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The All-In-One-Campaign

The Greater Des Moines Jewish Community is a family. Even if we don’t all know each other, we take care of each other. This is the Jewish way. We invest in our children. We demand justice for those who cannot advocate for themselves. We make certain our elderly have the best care possible. And when our fellow Jews are in crisis, we are there. We live generously.

Serving as an umbrella for the Des Moines Jewish community, the Federation carefully examines local and overseas priority needs and allocates accordingly. Because Federation giving touches so many lives, one gift is maximized to support many programs that ensure a strong and vibrant Jewish community.

Your giving does a world of good. Please increase your gift this year to the All-in-One Campaign.

Lion of Judah

Women's Philanthropy

The Lion of Judah Society

Our Women’s Philanthropy Division promotes the philanthropic and humanitarian efforts of the Federation through programs of education, volunteer activities and participation in the annual fundraising campaign.

Learn more about the honored Lion of Judah women's constituency.

The Pomegranate Constituency

The Pomegranate was chosen as the symbol by the United Jewish Communities Women's Constituency because it is one of the seven fruits the Torah mentions.

Learn more about our esteemed Pomegranate group.

Tribute Program

Honor a Special Occasion or Remember a Loved One

What do you hold close to your heart?  Special moments in time create lifetime memories.  You can honor one of life's simchas or remember a loved one through the Tribute Program offered by the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines and the Des Moines Jewish Foundation. Click here to download a copy of the brochure and form to mail in with a check.  Click here to submit your tribute online by using a credit card.

Donate Now!

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What's In It For You: The Less Tangible Benefits of Giving

Tzedakah literally means justice or righteousness. It is usually translated, somewhat inaccurately, according to Rabbi Joseph Telushkin, as charity. But we believe charity is one important way that we can pursue justice.Professor Reuven Kimelman wrote in Tzedakah and Us, that, "Tzedakah may not save us, but it makes us worth saving." And it's true, contributing to the well being of others is at the center of the Jewish being. It's as easy as 1, 2, 3. The Talmud describes the different levels of tzedakah and Rambam organized them into a list. more