Transforming Individual Generosity into Collective Impact
In every generation, the Jewish people face moments that define who we are. This is our moment. We stand at a historic crossroads: While antisemitism rises and Israel rebuilds, Jews everywhere seek deeper, more meaningful engagement in Jewish life.
No other organization possesses the infrastructure, reach, or strategic partnerships to meet a challenge of this magnitude. The Birmingham Jewish Federation is uniquely built to transform individual generosity into collective impact on a global scale.
As One, we meet this moment with unified strength. We are the heartbeat that sustains Jewish life, the shield that protects our people, and the living bridge that unites us across oceans and generations.
As One, we are the Jewish future—vibrant, proud, unbreakable, eternal.
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Giving Levels and Societies
Every gift to our annual campaign helps us make a meaningful impact in the Birmingham Jewish community, and we're thankful for each and every donor. Through the Jewish Federations of North America, donors are recognized through Giving Levels and Giving Societies, some of which provide unique opportunities to connect and engage, both here in Birmingham and across the country.
Community ($1 - $999)
This is our core group of donors who make gifts to the Annual Campaign between $1 and $999. This multi-generational and diverse group are not only donors, but a large number serve in important volunteer positions and provide leadership and guidance for many of our Federation activities and programs. Additionally, many donors at this giving level are long-term donors to the Annual Campaign and are rooted in our Jewish Community.
Pearl Society ($360+gift for Women)
These are members of our Women’s Philanthropy who donate $360 or more to the BJF Annual Campaign.
Pomegranate Society ($1,800+gift for Women)
These are members of our Women’s Philanthropy who donate $1,800 or more to the BJF Annual Campaign.
Lions of Judah ($5,000+gift for Women)
These are the most dynamic philanthropic Jewish women in the world. They are strongwomen of all ages, an international sisterhood of thousands of global activists who care deeply about the Jewish future. Each woman makes an annual donation to the Jewish Federation that reflects her capacity to give.
Major Donors ($10,000 & Above)
This is a group of individual donors and families who contribute $10,000 or more to their Federation’s annual campaign, demonstrating their deep love and interest for nurturing Jews worldwide and laying the groundwork for a bright future.
King David Society ($25,000 - $99,999)
This is a community of philanthropists who contribute $25,000 or more to the Federation Annual Campaign. They share a passionate concern for issues that affect the worldwide Jewish community, and set inspiring standards in philanthropic giving.
Prime Minister's Council ($100,000)
This level convenes Federation’s leading donors who contribute more than $100,000 to their Federation’s annual campaign or have made an endowment commitment to their Federation of $2 million.
Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) or PACE ($100,000 Endowment)
This level honors outstanding philanthropists who have endowed their gift by creating a Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowment (PACE) or Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) contribution of $100,000 or more.
Star of David Society ($200,000 PACE or $500,000 Endowment)
This level honors outstanding philanthropists who have endowed their gift by creating a Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowment (PACE) or Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) contribution of $200,000, or other permanent endowment of $500,000 or more.
International Leadership Reunion ($250,000+)
This is an annual international gathering of major philanthropic leaders from North and South America, Australia, Europe, Israel and South Africa who contribute a minimum of $250,000 to the Annual Campaign in their local communities and who share a deep interest in supporting Israel and Jewish communities around the world. The ILR program offers the highest caliber of speakers, tours and events.