About The Birmingham Jewish Foundation
The Birmingham Jewish Foundation has partnered with our donors to strengthen our community and to improve the lives of Jews at home, in Israel and throughout the world. The Birmingham Jewish Foundation maintains funds to plan for the future of our community and region, with income being used to meet pressing needs today. The Birmingham Jewish Foundation is a supporting foundation of The Birmingham Jewish Federation, partnering with them to support endeavors that enrich Jewish life, support Israel, help all people in need, and build a better Birmingham.
HOME
Many of our grants are allocated to the betterment of our own communities through many local programs within and around the Birmingham Community.
ISRAEL
The Jewish connection to Israel is rooted in 5000 years of history. Support for the current and future well-being of the Jewish people of Israel is essential.
WORLD
With an abundance of opportunities to impact lives worldwide, the Foundation takes pride in funding the needs of Jews in their communities around the world.
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Our Valued Partners
Supporting the Jewish community, local causes, Israel, and global initiatives.
We are proud to collaborate with remarkable partner organizations. Explore our partners below, and click on the organization’s name for more details about their mission and work.
 Birmingham Jewish community's central fundraiser, community relations and community development agency. |  Comprehensive social services and outreach and education programs to both the Jewish and general community. |  Strives to create a family community of learners who value lifelong study, respect human diversity, and are able to make informed choices about their lives. |
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 Family oriented recreational and educational facility impacting more than 130,000 members of the Birmingham community annually. |  Educating the people of Alabama about the history and lessons of the Holocaust in order to create a more just and compassionate world. |  Dream Street is a five day, four night camping program for children with disabilities. |
 Knesseth Israel (KI) Congregation is the only Orthodox Jewish synagogue in the state of Alabama and the first Orthodox organization to organize in Birmingham in 1889. |  One of the oldest Reform congregations in the Union for Reform Judaism inhabiting the oldest synagogue in continuous use in Alabama. |  Programs and activities designed to teach teens about philanthropic giving, engage them in charitable work and educate them about various Jewish charitable organizations. |
 Center for Jewish life on the campus of the University of Alabama. Religious home away from home. |  Center for Jewish life on the campus of Auburn University. Religious home away from home. |
GIVE TO CAMP DREAM STREET, MS
Dream Street is a five day, four night camping program for children with physical disabilities. It's mission is that all children, regardless of their abilities, must be offered the chance to have fun, to make new friends, to achieve, to be accepted for who and what they are, and to learn from the challenges of group life. The camp is held on the grounds of URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp in Utica, MS and is sponsored by NFTY’s Southern Region.
FUND TYPES
Create a fund tailored to your charitable goals with the Birmingham Jewish Foundation. We’ll guide you in establishing a legacy that reflects your values, ensuring that your family name or chosen name endures through the generations. Let us help you shape a lasting impact for the causes you care about.
 Perpetual funds for unmet needs supporting important programs and projects in our community. |  A fund for a particular agency, specific community needs, or purposes such as senior adult services or youth programs. |  A fund that allows donors to contribute funds, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to charities over time. |
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 A separate family foundation affiliated with and working in conjunction with the Birmingham Jewish Foundation and Federation. |  Perpetual funds for supporting the Birmingham Jewish Federation Annual Campaign. |  Forever gift to the Birmingham Jewish Federation from International sisterhood of women activists dedicated to the future of Jewish people. |
TESTIMONIALS
"What a blessing for our community to witness the 36th anniversary of the Birmingham Jewish Foundation...created for all of us to enjoy a multitude of enriching opportunities today while saving for our collective hopes and dreams into the future."
- Amy Saag -
2010-2013 President
"Caring and sharing is the essence of tzedakah and The Birmingham Jewish Foundation gives us the opportunity to participate in this Mitzvah."
- Micky Rubenstein -
1996-1999 President
"We are continually writing our epitaphs, and the best way to show the next generation what is truly important to us, is by leaving funds in the Foundation to promote those values."
- Suzanne Bearman -
2004-2006 President
CONTACT
The Birmingham Jewish Foundation would love to hear from you! Let us know how we can partner with you on your investment in the future of our community, Israel and the world.
GENERAL INFORMATION
OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-5pm
Friday, 8:30am-4pm
Saturday & Sunday closed
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