Women's Division: it starts with you!

A fundraising arm of the Jewish Federation, Women's Division strives to connect and engage Jewish women in order to educate them about the work of Federation's annual campaign and our partner agencies in Jacksonville and around the world.

Who we are

We are women aged 20 to 120 who are partners in Tikkun Olam, repair of the world. We gather together to respond to the needs of our community locally and abroad, through fundraising, volunteerism and education. We are:

• Bringing people together
• Shaping the future
• Strengthening Jewish life
• Caring for the vulnerable

The Women's Division is representative and inclusive.

The Women's Division is YOU!

Live generously

It starts with us. With our generosity of spirit, time and resources. We believe each community member and every gift is important. When we all participate, our community is stronger, our future is more secure. Join us in repairing the world. Realize your philanthropic goals through the full spectrum of federation giving opportunities. more

Women can give at many levels:

Lion of Judah is a campaign division for Women who give a gift of $5,000 or more to the annual campaign. The internationally recognized gold Lion of Judah pin is worn by women all over the world. As a woman increases her commitment to the annual campaign the eye of the lion changes. Reach for the Ruby is the newest program for lions.

Our Pomegranate Division recognizes women who give gifts between $1800 and $4,999. Women who wear Morasha pins are perpetuating the heritage of the Jewish people. This division begins with a $1000 gift.

Why a woman should give in her own name:

• Women inspire others to translate their Jewish caring into giving that makes a difference.
• Women are knowledgeable philanthropists who understand how to exercise their power to make a difference through giving.
• Increasing women's campaigns demonstrate women's leadership. Women's giving is the launching pad for future Tikkun Olam.
• Women's giving demonstrates dedication to, and acceptance of, responsibility for the needs of the global Jewish community.
• Money is influence; the more women give in their own name, the greater their credibility and power as leaders and policy makers.
• Women's giving is fiscal evidence of the influence women exert as full partners and decision makers in the family, the community, and nation building.
• Women can impact Jewish political power. US Government leaders count the number of givers when they measure support for Israel and local communities.
• Women have an obligation to practice tzedakah; no one can perform a mitzvah in another's name.
• By giving as individuals, women can stand up and truly be counted.

For additional information contact Joanne Cohen at 904.448.5000 x205.

As my father planted for me so will I plant for my children...Talmud

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