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We’re a community of philanthropic leaders who set the standard of giving in service of our greater world.

We inspire others with our generosity and dedication to shaping the Jewish future and helping those in need, right here at home and all across the globe.

We engage with international leaders and cultural icons, travel the world together, and grapple with timely issues to maximize our impact and the way we can affect change.

Membership in our philanthropic societies start with a minimum gift of $10,000 to our annual campaign and a passion for purpose-driven giving.

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Learn more about UJA's impact here

3,400 Jewish institutions safeguarded in New York and beyond
17.7 million pounds of food distributed to hungry New Yorkers
$48 million in emergency cash assistance distributed locally and globally

35,000 residents of Israel’s devastated southern communities are receiving support to heal and rebuild
Nearly $7.7 million dedicated to meet the needs of the last generation of Holocaust survivors
74,200 hours of pro bono legal services provided by local partners

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PHILANTHROPIC LEADERSHIP GROUPS

Tzedek Society

We’re a community of philanthropic leaders who give a personal or family gift of $10,000 or more to UJA’s annual campaign. True to our name, we believe justice is a fundamental value — one that shapes not only our personal moral compasses but the way we give back to benefit society and the greater world.

We invite you to take a look at our Roll of Honor, which reflects the commitment and generosity of our community’s members.

TZEDEK SOCIETY CHAIRS
Adrianne & Avi Shapira
Vicki Warner

King David Society

We’re philanthropists who exemplify what it means to give back. We gather as a community at exclusive events. This group is for those who give personal or family gifts of $25,000 or more each year.

King David Society (KDS) Leadership

KDS Chairs
Suzanne & Jacob Doft
Linda & Jeffrey Solomon

KDS Long Island Chairs
Donna & Stewart Senter

KDS Westchester Chairs
Linda & Seth Plattus
Wendy & Neil Sandler

KDS Women Chair
Carol Becker

Ambassador's Round Table

We’re philanthropists who keep our finger on the pulse of timely, important topics. We welcome adult children and grandchildren at our events to encourage the next generation to continue giving back. Members can also attend King David Society events. This group is for philanthropists who’ve made personal or family gifts of $50,000 or more each year.

AMBASSADOR'S ROUND TABLE CHAIRS
Wendy & Steven Shenfeld
Janna & Michael Stern

Prime Minister's Council

We’re philanthropists who make giving back a way of life. We place the highest value on helping our local and global communities thrive. Members are also welcome at King David Society and Ambassador’s Round Table events. Prime Minister’s Council is for leaders who give personal or family gifts of $100,000 or more each year.

PRIME MINISTER'S COUNCIL CHAIRS
Cheri & Steven Friedman

Tzedek Society

King David Society

Ambassador's Round Table

Prime Minister's Council

TZEDEK SOCIETY CHAIRS
Adrianne & Avi Shapira
Vicki Warner

KDS ROLL OF HONOR

Our King David Society Roll of Honor is a distinguished record of your support that fuels our campaign each year, enabling us to help millions of people in need in New York, in Israel, and across the globe.

During these challenging times, your generosity is more critical than ever.

View our Roll of Honor

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