American Jewish World Service - AJWS
Inspired by the Jewish commitment to justice, we work to realize human rights and end poverty in the developing world.
American Jewish World Service (AJWS) is the leading Jewish organization working to fight poverty and defend human rights in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. We respond to pressing global issues—from disasters, authoritarianism and the climate crisis, to the persecution of women and minorities worldwide. With Jewish values and a global reach, AJWS is making a difference in millions of lives.
AJWS employs a three-part strategy to multiply our impact: We fund social change organizations working on key areas of human rights. We accompany our grantees with coaching, skill-building and resources, and bring them together to scale up their work and strengthen social movements. Meanwhile, in Washington and internationally, we advocate for laws and policies that promote global human rights. Together, we strive to bring a more just and equitable world closer for all.
Fundraisers
Fundraiser by Juliet Pesner
Juliet's Birthday Fundraiser for AJWS
For my birthday this year, I'm asking friends and family to join me in supporting American Jewish World Service (AJWS) — an organization close to my heart that is empowering grassroots organizers and defending human rights around the world. AJWS is a grantmaking organization that partners directly with local activists and community leaders in over 15 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean who are on the ground promoting civil & political rights, sexual health & rights, land, water, & climate justice, and humanitarian & disaster response. Your donation of any size helps fund grassroots movements, empower women and LGBTQ+ people, and protect communities facing persecution or displacement. As a trustee of AJWS, I've been able to meet incredible grantee partners leading the fight for LGBTQ+ rights in Kenya, delivering critical healthcare supplies when need is exacerbated by U.S. foreign aid cuts, and standing up for human rights in El Salvador. Please join me in supporting these and many more heroes fighting every day for a more just and compassionate world. You can find more information at ajws.org .
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Donors
Luis E Viceira Tate DeVito Julia Cutler Peter Bearse