Jewish Agricultural Society

philanthropic association

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The Jewish Agricultural Society was a philanthropic association that supported Jewish immigrants in becoming self-sufficient through farming. It was funded by the Baron de Hirsch fund, established in the United States in 1891 by Maurice, baron de Hirsch. Hirsch believed that farming was the best way for Jews to become self-supporting. The society provided loans to farmers and helped settle displaced persons on farms in various countries. This initiative was part of Hirsch's broader philanthropic efforts, which aimed to alleviate poverty and support Jewish communities worldwide.1

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Maurice, baron de Hirsch
…fund continued to support the Jewish Agricultural Society, which lent money to farmers and settled displaced persons on farms in various countries. Hirsch’s charity was not confined to Jews, and it has been estimated that he spent more than $100,000,000 on his philanthropies.
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…fund continued to support the Jewish Agricultural Society, which lent money to farmers and settled displaced persons on farms in various countries. Hirsch’s charity was not confined to Jews, and it has been estimated that he spent more than $100,000,000 on his philanthropies.
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