LION OF JUDAH

(A minimum individual woman's annual gift of $5,000)

Origin - The internationally recognized Lion of Judah was established in 1972 to honor 16 women who pledged $5,000 or more to the Miami Annual Campaign. Today as a Lion of Judah, you join more than 16,000 women in the fastest growing philanthropic arm in Federation history.

Why Become a Lion?

Tzedakah Is a Mitzvah

As a woman who supports Federation’s Annual Campaign, you understand the importance of making a philanthropic gift in your own name. Your generous annual gift enables you to stand as a Lion of Judah – committed to the Jewish people and tikkun olam (repairing the world). You embody strength and courage and are a role model for others.

Lions are recognized for their philanthropy by inclusion in an honor roll and are invited to participate in an annual Lion of Judah event, private receptions, and several special programs throughout the year as well as the bi-annual International Lion of Judah Conference.

Lion of Judah Benefits

  • Membership in the National Women's Philanthropy Honor Society of more than 16,000 members
  • Eligibility to purchase a beautiful 14-karat gold, diamond-inset Lion of Judah pin, which members wear proudly. Contact Debbie Kempinski for more information.
  • Eligible to attend the bi-annual International Lion of Judah Conference. Previous conferences have been held in Washington, Israel and New Orleans.
  • Eligible to attend all Lion of Judah events

Contact Debbie Kempinski, Major Gifts Officer, Women’s Philanthropy at 858.737.7133 or debbiek@jewishfederationsandiego.org for more information.


Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE)

The Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) allows you to help secure a strong and vibrant Jewish community for your children and grandchildren to enjoy. Your LOJE gift will provide food for the hungry, assist the elderly, rescue Jews facing hardship and peril around the world, fight anti-Semitism and help protect Israel decades from now and for generations to come. Join the over 3,044 women who have established a LOJE, which you can create to fit your philanthropic and financial goals with a minimum gift of $100,000. For more information about Lion of Judah Endowments, please contact Debbie Kempinski, Major Gifts Officer, Women’s Philanthropy at 858.737.7133 or debbiek@jewishfederationsandiego.org.