Big and small donors
“Big donors always get the press, but there are a lot more little donors in the world. The act is often more important than the gift itself.” – Seth Godin, Seth’s Blog, Dec. 18th,…
Read moreReflections on Maimonide’s 8- Levels of Charity (Tzedakah)
What’s the Jewish perspective on giving? A good place to start is Maimonides and his eight levels of charity. Sasha Dichter beaks it down for us in his post “Reflections on Maimonides’ 8 levels…
Read moreThe Youngest Grocer In America!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKyOLzpGEU4 This is the truly inspirational story of a young man in a small town in Minnesota who is working for the betterment of a cause greater than himslef and his family… kind of…
Read moreJews Rule!
Not only has Congressman Rahm Emanuel been appointed as President-Elect Obama’s Chief of Staff, but a record number of Jews have been elected to Congress. The story fromThe Forward: Record Number of Jews slated…
Read moreAre You Addicted?
I just got back from two and half weeks of vacationing in Brazil and had an amazing time. I think I checked my email a total of two times the entire two and a…
Read moreTo be the Best Fundraiser, Go Away – Guest Post
To be the best fundraiser, go away. I hope you’re getting a vacation this summer. Really get all the way away. No email. No urgent calls. Just you and as much nature as you…
Read moreMoney Trail
Ever wonder where your donated money goes once you given to your favorite organization? Kol Hakavod to the creative minds at the Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley for producing this fun cartoonabout where your…
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