614::HBI eZINE - How Do Jewish Women Give?


	How Do Jewish Women Give? Many of us were taught that tzedakah (charity) is mandatory for Jews, and Jewish tradition says we should give at least 10 percent of our income to charity. But nobody really talks to us about how to give money, or how to even think about it when our paycheck comes in. Who do we give to? Why? Are there specific considerations as a Jewish woman? We created this issue to offer some ideas and strategies for developing guidelines that work for you. Michelle Cove, Editor, mcove@brandeis.edu

"Women's issues usually don't come to the table unless women bring them forward,
so here, too, we have a special responsibility to support these issues."

—Susan Stern, Former President, National Women's Philanthropy, UJC

	Jewish Women's Philanthropy: The Big Picture Many women love having the money to make change—and are busy figuring out how to give the most bang for their buck.

	Who Should Get Your Money? One seasoned philanthropist shares her strategy for deciding who will get her donation dollars.

	My Complicated Relationship with Phil One 20-something explains the ups and downs of her personal connection to Jewish philanthropy.

	10 Commandments on Picking a Charity How to make absolutely sure your charity of choice is legit.

	Dual Loyalties How the field of Jewish women's philanthropy has divided into two categories.

	Making Philanthropy Cool How one Jewish leader is fighting materialism, and making the concept of philanthropy appealing to teen girls.

	Resources Read more

614: The HBI eZine was founded by Annie Sandler,
and this issue is a gift of HBI board member, Jane Zolot.

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