Jewish Future Promise Unites 150K Signees

The Jewish Future Promise (JFP) announced that more than 150,000 people worldwide have pledged $5.9 billion to secure the future of Jewish life, philanthropy, and the State of Israel. The milestone comes amid a global rise in antisemitism and follows the second anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks, underscoring the growing urgency to preserve Jewish identity and values for generations to come.

“Reaching 150,000 promisers is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when the Jewish people unite around a shared purpose,” said JFP Founder Mike Leven. “You don’t learn how to give unless you’re exposed to givers. My philanthropic foundation was my grandfather. Every Friday, he would drop a dime or a dollar into the Jewish National Fund box at our door; whatever he had, he gave to help others. That lesson stuck with me. Years later, mentors like Bernie Marcus and Sheldon Adelson broadened that sense of responsibility and helped spark the Jewish Future Promise. Each promise represents a commitment not only to the future of Jewish life, but to the moral and spiritual legacy that binds us as a people. Whether it’s a dime in a JNF box or $10 million from a donor-advised fund, contributing to others is a privilege, and our goal remains to inspire millions to make this promise and secure a vibrant Jewish future.”

“This is more than a milestone; it’s a reflection of what happens when the Jewish people come together around a shared purpose,” said Hadara Ishak, president of Jewish Future Promise. “Each promise represents not only a commitment to the future of Jewish life, but to the legacy of giving that connects generations. From the small acts of kindness we witness growing up to the larger commitments we make as adults, each is part of the same sacred thread of responsibility and care. Our focus is on deepening engagement, strengthening our global community, and inspiring new generations to give with purpose, pride, and an enduring connection to the Jewish people and Israel.”

The funds promised through JFP are earmarked to support a wide range of Jewish causes, including educational initiatives, community development, social services, and cultural preservation, both in local communities and the State of Israel. Notable foundations, such as the Charles & Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation, the Marcus Foundation, and the deToledo Family Fund, have contributed significantly to this historic achievement.

JFP is a powerful response to a 2017 study that found a mere 11 percent of donations from key Jewish benefactors were invested in Jewish causes. JFP is a catalyst for change, and through its efforts, JFP has created an alliance of philanthropic family foundations, individuals, and families to secure billions in future commitments for various Jewish causes.

The Jewish Future Promise does not receive any of the pledged funds directly. Instead, it serves as a catalyst for meaningful intergenerational dialogue, inspiring families to reflect on their values, discuss their legacies, and ensure that a significant portion of their estate or planned giving supports the Jewish community and the State of Israel. Beyond the financial commitments, JFP’s true impact lies in the conversations it sparks between generations, as parents, children, and grandchildren share their stories, beliefs, and hopes for the Jewish people. Through these exchanges, JFP strengthens the continuity of Jewish giving, identity, and purpose for generations to come.

For more information, please visit, www.jewishfuturepromise.org and www.jewishyouthpromise.org.