's strategic vision, connect with industry leaders and fellow philanthropists, and make a tangible difference in the lives of Jewish students at UCLA. See the Trustee Giving Levels for a full description of benefits.
Join the Real Estate Trustees today and help build the future of Jewish life at UCLA!
Board of Trustees
The Real Estate Trustees program grows out of Hillel's Board of Trustees.
Real Estate Trustees
David Henry Simon
Chair