We cannot accept rising antisemitism as normal. It’s up to us to fight back today.

Dear John,

This morning, AJC CEO David Harris sent you the note below. He wrote with a clear and urgent message—in this defining moment for the Jewish people, it’s up to us.

It’s up to us to fight rising antisemitism and hate, to take on those who challenge Israel’s legitimacy, and to champion the principles of democracy and pluralism. [link removed]

AJC has always stayed true to these commitments. This is a pledge we made long ago—and one we are asking you to make today.

Will you join AJC as we work to define a world that is safer and more secure for all people? [link removed] If you make a year-end gift before midnight tonight, your support will be matched, dollar-for-dollar.

We are witnessing where the blind hatred of Jews can lead and how quickly it can infiltrate our communities. We must never accept as normal what we’ve seen in Monsey and Malmo, in Brooklyn and Berlin, in Pittsburgh and Paris, and in too many other cities to name. Instead, these events must fuel our resolve to fight back.

You play a fundamental role in AJC’s ability to do just that. There are only hours left to have your year-end gift doubled. Can we count on you to help us shape a brighter future for Israel, the Jewish people, and all humanity? It’s up to us to stand united in this endeavor. [link removed]

With heartfelt thanks and best wishes for the New Year,

Julie Schair
AJC Chief Development Officer

P.S. If you have already made your year-end gift to AJC, please accept our deepest thanks. If you haven’t contributed yet, please consider doing so before midnight tonight. Don’t miss the chance to have your gift matched. [link removed]   Begin forwarded message:

From: David Harris, AJC CEO
Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at 7:40 AM
To: Julie Schair
Subject: It’s not too late

We cannot accept rising antisemitism as normal. It’s up to us to fight back today.

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Dear Julie,

As a turbulent year draws to a close, we are at a defining moment. History is marked by such moments—and individuals are judged by how they respond.

How will history judge us?

When Jewish lives were threatened by a rising tide of antisemitism, did we speak up?

When Israel’s existence was assailed in the international arena, did we stand idly by?

When our democratic values came under fire, did we fight back?

For over a century, AJC has never wavered in its commitment to the Jewish people and our fundamental freedoms, so I can assure you of our answers to these questions. What will yours be?

Proudly affirm your answers today by making a tax-deductible year-end contribution to AJC. If you donate before midnight tonight, your gift will be matched, dollar-for-dollar.

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What each one of us does in this crucial moment will determine what happens next. It’s up to us. And we need AJC leading the way.

From city halls to Capitol Hill, at the UN and in world capitals, AJC is your platform to advance the well-being and security of Jewish communities—and all communities.

Whether privately meeting with global leaders; mobilizing our 2 million social media followers; or, as in recent days alone, speaking out in The New York Times, and on CNN and MSNBC, AJC’s goal is the same: to push for new legislation, drive improved government policies, and build effective alliances that make this a safer world for everyone.

The progress we’ve made this past year proves how essential AJC’s advocacy is today. But it’s not enough.
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When Jews can’t walk the streets of major American cities without fear of attack… when 40% of European Jews have considered leaving for good... when college students feel they must conceal their support for Israel on campus… we must do more.

That’s only possible with your help. It’s not too late: Please make a tax-deductible gift before midnight tonight so your contribution can go twice as far when its needed most. [link removed]

How will history judge us? That will be determined by our actions and resolve today. [link removed]

With best wishes for a peaceful New Year,

David Harris
Chief Executive Officer
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P.S. If you have already made your year-end gift to AJC, thank you. But if you haven’t yet given, please know that your gift will only be doubled if we receive it before midnight tonight. There could not be a more urgent time to act.

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Individual gifts up to $10,000 will be matched through 12.31.19. The total challenge grant is $700,000. [link removed]

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