Volunteers make Alliance’s Campaign a success

The success of the Jewish Alliance’s Community Campaign relies not only on generous donors but also on the passion and dedication of volunteer solicitors. After all, volunteers are the heart and soul of the Alliance’s fundraising efforts, playing a critical role in building relationships, sharing the Alliance’s mission and inspiring others across the community to give. Without them, the Alliance’s ability to sustain vital programs and services for the local and global Jewish community would be significantly diminished.

Volunteer solicitors bring a personal touch that no brochure, text or email can match. One-on-one conversations and peer-to-peer connections allow for sharing personal stories and anecdotes about how the Alliance directly changes lives  – whether by supporting Jewish education, aiding vulnerable populations or strengthening Jewish identity and continuity. These personal appeals are powerful and effective, often inspiring deeper and more meaningful commitments from donors. 

Volunteers like you serve as ambassadors for the Rhode Island community. When a peer asks for support, it resonates differently than a request from a paid professional. Donors are more likely to give – and give generously – when they see others stepping up, not just financially but with their time and effort. This peer-to-peer model fosters a culture of collective responsibility and reinforces the idea that everyone has a role to play in sustaining our community.

Helping to identify and cultivate new donors is also a role played by volunteer solicitors. Their focus is on expanding the reach and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the campaign. They create opportunities for engagement that go beyond fundraising, helping people feel more connected and invested in the Alliance’s mission.

To make the Community Campaign a true success, the Alliance needs you – a committed volunteer – who is willing to solicit for its Community Campaign. You already believe in our mission, understand the power of Jewish connection and are willing to use your voice to bring others into the shared vision. Your work is essential, impactful and transformative.

To learn more about the many ways you may contribute to this meaningful cause and get involved, contact Jennifer Zwirn, chief development officer: jzwirn@jewishallianceri.org.

Submitted by the Jewish Alliance Philanthropy Department