Pomegranate Society

The Pomegranate Society recognizes women who make a commitment of $1,800-$4,999 to the Annual Campaign in their own name. The pomegranate is a symbol of a woman's commitment to and compassion for the Jewish people. This giving level represents the best of what Federation does - bringing together like-minded donors to do a world of good.

One of the seven fruits named in the Bible, the pomegranate is said to contain 613 seeds, one for each of the mitzvot, or commandments, found in the Torah. Are you interested in joining the Pomegranate Society? Contact us for more information.

Lion of Judah

Lion of Judah is an international group of philanthropic Jewish women who care deeply about the Jewish future and give a generous gift of, at minimum, $5,000.

Lions of Judah are leaders who inspire others to give back, strengthen the Jewish people, and make the world a better place for all. Are you interested in becoming a Lion? Contact us today for more information.

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Allocations

Through your generosity, we provide critical assistance to local Hebrew Schools, Levey Day School, the Maine Jewish Film Festival, and many other local organizations and groups that help to support the vibrancy and continuity of Jewish life in Maine. Last year, the Southern Maine Jewish community's support of the Annual Federated Campaign made it possible for the JCA to allocate over $170,000 to organizations doing amazing work in Maine and worldwide.

In recent years, in addition to supporting local organizations, we've supported many overseas that work to address some of the most critical issues of our time. Including HIAS, Hand in Hand, a domestic violence shelter in Jerusalem, Yad L'kashish/Lifeline for the Old.

Allocations 2022

Local Organizations 12%

Overseas Allocations 28%

Jewish Federation of North America 28%

Local Education 32%