2026 Annual Campaign
As One
This is a defining moment for the Jewish people.
We face a convergence of challenges that demand decisive action and a unified response. Jewish Federations are uniquely positioned to meet this pivotal moment.
We are the backbone of Jewish life in North America. As One, we mobilize our vast resources and global network to confront today’s pressing issues: rising antisemitism, Israel’s post-war recovery, and the vitality of our communities at home.
As One, we secure our synagogues and community centers. As One, we empower Israel’s recovery and revitalization. As One, we advocate for our community’s urgent needs on Capitol Hill and in our state capitals and city halls. As One, we inspire Jewish engagement in over 400 communities across North America. As One, we provide education, programming, and events to bring Jewish joy to our communities.
From our local communities to the global stage, a gift to the BJF is strategically deployed to make a difference across the spectrum of Jewish life. Thanks to your generosity, Jewish Federations provide unparalleled reach and impact, making a flourishing Jewish future possible.
Fundraising Donor Development Administration
- Engaging and building our donor community
- Salary, expenses, insurance
- Technology support and enhancements
Allocations & Grants
Community Grants
Local & Regional Allocations
- Anti Defamation League
- AJC – National Jewish Advocacy Corps
- Alabama Holocaust Education Center
- Collat Jewish Family Services
- Chabad of Alabama
- Hillels of UA and Auburn
- JCRS
- Jewish Summer Camp Scholarships
- Levite Jewish Community Center
- N.E. Miles Jewish Day School
- Temple Beth El
Community Engagement & Collaboration
- Young Family Programming: PJ Library, Shalom Baby, Shalom Chaverim
- Teen Programming: B’nai Brith Youth Organization
- College programming: Shabbat Dinners at Hillel
- You Belong in Birmingham
- Social and networking group for Jewish community members 21-35.
- Young Leadership Development Program
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Sponsorship of community programs
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Annual Community Meeting
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Community Calendar
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Jewish Community Relations Council
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Jewish War Veterans
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Shalom Birmingham
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United Way Partnership
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Women’s Philanthropy
JFNA
Support national partner, Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), which provides us with training, materials, and a network of 300 communities.
SECURING OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY
Regional Security Advisor
- Threat Vulnerability Risk Assessments for all our Jewish facilities.
- Counter Active Threat Training and Stop the Bleed trainings for specific groups in our Jewish community.
- High Holiday usher training.
- Security for special events in our community.
- Liaison to local, state, and federal low enforcement officials.
Israel Education and Programming
Israel World Jewry Bureau (IWJB)
- Humanitarian support and crisis intervention
- Bomb shelters for Israelis in critical locations
- Empowering young Israeli Ethiopians and children at risk and/or with special needs with educational, vocational, and recreational support.
JDC/JAFI/ORT
- Provide disaster relief and critical support for Jews in need around the world
Partnership 2Gether
- Cultural, social, educational interactions with our sister city of Rosh Ha’ayin
Subsidized Travel to Israel
Your Gift Makes a Difference
Whether you Make a Pledge, a One-Time Gift, or send a Tribute Card, your gift makes a difference.