YOUR FIRST STEP INTO LEADERSHIP
The Ben-Gurion Society (BGS) is an international network for emerging Jewish philanthropists (ages 40 and under) who donate $1,000 or more to their Federation’s Annual Campaign. Inspired by the legacy of David Ben-Gurion, Israel’s first prime minister, BGS members embody his legacy of using their passion and resources to build a stronger Jewish community for generations to come.
Some BGS donor benefits include:
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Exclusive receptions and events
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An invitation to UJA’s Major Gifts Signature Event
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Early access for select events and waitlist priority
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Identification for leadership positions, such as committees or ambassadorships
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Mentorship and professional development opportunities
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Shabbat dinners and curated social gatherings
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Timely insider updates on UJA’s work and impact
For a minimum gift of $1,000 (or $84/month) you will:
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Provide 2–3 hours of PSW services to an ill or immobile senior community member
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Give a young adult the opportunity to attend a weekly mental wellness group
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Supply an isolated senior with three months' worth of Kosher Meals on Wheels packages
“It was an easy decision for us. For a few extra dollars a month, the difference we could make in the community was incredible. Plus, the events we now attend with speakers like Hillel Neuer and Ben Freeman, and networking opportunities with like-minded peers, have made this next step truly worth it.”
— Russell Sanders and Shari Gasch
