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WE EMPOWER
WEE EENGAGE W NGAGE
WE ADVOCATE
• The most vulnerable families, the elderly and adults with disabilities to achieve independence and a better quality of life through programming and support
• Fa Families with young children in J e Jewish life through community events a n activities and
• For a safe and secure Israel today and tomorrow
•K Kids, teens and parents in Jewish learning that’s relevant, new and creative
• For the health and wellness of struggling communities in Israel and overseas through education, social services and wellness programs
• Volunteers to make a bigger difference in our community • Organizations to create job opportunities and vocational training for disadvantaged people in Boston
• College students in a thriving Jewish life on campus • Young adults in a vibrant, innovative Jewish community with social, volunteer and leadership opportunities
• For stronger connections between people, businesses and schools in Boston and Israel, creating longlasting partnerships that benefit both communities
• Interfaith families in a welcoming, inclusive Jewish community, offering events, resources and ways to connect
To learn more about CJP’s work, visit cjp.org/ourwork
1 Let’s talk about C-J-P. 10 Walk the walk. Make your own gift! Share your decision-making process with donors, and why you increased your gift.
Many in our community don’t realize how CJP makes a difference in their lives – supporting synagogues, education, social service agencies and hundreds of programs right here in Greater Boston. Tell them!
2 Make ’em proud. Donors want to feel good about their philanthropy! Share impact stories and CJP’s latest work to inspire them and make them proud to support CJP.
9 Have your people call our people. CJP staff want to meet your friends, neighbors, business associates, family… you name it. From corporate sponsorships and leadership roles to investment opportunities and volunteer work, people are our greatest asset.
3 Give yourself a pop quiz.
TOPP 10 TO
CAMPAIGN 8 Silence is
TIPS 4 Beat the clock.
golden.
Donors need time to think. Start now so you can get them from a ‘maybe’ to a ‘yes.’
Ugh… the dreaded silence when you ask a donor to make a gift. Don’t fill the silence! Wait for a response and give him/her a chance to think.
5 Get some face time.
7 There’s only one way — and it’s up. Just as critical as securing a gift, is securing an increase. As community needs continue to grow, so does the cost of doing business. Gift increases offset those costs and help us make the biggest possible difference.
Quick question – do YOU know why you support CJP? Know your own story – why you give and why it’s important. Your passion will build the case for others to give. Use our guide to build your story on cjp.org/campaigntools.
6 Don’t be a stranger. Invite donors to CJP events, forward them impact stories from CJP News, connect them to a CJP professional or suggest a networking group from cjp.org/joinagroup.
Ask if you can hand-deliver information on this year’s campaign. For materials, please contact a CJP development officer.
WEE EENGAGE W NGAGE
WE ADVOCATE
• The most vulnerable families, the elderly and adults with disabilities to achieve independence and a better quality of life through programming and support
• Fa Families with young children in J e Jewish life through community events a n activities and
• For a safe and secure Israel today and tomorrow
•K Kids, teens and parents in Jewish learning that’s relevant, new and creative
• For the health and wellness of struggling communities in Israel and overseas through education, social services and wellness programs
• Volunteers to make a bigger difference in our community • Organizations to create job opportunities and vocational training for disadvantaged people in Boston
• College students in a thriving Jewish life on campus • Young adults in a vibrant, innovative Jewish community with social, volunteer and leadership opportunities
• For stronger connections between people, businesses and schools in Boston and Israel, creating longlasting partnerships that benefit both communities
• Interfaith families in a welcoming, inclusive Jewish community, offering events, resources and ways to connect
To learn more about CJP’s work, visit cjp.org/ourwork
1 Let’s talk about C-J-P. 10 Walk the walk. Make your own gift! Share your decision-making process with donors, and why you increased your gift.
Many in our community don’t realize how CJP makes a difference in their lives – supporting synagogues, education, social service agencies and hundreds of programs right here in Greater Boston. Tell them!
2 Make ’em proud. Donors want to feel good about their philanthropy! Share impact stories and CJP’s latest work to inspire them and make them proud to support CJP.
9 Have your people call our people. CJP staff want to meet your friends, neighbors, business associates, family… you name it. From corporate sponsorships and leadership roles to investment opportunities and volunteer work, people are our greatest asset.
3 Give yourself a pop quiz.
TOPP 10 TO
CAMPAIGN 8 Silence is
TIPS 4 Beat the clock.
golden.
Donors need time to think. Start now so you can get them from a ‘maybe’ to a ‘yes.’
Ugh… the dreaded silence when you ask a donor to make a gift. Don’t fill the silence! Wait for a response and give him/her a chance to think.
5 Get some face time.
7 There’s only one way — and it’s up. Just as critical as securing a gift, is securing an increase. As community needs continue to grow, so does the cost of doing business. Gift increases offset those costs and help us make the biggest possible difference.
Quick question – do YOU know why you support CJP? Know your own story – why you give and why it’s important. Your passion will build the case for others to give. Use our guide to build your story on cjp.org/campaigntools.
6 Don’t be a stranger. Invite donors to CJP events, forward them impact stories from CJP News, connect them to a CJP professional or suggest a networking group from cjp.org/joinagroup.
Ask if you can hand-deliver information on this year’s campaign. For materials, please contact a CJP development officer.
