WHY WE NEED YOU NOW!
Why support the Federation Annual Campaign?

We have seen a dramatic rise in requests for funding for families in immediate crisis - families struggling every day to feed, clothe and provide shelter - and we are working day and night trying to meet these life-saving needs.

Without donors like you, the Federation could not begin to address these needs right here in our community. By supporting the important work of the Federation you help to educate everyone about the importance of an organization solely dedicated to our Jewish family here in Howard County. Make a statement that says that we are here for each other.  For if we do not make Jewish philanthropy a part of our lives, there is no one else that will. The needs of our community are the responsibility of all of us - we make the difference - it is up to us!  Only the Jewish people support our Jewish family.

The Jewish people are at their best when they are needed and today we need you! As our tradition teaches,
“If not us, then who; and if not now, then when." The Federation is a place to come together as one people -
Working to meet the needs of our Jewish family.

The Federation is a non-profit 501 C3 organization
and all donations are fully tax deductible.

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Does your company have a MATCHING GIFTS PROGRAM?
THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO DOUBLE YOUR PLEDGE!
The Jewish Federation of Howard County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is eligible to receive a matching gift if your company participates in this program. Please check with your Human resources Director and ask for the form to help make this happen! Your gift is 100% tax deductible and your generosity is truly appreciated!

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Your Funds Support

Jewish Community Services in Howard County Provides counseling and support groups for individuals, couples, and families. There is 24-Hour access and services to meet critical needs.

Jewish Community Chaplaincy Program A community Chaplain visits hospitalized and home bound Jews in Howard County.

The Parent Resource Place A community outreach program for all Jewish parents and children.

Educational Scholarships The Federation provides financial educational assistance for all synagogue religious schools, all Jewish pre-schools and Howard County students attending Oseh Shalom.

Youth Leadership Development Awarded funds enable teens to attend Jewish leadership programs in the United States and Israel.

Rosh Hodesh Girls Project Prepares young Jewish women for future leadership positions and creates a safe environment to discuss issues facing young teens today.

Cultural Connections Presents cultural programs with a Jewish flavor for our "Over 55" community twice a month.

Hot Topics • Lunch 'n Learn Features guest speakers presenting topical and engaging issues. This group meets the third Wednesday of each month.

Community Programs Your Federation sponsors events for the entire Jewish community: The Purim Carnival • Jewish Festival • Family Fun Fest • Jewish Middle School Dances • Concerts • Annual Yom Hashoah Program • Howard Community College Jewish Student Union • The Annual Golf Tournament • The Visionary Event recognizing Jewish leaders in Howard County. Your funds also provide support for an in Howard County.

Young Leadership Cabinet and the Teen Campaign Works to promote philanthropy for future Jewish leaders.

Israel and the World Jewish Agency for Israel, The Joint Distribution Committee, ORT, and Carmei Ha'ir are international agencies that receive funding to help keep our global Jewish family safe and secure are.

These community programs are the result of your generosity!
The more you give, the more we can do!

GIVING CIRCLES

Lion of Judah is an international association of Jewish women committed to Jewish philanthropy. Members contribute a minimum of $5,000 a year. There are currently twenty-one members in Howard County.

The Knesset Club was established in 2004 to encourage donors to contribute $100 a month, an annual gift of $1,200. This philanthropic level was created to demonstrate that it is within everyone's power to make a real difference, by making an important personal commitment to impact the critical services the Federation provides to those in need in our community. Over 200 committed families have made a commitment at this level or higher.

The Maimonides Society is a group of Howard County doctors making an annual gift of $1,000 or more to the Federation and its important mission. This group works to help keep the focus on the services that are desperately needed in our community.

The Federation is a non-profit 501 C3 organization
and all donations are fully tax deductible.

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Community Synagogues and Organizations

JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES • 410-730-4976

AHAVAS ISRAEL • Rabbi Hillel Baron • 410-740-2424
Gan Israel Preschool, School and Day Camp • 410-740-8148

BET AVIV • Cantor Margery Auerbach • 410-992-9994

BETH SHALOM • Rabbi Susan Grossman • 410-531-5115
Beth Shalom Religious School • 410-531-5498

CALAH • 410-730-calah
Calah Religious School • 410-455-6434

COLUMBIA JEWISH • Rabbi Sonya Starr • 410-730-6044
Columbia Jewish Community School • 410-730-6044

SHALOM ALEICHEM • Rabbi Yocheved Heiligman • 410-997-7606
Shalom Aleichem Religious School • 410-884-1247

TEMPLE ISAIAH • Rabbi Mark Panoff • 410-888-9100
Temple Isaiah Religious School and Preschool • 410-498-0200

For Howard County families attending
OSEH SHALOM • Rabbi Doug Heifetz • 301-498-5151

BET YELADIM • 410-997-7378

HADASSAH • 410-964-3155 NCJW • 443-535-0641

JEWISH STUDENT UNION OF HCC • 410-772-4800

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