HFLSD provided us a loan for family building. We were so amazed and grateful to find that such an organization exists, and even more amazed at how helpful and kind the staff were. We were treated with respect, understanding, and genuine concern for making sure we were supported throughout the process. HFLSD is an asset to our community and a testament to the generosity of Jewish people when it comes to helping those in need. Thank you and we hope to be in contact soon with good news of our expanding family.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have discovered the Hebrew Free Loan organization through a member of my family's temple. Everyone I’ve met through HFLSD has been kind, respectful, and genuinely passionate about helping others.
In addition to providing me with an interest-free loan to support my education, HFLSD also connected me with an expert financial advisor who generously volunteered her time to share valuable retirement and financial planning strategies.
This organization is truly an asset to the community, and I am grateful for their support.
It has been a pleasure to watch this newly created non-profit in San Diego plant the seeds to help so many Jewish individuals and employees in the Jewish community thrive and grow with interest free loans for emergency needs, life cycle events, rental assistance, and education loans. How quickly HFLSD has established strong roots to anchor the organization in the community is amazing - working with 100's of individuals and families across San Diego and still going strong. The loans are paid back at an impressive 99% rate, and the money is lent to more and more in need, like a Tree of Life! Proud and excited to support this worthwhile local organization.
On a personal note... I have met some of the borrowers and have been able to experience first hand the dramatic impact a crucial loan can have on a positive life trajectory in regard to education or a hand-up in a tough financial time.
Hebrew Free Loan San Diego ("HFLSD") is a mission driven organization that is making a significant and positive difference in the lives of members of the San Diego Jewish community. By giving a "hand up and nota hand out", it serves a narrow and previously unmet need to (1) help individuals and families avoid the financial trap of poverty and (2) allow others to achieve personal and professional opportunities that would be either delayed or not possible at all without an interest free loan.
The success of HFLSD is measured in the almost zero level of default from loans made and the broad loan programs from debt relief to education and life cycle. Qualified applicants include persons of all ages, backgrounds, types of Jewish observation as well as non-Jewish borrowers that qualify as employees from local Jewish organizations.
The direct impact and the transformational outcomes achieved by HFLSD is one of the most rewarding volunteer I have experienced.
Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego is changing lives of San Diegans! With a broad range of interest free loans and an efficient loan process, HFLSD provides dignity to those needing a hand-up to achieve both short- and longer-term challenges and opportunities. It is privilege for us to support an organization where our funds will be recycled in perpetuity, assisting current and future generations. Thanks to Mindi and her team members for their dedication to empowering others in our community.
The mission of this organization is unique and rooted in biblical tradition, bringing assistance to people in need of a hand-up in this modern world. All loan processing components are completed with transparency, confidentiality, and compassion. The interest-free loans can change lives for the better for people looking for financial security in San Diego county. The fact that funds are recycled to make new loans when loans are repaid shows how long lasting Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego will be helping the local community. It is truly a resource that should be utilized for people in need, and supported by people who have some extra to offer.
HFLSD has a clear and inspiring mission: to aid and empower members of the San Diego Jewish community to help themselves by providing affordable interest-free loans in accordance with core Jewish values of dignity, respect, compassion, and confidentiality. One of the most commendable aspects of HFLSD is their transparency and accountability. Regular financial reports and updates provide donors and the public with a clear picture of the organization's financial health and the direct impact they make on the lives of borrowers. And, the money recycles so a donation can help many individuals over the years.
It is so inspiring to watch Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego empower community members when they are struggling with financial insecurity. A small loan can really help put people on the right path, and the financial advisor offered to each loan recipient makes such a huge difference in people's lives. I am proud to support such an incredible organization!
When I was at my lowest financially, HFLSD literally rescued me! My husband had passed away, I was still helping 2 of my children get settled into college, my older son was getting married. I overextended myself and when all the festivities were over, I felt depressed and guilt ridden. My friend told me to try Hebrew Free Loan. It was an amazing experience; no judgement, lots of emotional support.
They paid off my large loan and set me up with a financial advisor. I could go on and on, so I'll keep it brief and say "Thank you HFLSD for all the help and support".
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the assistance HFLSD provided to my family and me during our time of need. HFLSD intervention has been a lifesaver, and we cannot thank them enough.
Despite working hard, my low salary and my wife’s newly established business have not been enough. For several years, we have struggled to cover our expenses and provide for our family’s basic needs, including rent, utilities, and groceries.
HFLSD provided us with an interest-free loan that helped us pay off our credit debts and gave us much-needed breathing room. The loan allowed us to restructure our finances and put us on a path toward financial stability.
In addition to the loan, HFLSD provided us with an expert financial adviser who helped us build a financial plan to manage our finances better so we could focus on our future and plan for our family’s well-being.
Your selfless dedication to helping people like us is a testament to the goodness of humanity.
Thank you, HFLSD!
I had the best experience with Hebrew free loan! The process was easy and everyone was so helpful. I felt appreciated and I felt that everyone really cared for my well-being. They absolutely changed my life and gave me hope of a better future.
To me, HFLSD is more than a nonprofit - it is family. HFLSD helped me at my lowest point, without making me feel ashamed for asking for help. I recommend any person from the Jewish community of San Diego to reach out and ask for help. I gained more than a loan, I gained someone who truly care about my situation.