Next Gen Giving Levels

Next Gen, a division of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, serves as the entry point for young adults in their 20s and 30s to become involved in Greater Washington’s Jewish community. We invite you to explore the many ways you can get involved and make your impact through Next Gen. Our giving levels provide a variety of ways to discover how your gift will help us build a brighter, stronger, and more vibrant Jewish future.

Your support of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington enables us to touch, change and save thousands of lives locally, in Israel, and around the globe, fostering a thriving Jewish community for years to come.

Ben-Gurion Society (BGS): $1,000+

Next Gen’s Ben-Gurion Society is part of a national donor recognition program for young adults who make a contribution of $1,000+ to The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington’s Annual Campaign.

Ben-Gurion Society donors are a part of a vibrant network of thousands of men and women across North America who are making an impactful difference in our community, in Israel and around the world.

The impact of your gift:

  • Holocaust survivors living in our area get monthly food stipends and financial assistance.
  • Elderly Jews in war-torn Ukraine get food, medicine and emergency shelter.
  • Secure financial aid for children of all backgrounds to attend Jewish day school.
  • Secure continued support for adults with special needs to live in MD, DC and VA group homes.
  • Homebound seniors in our area receive kosher meals delivered to their doors.
  • Ensure continued support for innovative Jewish community programming that engages those of all ages, backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities into Jewish life
  • And so much more…

As a part of BGS, you can:

  • Make an extraordinary impact to improve the lives of thousands locally and in 70+ countries around the world.
  • Be a part of a community of Greater Washington’s most influential leaders.
  • Gain access to unique travel experiences around the world.
  • Get exclusive access to Federation programming.
  • Be a part of special, invite-only Federation events solely for Ben-Gurion Society members.

Double Chai Society: $360 – $999

Next Gen’s Double Chai Society unites young adults who make an annual contribution of $360 – $999 to The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington’s Annual Campaign. Double Chai Society donors share a passionate commitment to building a stronger Jewish future and set an inspiring standard for philanthropic giving in the young adult community.

The impact of your gift:

  • Secures continued support for adults with special needs to live in MD, DC and VA group homes.
  • Provides funding for Jewish youth groups so thousands of teens can strengthen their Jewish identities.
  • Ensures that children, teens and families receive mental health counseling to cope with life’s challenges.
  • Provides chronically jobless Israelis with employment assistance and training to enter the workforce.

As a part of the Double Chai Society, you can:

  • Improve the lives of thousands locally, in Israel and in more than 70 countries around the world.
  • Receive exclusive access to Federation events.
  • Build meaningful relationships with peers who share a passion for our Jewish community.

Chai Society: $180 – $359

Next Gen’s Chai Society unites young adults who make an annual contribution of $180 – $359 to The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington’s Annual Campaign.

Chai Society donors are making a positive impact on our Jewish future locally, in Israel, and around the world.

The impact of your gift:

  • Elderly Jews in war-torn Ukraine get food, medicine and emergency shelter.
  • Abused women in Jewish communities around the world access shelter and counseling.
  • Children with special needs experience Jewish summer camp alongside their peers.
  • Homebound seniors in our area receive kosher meals delivered to their doors.
  • Ensure continued support for DC-area young adults to experience Birthright Israel trips.

As a part of the Chai Society, you will:

  • Build meaningful relationships with peers who share a passion for our Jewish community.
  • Gain exclusive access to Federation events.
  • Make an extraordinary impact to improve the lives of thousands locally and in 70+countries around the world.