APRIL 2024 NEWSLETTER

LIVESTREAM EVENT: ARCHBISHOP OF JERUSALEM TO PREACH AT CHRIST CHURCH GREENWICH, CT ON APRIL 14 @ 10am ET

We are thrilled to invite you to tune in for a special livestream on Sunday, April 14, when Archbishop Hosam Naoum will deliver a powerful sermon during the 10 am ET service at Christ Church Greenwich. Following the service, the Archbishop will be participating in a discussion forum at 11:15 am ET titled "The Living Stones of the Holy Land: Hopes and Aspirations," also available via livestream.

Livestream details for Sunday, April 14th with Archbishop Hosam

Preaching at the 10:00 am ET service

Discussion Forum at 11:15 am ET



Register here to receive the links to the livesteam and forum live and on-demand.

We invite you to be a beacon of hope in a land where hope is in critically short supply. To make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, please consider making a donation designated "where the need is greatest" by visiting www.afedj.org/give/give-online or by sending your contribution payable to "AFEDJ" directly via mail: 25 Old Kings Hwy No., Suite 13, Darien, CT 06820. Your generosity is the lifeblood that sustains our mission.

BE THE DIFFERENCE - SUPPORT AFEDJ THIS SPRING

Embark on a journey of transformation with AFEDJ through our “Renewing Hope” Spring Campaign. This season, we ask you to extend your support to the crucial humanitarian initiatives led by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem throughout the Holy Land. As we enjoy Eastertide and celebrate the return of Spring—a time symbolizing renewal, hope, and unity—we invite you to be a part of this meaningful campaign. Donate today to make a lasting impact.

Download this flyer to spread the word and raise awareness for our affiliated humanitarian institutions in the Diocese of Jerusalem during Eastertide. Thank you for being a beacon of hope!

AFEDJ MAKES IT EASY TO GIVE THROUGH YOUR DONOR-ADVISED FUND (DAF)

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable giving account established by an individual, family, or organization through a qualified sponsoring organization. Donors contribute to the fund, typically receiving an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from the fund to qualified charitable organizations like AFEDJ over time. Contributions made from your DAF can be sent via wire or ACH transfer or via a mailed check payable to "AFEDJ."

DAFs offer a strategic and flexible approach to philanthropy, allowing you to centralize your charitable giving, receive tax benefits, and make informed decisions about when and where to distribute funds to support causes that you care about. Contributing through your DAF is a quick and straightforward process, offering you the ability to make a gift that provides an immediate tax deduction while giving you full control over how the funds are invested.

Give directly from your DAF by clicking the button below:

If you are a financial advisor suggesting DAF grants on behalf of AFEDJ, please work with your specific financial institutions or connect with us directly by emailing Sarah Schofield-Mansur (sarah@afedj.org). Your partnership ensures a seamless process in channeling support towards our mission in the Holy Land.

INTERESTED IN CREATING A DAF?

Opening a DAF is a quick and easy process. Many large investment firms, including Fidelity, Charles Schwab, and Vanguard, offer the option to open a DAF online. Create your DAF today and start reaping the tax benefits! AFEDJ’s Tax ID/EIN is 59-6155008.

GOING TO GENERAL CONVENTION THIS SUMMER?

Let AFEDJ know by filling out this form so we can say hello! We hope to see you there.

The 81st General Convention of the Episcopal Church will meet in Louisville, KY from June 23 – 28, 2024.

CURRENT UPDATES

AFEDJ is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Gaza and the Middle East. To stay informed about events and our ongoing efforts, we encourage you to visit our regularly updated blog here.

BECOME A MONTHLY DONOR

Join the Olive Tree Circle, our new community of monthly donors committed to sustaining the vital ministries of the Diocese of Jerusalem.

WHERE THE NEED IS GREATEST

Donations designated for "where the need is greatest" enable AFEDJ to meet urgent needs and respond to emerging opportunities.

DESIGNATED GIFTS

100% of designated donations go directly to the institution you specify.

GIVE ONLINE

Use our secure online portal to set up recurring gifts or make a one-time donation.

GIVE THROUGH THE MAIL

Send your check payable to "AFEDJ" to: 25 Old Kings Hwy No., Suite 13, Darien, CT 06820.

MATCHING GIFTS

Many companies match their employees’ charitable contributions. Consider matching funds to double your gift.

DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS

Do you have a donor advised fund? Consider AFEDJ as a beneficiary of your generosity.

BECOME A JERUSALEM SAINT

Your legacy gift ensures Diocese of Jerusalem ministries will serve the next generation and beyond.

LEARN MORE AT AFEDJ.ORG/GIVE

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF JERUSALEM

www.afedj.org

AFEDJ offers a safe, secure channel to make gifts to support the work of the humanitarian institutions of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem.