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Jewish National Fund Sponsorship Proposal for Jnf’S Law and Justice Mission November 15-19, 2015 What Is Jnf? JEWISH NATIONAL FUND SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL FOR JNF’S LAW AND JUSTICE MISSION NOVEMBER 15-19, 2015 WHAT IS JNF? JEWISH NATIONAL FUND gives all generations of Jews a unique voice in building a prosperous future for the land of Israel and its people. JEWISH NATIONAL FUND (JNF) began in 1901 as a dream and vision to reestablish a homeland in Israel for Jewish people everywhere. Jews the world over collected coins in iconic JNF Blue Boxes, purchasing land and planting trees until ultimately, their dream of a Jewish homeland was a reality. Today, JNF continues to give all generations a unique voice in building and ensuring the prosperity of the land of Israel through their generosity and partnership with the people of Israel. JNF embodies both heart and action; our work is varied in scope but singular in benefit. We strive to bring an enhanced quality of life to all of Israel’s residents, and translate these advancements to the world beyond. JNF is greening the desert with millions of trees, building thousands of parks, creating new communities and cities for generations of Israelis to call home, bolstering Israel’s water supply, helping develop innovative arid-agriculture techniques, and educating both young and old about the founding and importance of Israel and Zionism. JNF is a registered 501(c)(3) organization and United Nations NGO, which continuously earns top ratings from charity overseers. 2 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND | Sponsorship proposal for JNF’s Law and Justice Mission About JNF Lawyers for Israel Society LFI event in New York City LFI breakfast in Boston The Lawyers for Israel (LFI) Society is one of JNF’s cornerstone affinity groups. LFI members are leading lawyers and judges from across the United States who share a commitment to JNF and an interest in growing their professional and personal networks. LFI has grown to over 400 members in 23 states. Members are required to donate a minimum of $1,000 per year. As a society, LFI members contributed more than $1.3 million to JNF during the 2014 fiscal year. Lawyers for Israel is committed to offering timely and thought-provoking programming to LFI members nationally and locally. The society offers dynamic programming and events, influential speakers, and access to a network of like-minded individuals through the LFI portal on JNF’s website. This year, LFI events and national conference calls featured U.S. Senator Chris Coons from Delaware, Congressman Peter Roskam of Illinois, cyber security expert Professor Isaac Ben-Israel, and celebrity litigator Martin Singer. 3 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND | Sponsorship proposal for JNF’s Law and Justice Mission Jewish National Fund Missions JNF Missions are experiences unlike any other. In addition to visiting many of the cultural, religious and historical highlights of Israel, JNF Missions transcend the boundaries of a standard trip and provide participants with a deeper connection to the land and people of Israel. Through exclusive meetings with high-profile political figures, government officials, top journalists, professional experts and others at the forefront of Israeli society, participants gain inside access to Israel’s top policy makers, opinion shapers and news makers. With access to many sites and places that most tourists are not allowed to visit, participants are guaranteed a unique experience and gain a new perspective on Israel. Parsons Sderot Water Reservoir Furthermore, missions provide a tangible link to JNF’s work and accomplishments in Israel. Although people can learn about JNF’s projects, accomplishments and important work while they are at home, there is nothing like having people see it for themselves, first hand. Additionally, participants have the opportunity to meet the Israelis whose lives are touched by all of JNF’s work. Overall, JNF Missions are intensely emotional, educational and spiritual experiences that provide participants with a lifetime of irreplaceable memories. Mission participants return home with a heightened sense of purpose, a deeper connection to the land and the people of Israel, a newfound understanding of what JNF has accomplished in the past 113 years and how JNF plans to continue its work in the future. 2014 Culinary Mission 4 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND | Sponsorship proposal for JNF’s Law and Justice Mission Israeli Knesset JNF Law & Justice Mission The Itinerary We are currently working on creating a dynamic and engaging itinerary. JNF is excited to offer the first-ever Law and Justice mission to The main highlights will include: Israel in November 2015. • Meet with leading Israeli lawyers, Knesset members, and members of the The mission will bring like-minded individuals to experience Israeli Bar Association. Israel’s judiciary in action. Participants will meet with leading venture capitalist firms and law firms who are seeking to grow • Gain insight into everyday challenges and unique aspects of practicing law in Israel. their businesses and connections with American lawyers and corporations. • Visit the Supreme Court, Ministry of Public Security, National Police Museum/Headquarters, and the Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism There is space for 40-60 lawyers and law enforcement Information Center (all pending confirmation). professionals from around the United States to participate in this • Spend time with soldiers and security experts who protect Israel’s borders. interesting new mission. The chairs of the mission will be Irene and Scott Glass, Tucson, AZ, and Deborah Riegel, Member of • Visit Israel’s leading law schools and meet with professors. Rosenberg & Estis, New York, NY. • Witness the transformation of the Negev and see JNF’s Blueprint Negev campaign come alive. • Enjoy stays at luxury hotels, meals at top restaurants and VIP travel throughout the land of Israel. 5 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND | Sponsorship proposal for JNF’s Law and Justice Mission Sponsorship Opportunities $10,000 - Platinum Level Sponsorship (1 Available) $5,000 - Gold Level Dinner Sponsorship (2 Available) • Opportunity to co-host events around the United States with • Firm or Company name/logo on all LFI materials, which Local LFI Chapters* includes • Firm or Company name to be highlighted in JNF’s magazine • Monthly LFI email to all society members, bi-annual B’Yachad, circulated to nearly 1 million individuals letters to Lawyers in JNF database (over 50,000), and • Firm or Company name/logo on all LFI materials, which mission materials distributed to over 100,000 individuals includes across the United States • Monthly LFI email to all society members, bi-annual letters • Recognition on LFI Society Linkedin group to Lawyers in JNF database (over 50,000), and mission materials distributed to over 100,000 individuals across the • Firm or company name/logo and recognition on mission United States itinerary (for all participants) highlighting sponsorship of • Firm or Company name/logo to be highlighted on the JNF LFI dinner during the LFI mission website from January-December 2015 • Sponsors will be given the opportunity to host mission • Recognition on designated National LFI Conference Call participants at office or a pre-determined venue during the mission for dinner and a cocktail reception • Sponsorship to be highlighted during LFI session at JNF’s National Conference in Chicago, IL, October 23-26, 2015 • Sponsors are welcome and encouraged to invite company/ • Recognition on JNF’s social media platforms (Facebook, firm employees and partners to participate in the evening Instagram, Twitter, Linkedin) • Sponsors will be provided an opportunity to distribute • Opportunity to provide branded giveaways to mission printed materials to participants during the meal participants • Active role in planning the programming for the evening • Sponsors are welcome and encouraged to invite company/ firm employees and partners to participate in predetermined elements of the mission • Opportunity to present or host discussions during the mission *Potential for hosting local events is based on locations of LFI Chapters and scheduling. 6 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND | Sponsorship proposal for JNF’s Law and Justice Mission Sponsorship Opportunities $2,500 - Silver Level Lunch Sponsorship (2 Available) $1,000 - Bronze Level Mission Sponsor (5 Available) • Firm or Company name/logo on all digital materials for LFI • Company or Firm name/logo on select digital and printed mission as a mission sponsor materials for the LFI mission and LFI Society’s quarterly correspondence • Company or firm name/logo and recognition on mission itinerary (for all participants) highlighting sponsorship of one • Recognition on the LFI mission itinerary of the lunches during the LFI mission • Highlight in LFI Society LinkedIn group • Recognition on the LFI Society LinkedIn group • Opportunity to invite company employees or sponsors to • Sponsors will be given the opportunity to host mission select elements of the LFI mission participants at office or a pre-determined venue during the mission for lunch • Sponsors are welcome and encouraged to invite company/firm employees and partners to participate in the meal • Sponsors will be provided an opportunity to distribute printed materials to participants during the meal • Active role in planning the programming for lunch 7 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND | Sponsorship proposal for JNF’s Law and Justice Mission LFI Mission Sponsorship Form: PLEASE CHECK-OFF THE SPONSORSHIP LEVEL: Platinum Level - $10,000 Gold Level - $5,000 Silver Level - $2,500 Bronze Level - $1,000 Name______________________________________________ Name of Firm_______________________________________________
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