Rafi Toledano | Philanthropies

A Life In Real Estate. A Commitment To Giving Back.

The Charitable Foundation of Rafi “Rafi” Toledano, Founder and CEO of Sorrento Property Group, focusing on education, health, housing and Hachaim Vehashalom, where Rafi serves as Founding Trustee and Vice Chairman.

עוֹלָם חֶסֶד יִבָּנֶה

“The world is built on kindness.”

Tehillim 89:3 · תהילים פט:ג
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Our Mission

Rafi Toledano | Philanthropies is the charitable foundation of Rafi Toledano, Founder and CEO of Sorrento Property Group and Founding Trustee and Vice Chairman of Hachaim Vehashalom Synagogue. Guided by Chesed and Tzedakah, it strengthens the people, Shuls and institutions at the heart of our community.

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Focus Areas

Where we give

חֶסֶד ה׳ מָלְאָה הָאָרֶץ

The earth is full of God’s kindness.

Tehillim 33:5 · תהילים לג:ה
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Habitat for Humanity

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Housing

Habitat for Humanity

We support Habitat for Humanity’s work helping families build and improve the homes they live in.

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USF Scholarship

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Education

USF Scholarship

Our scholarship at the University of South Florida helps students take the next step toward their degree.

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American Cancer Society

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Health

American Cancer Society

We support the American Cancer Society’s work in cancer research, patient care and support for families.

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The Founder

About Rafi Toledano

וְהַבּוֹטֵחַ בַּה׳ חֶסֶד יְסוֹבְבֶנּוּ

One who trusts in God is surrounded by kindness.

Tehillim 32:10 · תהילים לב:י
Rafi Toledano, founder of Rafi Toledano | Philanthropies

Rafi Toledano | Philanthropies was founded by its Chairman, Rafi Toledano, on a simple conviction: that success carries a responsibility to give back, in every form possible.

A real estate investor and author, Rafi Toledano began his career as a broker before leading an investment firm and, later, his family’s private investment office. By 25, he had become the largest landlord in the East Village. Today, he is the Founder and CEO of Sorrento Property Group, a company with $1.4 billion in acquisitions and 4,000+ units across 13 states.

Through the foundation he supports college scholarships, housing for families in need, cancer research and care, and Hachaim Vehashalom, where he serves as Founding Trustee and Vice Chairman.

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Our Approach

Focused. Accountable. Local.

וְאִם לֹא עַכְשָׁיו, אֵימָתַי

And if not now, when?

Pirkei Avot 1:14 · אבות א:יד

Rafi Toledano | Philanthropies is the charitable initiative of Rafi Toledano. Headquartered in New York, it supports the communities where we live and work: college scholarships paid directly to schools, discounted housing for people in need, support for cancer research and patient care, and gifts to the synagogues and community institutions that hold neighborhoods together.

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Established partners

We give through respected, accountable nonprofits with proven track records in their communities.

Rooted where we work

We prioritize the neighborhoods and cities where Sorrento Property Group’s residents live.

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וְאָהַבְתָּ לְרֵעֲךָ כָּמוֹךָ

Love your neighbor as yourself.

Vayikra 19:18 · ויקרא יט:יח

Through Rafi Toledano | Philanthropies, students can apply for college scholarships, and individuals and families in need can apply for discounted housing at Sorrento Property Group communities. Sorrento Property Group offers military and veteran discounts at all of its properties.

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EducationCollege scholarshipsFor students pursuing a college degree. Awards are paid directly to the student’s college or university.Apply for a scholarship →
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HousingDiscounted housingDiscounted apartments at Sorrento Property Group communities for individuals and families in need.Apply for housing →
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ServiceMilitary and veteran discountsSorrento Property Group offers military and veteran discounts at all of its properties.Learn more →
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Building stronger communities, together.

טוֹבִים הַשְּׁנַיִם מִן הָאֶחָד

Two are better than one.

Kohelet 4:9 · קהלת ד:ט
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