Jewish Federations
Hollywood stars read letters linking Jews to Israel at Los Angeles unity fundraiser
The sold-out Oct. 19 event, organized by Jewish Federation Los Angeles, blended readings, music, and storytelling to trace that relationship across generations.
US Jews cannot blame Israel, Israeli government for increasing antisemitism, JFNA CEO says
LA Jewish Federation sues museum to recover Nazi-looted paintings held by Hermann Göring
The US-Israel relationship must be more than an argument - opinion
Israel allocates NIS 26m. for education excellence centers in northern border communities
Jewish Federations said the government initiative expands a regional education model developed with Homeward/Habaita following the mass evacuations after October 7.
University of Haifa unveils program to help Druze after IDF service
President of the University of Haifa Gur Alroey praised the program, dubbing it an “expression of deep gratitude” towards Israel’s Druze population, of whom many serve in the IDF.
Activating Jewish service through partnerships, collaboration - opinion
Engaging in shared service is one way to see each other’s humanity and counter the isolation and misinformation that fuel anti-Jewish hatred.
School board votes to fire Pennsylvania principal over antisemitic voice message
The school district voted unanimously to fire Lower Gwynedd Elementary School Principal Phillip Leddy during a Tuesday special board meeting, replacing him with Susan Kanopka as interim principal.
After $908m. in wartime aid, Jewish Federations of North America pivot to ‘Rebuild Israel’
According to JFNA’s figures, the Israel Emergency Campaign raised $908 million and provided support through more than 4,200 grants to 877 NGO partners
Partnering for progress: Amitim founder on helping Israelis get out of the rut - opinion
The nonprofit and volunteer sector here is much more efficient than our political leaders. Together with a strong partnership with the Diaspora, we will be okay.
New York becomes latest experiment in subsidies for Jewish day school tuition
The UJA Federation of New York has started a three-year $15 million pilot fund to help cover Jewish day school tuition in New York City, Westchester, and Long Island.
UJA-Federation pledges $1m for Gaza aid, citing ‘the Jewish imperative’ to act
UJA CEO Eric Goldstein condemned Hamas for holding hostages, obstructing aid and provoking the conflict, but said that the Jewish community is nevertheless compelled to help alleviate the suffering.
Gary Torgow elected as chair of Jewish Federations of North America
Detroit banking executive and philanthropist to lead umbrella group of 146 federations across the US and Canada.
Building Jewish resilience: A three-year journey with Jewish Federations of North America – opinion
After three years at the helm of the Jewish Federations of North America, the writer reflects on serving Jewish communities worldwide.
