NEW MATCHING INITIATIVE AIMS TO THANK DONORS FOR ALL THEY HAVE DONE
On March 27, at our 60th Anniversary Evening, the JFM launched the Million Dollar Match incentive program. After months of brainstorming
and strategic planning, we are thrilled to introduce this initiative as a testament to our donors' commitment to their community.
When the Foundation was created in
1964, there were 119 initial donors with 12
established funds. Today, our database has
over 4,500 funds and over 30,000 individual
donor names.
Every contribution during our history, no
matter the dollar amount, has played a pivotal
role, and now, this year, the JFM will reach
an unbelievable milestone: over 100 million
dollars in grants since our inception. The JFM
stands today as a testament to our Donors'
care for our future.
The credit for these milestones, both the
granting benchmark and the longevity of
our service, belongs to our donors, and to
celebrate the achievement, we wanted to give
back.
In the months leading up to where we are
now, we brainstormed about how best to
celebrate.
As we thought, we kept the spotlight on
our community, people like yourselves, who
continue to give back. Your support highlights
the community-focused mindset that so many
of us share.
"We turned our eyes back toward our
strategic plan for 2022 and beyond, and one goal became clear," says John Diamond, CEO.
"We wanted to support our community in a
way that, in turn, allows our donors to have
even more impact as we head into the future.”
Out of these discussions, the Million Dollar
Match was born. This matching program is
designed to encourage and amplify the impact
of individual donors and families within our
community. Just as our donors have shown
such tremendous dedication to us, the Jewish
Foundation of Manitoba is equally committed
to the future of our community.
The Foundation will match all new gifts
from individuals up to $18,000.
In Jewish tradition, the number 18, or "chai,"
symbolizes life and good luck, reflecting the
strength and resilience of our community.
The matching opportunity extends to new
contributions to the Foundation until the
million dollar match is fully utilized.
"We think this program gives a great
opportunity and incentive for community
members to strengthen, or establish, a
lasting legacy in Manitoba," says Diamond.
"Whether you donate frequently or want to
start your philanthropic journey, the Million Dollar Match program offers a gateway to
meaningful involvement and impact."
As part of the program, we are excited
to announce that our monthly donors are
also eligible for matching. Monthly giving
is convenient and maintains consistent
engagement for donors' philanthropic goals
each year.
In last year's annual report, we shared the
perspective of one donor who emphasized
his appreciation for monthly giving. He noted
that committing to regular contributions kept
him engaged and motivated, allowing him to
uphold his commitment to giving back to the
community. It takes away his ability to not give
back.
As we celebrate our 60th year, we invite you
to join us in laying the groundwork for the
next 60 years of community impact. Together,
through the Million Dollar Match, we can
maintain the brightness in our community and
fortify it for generations to come.
Thank you for your continued support
and dedication to the Jewish Foundation of
Manitoba. With your partnership, we look
forward to building a legacy of compassion,
generosity, and community for years to come.
For more information, or to make a gift, click here.