What is National Women's Philanthropy?
Inspired and guided by our tradition of tzedakah (righteousness/charity) and tikkun olam (repairing the world), the National Women's Philanthropy of The Jewish Federations of North America is dedicated to the continuity, connectedness and ongoing vibrancy of our North American communities, Israel and the Jewish people.
The National Women's Philanthropy Board is dedicated to ensuring that women who assume positions of responsibility in their communities have the knowledge and confidence to lead, are appropriately trained, and have been given the tools to hone their abilities and maximize their potential for success. We exist to serve the goals and mission of our federation system-its communities and network-and to strengthen the influence of women donors as philanthropists and decision makers.
We seek to provide significant opportunities for all women to affirm their Jewish identity and spirituality, to address evolving issues of concern to contemporary Jewish women, to engage new cadres of participants and leaders in our communities, and to inspire other Jewish women by example.
We believe the future of the Jewish community depends upon the strength of these endeavors, and we pledge ourselves to the fulfillment of this vision.
What is the Lion of Judah?
The Lion of Judah is perhaps the most successful development vehicle of all time and is a symbol of today's Jewish Woman's strength,
a symbol of her caring about the organized Jewish world and a symbol of her financial commitment of at least $5,000 (in some
communities, this threshold annual commitment is somewhat higher) to the UJA Federation Annual Campaign. More than 16,000 women
world-wide are Lions of Judah.
Created in 1972 in Miami by Norma Kipnis-Wilson and Toby Friedland (z"l), the Lion of Judah
program has brought together women of all ages and from many walks of life in order to play an essential role in creating social
justice, healing the sick, feeding the hungry, preserving human dignity and building Jewish identity.
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About the Organization
The Jewish Federations of North America represents 157 Jewish Federations and serves as the umbrella organization
linking 400 non-Federated communities, the Network of Independent Communities.
The Federation movement, collectively among the top 10 charities on the continent, protects and enhances the
well-being of Jews worldwide through the values of tikkun olam (repairing the world), tzedakah (charity and social
justice) and Torah (Jewish learning).
Federation Community
The Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans serves as the central coordinating body for the Jewish community.
Its purpose is to build and sustain a vibrant Jewish community in the Greater New Orleans area and, in accordance
with Jewish tradition, to assure the continuity of the Jewish people in America, Israel and throughout the Diaspora.
In New Orleans and around the world, The Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans makes a real difference for real people.
Together, we care for those in need, rescue those in harm's way, and renew and strengthen the Jewish people in New Orleans,
in Israel and around the world.
To learn more about The Jewish Federations of North America or to find a local Jewish Federation in your area
visit us online at
www.JewishFederations.org.
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Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans