The Lion of Judah is an international recognition program honoring more than 17,500 inspiring Jewish women who give an annual minimum gift of $5,000 or more to Jewish Federations across North America. In San Diego, we are proud to have more than 250 Lions supporting our Federation. 

Lions of Judah are strong women of all ages – a sisterhood of thousands of global activists who care deeply about the Jewish future. Lions of Judah play a vital role in creating social justice, aiding the vulnerable, preserving human dignity, and building Jewish identity.

Every Lion also has the opportunity to purchase a gold Lion pin, which has become an internationally recognized symbol of philanthropy, commitment, Jewish values, and sisterhood. Each woman who wears her Lion of Judah pin is uniquely connected to all other Lions, all of whom embody the true meaning of tzedakah. Each year, those who sustain their gift are eligible to have a diamond set into their pin.