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Joseph Pedott (1932-2023) believed in loyalty, hard work, education, and results. Joe believed in helping those who faced similar life challenges to those he faced as a youth. As a successful businessman (most famous for the Chia Pet & the Clapper) and entrepreneur, he believed in "paying it forward." Joseph has established foundations in California & Illinois that support students who need access, services & means to obtain a college degree. Joe donated funds to help build & complete two Hillels that provide support, services, and offers a "home away from home" for Jewish college students and was in the process of expanding to a third.
In memory of Joseph Pedott, donations may be made to organizations that Joe has supported including the following:
Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund San Francisco
Guardian Scholars at SFSU
10,000 Degrees
Mission Graduates
Summer Search
Scholar Match
Students Rising Above
Chicago Community Trust
College Support Charitable Fund Grantees
College Possible
Target Hope
One Goal
i Mentor
Utmost U
Chicago Scholars
Bottom Line
Scholarship and Guidance (SGA) Youth & Family Services
University of Illinois
I Promise
Hillel
Hillel Constructed/Renovated
Hillel at UC Davis
Hillel at Northridge
Hillel San Francisco - in development Hillel Emergency Fund - various campuses