The CEO's Chai Society
CEO Patty Simonson invites JCC members and friends to join the Chai Society!
Join the CEO’s Chai Society and Support the JCC with a Monthly Gift!
In Hebrew, “chai” means “life.” The word, which consists of the two Hebrew letters chet and yud is an important symbol in Judaism, often appearing on jewelry and in art. In addition, it is the numerical equivalent of 18. This is because each Hebrew letter has a numerical value, the sum of chet (numerical value of 8) and yud (numerical value of 10) is 18. As a result of its connection to the word for life, the number 18 is considered a special number in Jewish tradition. For this reason, Jews frequently make gifts or charitable contributions in multiples of $18.
Starting at just $18 a month, Chai Society members will help us provide programs and services for infants, children, families, older adults, and everyone in between. A donation to the J immediately makes an impact today and for the future!
Why Become a Monthly Giver?
- Monthly giving is convenient; You don’t have to write a check, find a stamp or an envelope to mail in your gift, or go online to our donation page.
- Monthly giving is easy to budget for; $18 a month really adds up! The power of exponential giving is real, and more monthly giving members means more support for the programs you love most.
- Monthly giving makes an immediate impact on the JCC, our members, and our community – this reliable and sustainable income helps us to plan and respond to needs as they arise. From providing more scholarships to early childhood families, to improving the member experience through new additions like our lobby coffee machines, a monthly gift helps your dollar go further.
Questions?
Contact our CEO, Patty Simonson, at [email protected] or 716-204-2073.