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DONATE NOW to the
SOCIETY FOR HUMANISTIC JUDAISM!
Your donation helps to strengthen Humanistic Judaism.
Private philanthropy facilitates our ability to carry out our vital mission. Your commitment supports programs for Humanistic
Jewish congregations, families, and individuals, young and old,
providing a meaningful option for cultural, secular and Humanistic Jews. The Society’s key programs and services that benefit from your tax-deductible contribution include:
• Serving the unaffiliated or marginalized
• Community/congregation development
• Rabbinic and leadership training
• Youth and young adult programs
• Connection to Israel
• International outreach
• Publications
• Curricula and training
• Seminars, conferences, and colloquia
Make a gift to support the Society for Humanistic Judaism today. A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated.
 SHJ Awarded Seal of Execellence
The Society for Humanistic Judaism has received the Independent Charities Seal of Excellence. This seal is awarded to the members of Independent Charities of America and Local Independent Charities of America that have, upon rigorous independent review, been able to certify, document, and demonstrate on an annual basis that they meet the highest standards of public accountability, program effectiveness, and cost effectiveness.
These standards include those required by the US Government for inclusion in the Combined Federal Campaign, probably the most exclusive fund drive in the world.
Of the 1,000,000 charities operating in the United States today, it is estimated that fewer than 50,000, or 5 percent, meet or exceed these standards, and, of those, fewer than 2,000 have been awarded this Seal.
IRA Tax Break Continues for Donors Age 70 1/2 and Older
NOW is the time for you to make a tax-free donation to the Society for Humanistic Judaism out of your individual retirement account. Under the tax bill passed by Congress, Americans age 70½ and older are again able to make tax-free donations out of their individual retirement accounts totaling up to $100,000 per year. The new tax law applies retroactively to gifts made in the 2012 tax year and continues through 2013. You can take advantage of this significant savings if you make your gift directly from your IRA. Check with your accountant before making such distributions to be sure that you are eligible for this exemption. Contact Bonnie Cousens, SHJ Executive Director, for more information. Such gifts may not be made online.
Plan for the Future - Join SHJ's Heritage Circle
Humanistic Judaism is built on Jewish traditions: culture, values, holiday and life-cycle celebrations, community and learning. You can help carry on these traditions and ensure the future of Humanistic Judaism by joining the SHJ's Heritage Circle. Include the Society for Humanistic Judaism in your estate plan. We would be pleased to discuss ways in which you can have a lasting impact on the future. You can name the Society for Humanistic Judaism in your will. Other ways include participating in the Society's charitable gift annuity, creation of a charitable remainder trust, gifts of llife insurance, creation of a living trust, income gifts and a variety of tax-saving gift opportunities. Contact us today for more information about joining the Heritage Circle.
Donate through the Combined Federal Campaign
The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), the Federal government's annual charity workplace campaign, encourages Federal employees, including civilian, postal, and military employees, to support charities that improve our quality of life. The Society for Humanistic Judaism has received donations through the CFC that benefit our programs and initiatives for the past five years. Please search for the Society for Humanistic Judaism on your CFC Charity List and support the cultural programs that provide a meaningful Jewish community for cultural, secular and Humanistic Jews.
Thank you for your support!
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