A Partnership Between Jewish Communal Fund and OLAM
Jewish Communal Fund and OLAM have come together to empower Fundholders with a deeper, more impactful way to engage in global giving. Rooted in shared values of chesed (loving-kindness), tzedek (justice), and kavod habriyot (human dignity), this partnership reflects a joint commitment to addressing urgent humanitarian needs around the world—while elevating the role of Jewish philanthropy on the global stage.
Together, we’re proud to introduce the Global Giving Guide, a digital resource designed to help you give more intentionally and effectively, guided by Jewish values and global best practices.
Your Resource for Purposeful Global Philanthropy
The Global Giving Guide offers practical tools, thoughtful frameworks, and inspiring stories to help you:
- Clarify your values and explore how Jewish tradition informs global responsibility
- Identify pressing global needs and learn how your philanthropy can meet them
- Evaluate organizations based on responsible, community-centered impact
- Use your Donor Advised Fund (DAF) to give strategically and respond swiftly in times of crisis
- Connect with Jewish and Israeli organizations making a difference in vulnerable communities around the world
Whether you’re new to global giving or looking to deepen your impact, this guide will help you align your giving with your values and amplify your reach across borders.
Featured in the Guide:
- A curated directory of OLAM’s 75+ partner organizations working in sectors like humanitarian aid, refugee support, global health, gender equality, climate resilience, and more
- Insights from Jewish philanthropists leading global efforts
- Strategies for giving with cultural sensitivity, ethical partnership, and long-term sustainability
About OLAM
OLAM is a network of Jewish organizations and individuals working in international development, humanitarian aid, and global service. With 75+ partners in over 80 countries, OLAM strengthens Jewish engagement with the world’s most pressing challenges and creates bridges between funders and effective, ethical, Jewish-led organizations.