Society of Life

Since its founding in 2005, the Society of Life has recognized donors who give $1,800 or more annually in support of Jewish Family Service of Dallas’ wide range of expert mental health and social services. These sustaining contributions make it possible for us to offer services on a sliding fee scale—sometimes as low as $0—ensuring that no client is ever turned away due to inability to pay.

Donor giving is cumulative (excluding in-kind donations) throughout our fiscal year, which begins August 1 and ends July 31.

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L’Dor V’Dor Society

L’Dor V’Dor translates to “from generation to generation.” Donors who contribute $1,800 annually to JFS Dallas and $1,800 to the JFS Dallas Foundation campaign receive special recognition throughout the year as members of the L’Dor V’Dor Society. By supporting both the agency and the foundation, these donors help sustain vital services today while ensuring JFS Dallas can continue meeting the community’s needs for generations to come.

Learn more about the JFS Dallas Foundation

FAQs

  • Is this going to cut down on the number of requests I receive from JFS Dallas?

    Yes. With a Fall and Spring Appeal as our focus, our plan is that donors will not just be giving to multiple solicitations at smaller amounts but rather “investing” in Jewish Family Service with a single gift each year. Donors will still receive information about upcoming JFS Dallas events and activities throughout the year, building our relationships with them.

  • What about gifts I make to events that JFS Dallas is part of like North Texas Giving Day?

    Those gifts will all be counted towards your cumulative giving for the year. 

  • I am usually a sponsor for the annual fundraising event. Will my name still be listed as a sponsor?

    Your name will still be listed, but you are no longer only an event sponsor, you are a supporter of JFS Dallas at the cumulative level of your giving. That listing will remain consistent for the entire fiscal year in all public communications and the Annual Report.

  • What about Corporate Event Sponsorships or those who just want to support the events?

    All support for the event is considered unrestricted funds to the agency. We will still promote and actively pursue corporate and additional event sponsorships for the event with the added bonus that these donors will also receive additional agency benefits, furthering their involvement with JFS Dallas.

  • Can you tell me what I have given in the past?

    Absolutely! Please reach out to our Development team at 469-206-1675. We will be able to walk you through your giving history.

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THANK YOU

Your donation today means a world of difference in our community tomorrow.

The breadth and depth of what we provide at JFS Dallas is unparalleled. Where else can you find a nonprofit that offers comprehensive health services like primary medical care, therapeutic yoga as part of cancer support services, employment resources for veterans, play therapy, and diagnostic testing for children with special needs, and services for Holocaust survivors all under one roof? Many clients utilize multiple services because few challenges exist in isolation. Your gift will help children, adults, and families rise above and thrive. 

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