‘My Spiritual Heritage Exists in the Jewish People’ says Christian Patricia Heaton

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Christian actress Patricia Heaton has become the 10,000th person to sign on to the Jewish Future Promise, demonstrating her Israel support. The goal of the promise is to safeguard the future of Jewish values, traditions and the state of Israel.

“As a Christian, my spiritual heritage exists in the Jewish people,” Heaton said. “The bond Jews and Christians share is deep and profound. Along with that, our shared Judeo-Christian values are the foundation for the free and thriving democracies we see in Israel, America and around the world. The Jewish future is everyone’s future.”

The funds promised through Jewish Future Promise are earmarked to support a wide range of Jewish causes, including educational initiatives, community development, social services and cultural preservation, both in local communities and in Israel.

“Each of these 100,000 promises represents a beacon of hope, not just for our generation but for every generation to come,” said Hadara Ishak, president of Jewish Future Promise. “To reach 250,000, 500,000, promisers and beyond, we must continue to inspire, engage and empower even more individuals, families and foundations to participate in this critical mission. This milestone is a testament to our enduring commitment to Tzedakah and a promise to future generations that we will continue to honor and uphold our Jewish heritage.”

Jewish Future Promise is a response to a 2017 study that found a mere 11 percent of donations from key Jewish benefactors were invested in Jewish causes. The organization is a catalyst for change, and through its efforts it has created an alliance of philanthropic family foundations, individuals and families to secure billions in future commitments for various Jewish causes. It hopes to further Jewish values.

Jewish Future Promise does not receive any of the pledged funds directly. Instead, they serve as a stimulus for meaningful intergenerational dialogue, inspiring individuals to ensure that a significant portion of their estate or planned charitable giving support Israel and the Jewish community. For more information, visit www.jewishfuturepromise.org.