Inspired by Jewish values, Women's Philanthropy brings women together to deepen their connection to Jewish life, strengthen our community, build meaningful relationships with Israel, and care for Jews in need in San Diego and around the world. This passionate and diverse community of women contributes more than one-third of the funds raised through Jewish Federation of San Diego's annual campaign each year.
Through philanthropy, leadership, learning, and shared experiences, women across San Diego are helping shape a strong Jewish future for our community and generations to come.
Women's Philanthropy is also a place to connect, grow, and belong. Here, women build meaningful friendships, develop as leaders, learn together, and put their values into action through collective philanthropy.
Whether you are beginning your philanthropic journey, looking for new ways to get involved, or deepening your commitment through the Pomegranate Society or Lion of Judah, there is a place for you in this community.
Brunch Club is a warm first gathering, held twice a year, where you meet other women and learn what your community is doing together. Kesher gatherings are intimate and neighborhood-based, hosted in members' homes.
The Women's Philanthropy Board brings together women from different backgrounds, experiences, and stages of life who help shape meaningful opportunities for women to connect, give, learn, and lead.
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Immediate Past Board Chair
Explore the giving societies and gatherings that make up Women's Philanthropy.
A community of women who make an annual campaign gift of $5,000 or more, recognized by the iconic Lion of Judah pin and connected to Lions across the country and the world.
Many women reach Lion of Judah through a three-year step-up: $3,600, then $4,500, then $5,000.
A community of 120+ women who make an annual campaign gift of $1,800–$4,999, connecting through philanthropy, leadership, and shared purpose.
Slide to what you might give over a year. A monthly gift counts as its yearly total, so $150 a month is $1,800 a year.
Major donorEveryone who gives $10,000 or more a year to the Annual Campaign is recognized as a Federation major donor.
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Two easy ways to meet other women in the community.
Brunch Club is a warm first gathering, held twice a year, where you meet other women and learn what your community is doing together.
Intimate, neighborhood-based gatherings hosted in members' homes.
Would you like to help plan a Brunch Club or a Kesher gathering? Talk with Maya.
Gatherings for the Women's Philanthropy community throughout the year.
Jewish Federation of San Diego’s Women’s Philanthropy Board presents Brunch Club. Women gather to connect, build relationships, and enjoy meaningful experiences with the Women’s Philanthropy community.
Venue to be announced
Nearly 2,000 Lions will come together for the 2027 International Lion of Judah Conference, a global gathering celebrating philanthropy, leadership, and Jewish community.
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Join us for an inspiring afternoon honoring the extraordinary women whose generosity, leadership, and commitment strengthen our Jewish community and shape its future.
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Make your gift to the annual campaign, or reach out to Maya Steinberg, Director of Women's Philanthropy, to learn how to take the next step.
