As we light the candles this Chanukah, we’re reminded of the incredible power of perseverance, faith, and the enduring impact of our actions. The story of Chanukah teaches us that even a small spark of determination can ignite greatness, much like the legacy you create through your generosity and vision.
Chanukah is a time of miracles and resilience—values that resonate deeply with the work of the Atlanta Jewish Foundation. This season, we’re inspired by how we can channel our communal strength into transformative action. Just as the Maccabees fought for their beliefs, our commitment to aligning philanthropy with Jewish values fuels a brighter future for Jewish Atlanta and beyond.
This year, we’ve taken bold steps to embody these ideals, including significantly increasing our investment in JLens’ Jewish Advocacy Strategy. This move reflects our dedication to ensuring that the financial resources of our community align with Jewish priorities and support Israel. Like the enduring flame of the menorah, this initiative exemplifies how we can blend financial strategy with meaningful impact, amplifying the power of tzedakah and advocacy.
At the same time, the incredible story of NVIDIA’s growth, as highlighted in the Atlanta Jewish Times, reminds us of the opportunities we have to turn innovation into acts of generosity. Leveraging appreciated assets like NVIDIA stock for charitable giving is a modern way to bring light into the world, allowing us to maximize the resources that fuel our community’s growth and resilience.
As we celebrate this season of light and miracles, let us reflect on the ways we can build a stronger, more vibrant Jewish future. Whether through your donor-advised fund or by exploring new opportunities to make an impact, the Atlanta Jewish Foundation is here to guide you in turning your passion into purposeful change. Together, we can illuminate the path forward for generations to come.
To learn more about these impactful initiatives, you can read the full articles on both the JLens investment and NVIDIA below.
Thank you for being part of this journey and for all the ways you help keep our community strong. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous Chanukah, a Happy New Year, and a season filled with light, hope, and inspiration. Let’s continue to build our legacy, one spark at a time.
Lindsay
AJF has taken a bold step in aligning its financial resources with Jewish values by significantly increasing its investment in JLens’ Jewish Advocacy Strategy. This move channels 20% of AJF’s large-cap U.S. public equity exposure into a mission-aligned investment approach that advocates for Jewish priorities and supports Israel through shareholder advocacy. The initiative enhances AJF’s goal of creating meaningful impact and provides donors with an empowering way to align their philanthropy with Jewish communal values.
Lindsay Kopecky views the decision as a transformative shift, stating that donors are thrilled to see their funds mission-aligned and actively supporting Jewish advocacy. She emphasized that JLens’ approach resonates deeply with the aspirations of the Foundation’s charitable fund holders and community, reflecting a broader vision of combining financial performance with impactful, values-driven investment. This initiative sets a powerful example of how Jewish institutions can lead in aligning financial strategies with communal priorities. Learn more here.
A new Atlanta Jewish Times article “NVIDIA: When is Enough Profit … Enough?” by Marcia Caller Jaffe examines NVIDIA’s extraordinary financial growth, emphasizing its strategic expansion into artificial intelligence and collaborations with major cloud providers. Known for revolutionizing the tech world with its cutting-edge graphics processing units (GPUs) and AI innovations, NVIDIA also has a significant presence in Israel, including the acquisition of Mellanox Technologies and the contributions of its 4,000 employees in the region. Additionally, the article features insights from Ghila Sanders, Managing Director of Philanthropic Advisory for the Atlanta Jewish Foundation, who discusses how donors are leveraging appreciated stocks like NVIDIA to enhance their charitable giving through donor-advised funds. To read the full article on NVIDIA, click here.
Yad Ezra V’Shulamit We take a holistic approach to solving poverty in Israel. Our distribution program provides hundreds of needy children and teens with essentials like warm coats, winter boots, school bags, and school supplies every year. We also give hundreds of warm blankets and heaters before winter so that the children whose parents can’t afford the basics will still manage through the cold winter.
Open Doors Atlanta Our mission is to ensure that homes will always be available for the most vulnerable and underserved people who are experiencing, exiting or at risk of homelessness.
Free Rent ATL brings awareness to the widening wealth gap and offers crucial support to challenged renting families in the Atlanta community. Through FreeRentATL and our 501(c)(3) nonprofit Roots Community Assistance Fund, we’ve expanded our reach throughout the community.
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