Why Affiliate and Support FJMC?

By Shea Lerner, NYM Region FJMC President and Steven Mandel MD, NYM VP of Outreach and Engagement

My profession finds me as a Chief Development Officer, or in layman’s terms, a professional
fundraiser. My career is creating and implementing fundraising plans for non-profit organizations; of all sizes, domestic and foreign, religious and secular. By definition, these terms many would argue, are too philosophical and way too analytical. Be that as it may, one
paradigm remains the common denominator in fundraising, “people give to people” and an
organizations mission is what attracts and fosters participation, leadership and support.
Of the many organizations I choose to affiliate with, there is another focus beyond the mission; that is support. Financial support is not exclusive and the only means by which to show one’s alignment, rather, human capital vis-à-vis, volunteering, participation, etc. builds the long-term viability of any organization or cause.

Supporting the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs (FJMC) means investing in Jewish community engagement, leadership development, and the well-being of Jewish men and their families worldwide, fostering camaraderie, and promoting Jewish values through various programs and initiatives.

Supporting the FJMC is beneficial for the following reasons:

FJMC’s Mission and Impact: Involving Jewish Men in Jewish Life
The FJMC’s core mission is to engage Jewish men in Jewish life through leadership,
innovation, and community building.

Community Building and Camaraderie: FJMC provides a platform for Jewish men to connect, build relationships, and foster a sense of community and brotherhood.

Supporting Synagogues and Congregations: FJMC works to strengthen synagogues and congregations by supporting their programs, activities, and initiatives.

Promoting Jewish Values: FJMC promotes Jewish values such as tikkun olam (repairing the world), tzedakah (charity and social justice), and Torah (Jewish learning).

Global Reach and Influence: FJMC’s network extends across North America and around the world, allowing them to impact Jewish communities globally.

So, the natural question remains, Why Support the FJMC?

Stronger Jewish Communities: By supporting the FJMC, you are investing in the strength and vitality of Jewish communities, both locally and globally.

Leadership Development: FJMC provides opportunities for Jewish men to develop their leadership skills and take on leadership roles within their communities.

Inclusion and Diversity: FJMC is committed to remaining inclusive and welcoming environments for all Jewish men, regardless of color, sexual orientation or disability

Lifelong Friendships and Relationships: FJMC provides opportunities for Jewish men to form meaningful friendships and relationships that can last a lifetime.

Support for Israel: FJMC promotes Israel programming, helping members and their families support Israel and work to influence it to be open to the ideals of the movement.

Access to Resources and Programming: FJMC provides resources and programming to help Men’s Clubs develop and implement new and innovative ideas, and to expand their activities.

Forming meaningful relationships based on camaraderie, common interests and core values. FJMC, a partnership of over 200 affiliated…

Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs.