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Goldrich Cultural Center Receives $20 Million Endowment Gift


Goldrich Cultural Center Receives $20 Million Endowment Gift
Goldrich Cultural Center Receives $20 Million Endowment Gift

The Goldrich Cultural Center, which houses the Holocaust Museum LA, has secured its largest financial gift in 65 years. Donors Andrea Goldrich Cayton and Melinda Goldrich pledged a $20 million endowment to honor their father, founder Jona Goldrich, during the organization's annual gala on November 10.

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The Goldrich Cultural Center, home to the Holocaust Museum LA, has received a $20 million endowment, marking the largest gift in its 65-year history. The announcement was made on November 10 at the organization’s annual gala held at The Beverly Wilshire Hotel.

The donation was provided by Andrea Goldrich Cayton and Melinda Goldrich in honor of their father, Jona Goldrich, who founded the Holocaust Museum LA and is a Holocaust survivor. The total pledge comprises an immediate $10 million donation and a matching challenge component. Under the terms of the challenge match, the donors will contribute up to $10 million toward every new pledge exceeding $25,000 until the end of 2027.

The gift aims to provide long-term financial stability for the institution as it continues its mission of preserving Holocaust history and education.

A.Parker--TNT

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