Jewish Federations Of North America

Will Trump appoint a Jewish liaison? He's the only president in nearly half a century who hasn't.

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 11 Nov

Every U.S. president since Jimmy Carter, except Donald Trump, has appointed a liaison to the Jewish community.

How to host empowering and safe commemorations with Oct. 7 survivors

eJewishPhilanthropy · 2 Oct

As the first anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks approaches, over 100 North American communities are preparing to commemorate the day, often involving survivors as speakers.

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US government spends record $454 million to secure religious institutions amid rising antisemitism

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 28 Aug

The U.S. government has allocated a record $454.5 million to the Nonprofit Security Grant Program in response to rising antisemitism, notably since the recent Israel-Hamas conflict.

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The surprising way to engage Gen Z

eJewishPhilanthropy · 20 Aug

The Jewish Federations of North America's Changemakers program highlights the shift in work preferences among Gen Z towards virtual interactions even as the world returns to in-person post-pandemic setups.

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Kamala Harris, as Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks teeter: ‘We’re not giving up’

Ben Sales in JTA · 19 Aug

Vice President Kamala Harris expressed hope for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing ongoing negotiations and the importance of securing the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.

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Isaiah Rothstein, Orthodox rabbi focused on diversity and inclusion, takes the helm at Greenpoint Shul

Julia Gergely in JTA · 9 Aug

Isaiah Rothstein, a diverse and inclusive Orthodox rabbi, has become the senior rabbi at Greenpoint Shul, the oldest synagogue in Brooklyn.

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Evan Gershkovich, American Jewish journalist jailed in Russia, is freed in prisoner exchange

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 1 Aug

American Jewish journalist Evan Gershkovich, who was imprisoned in Russia on espionage charges, has been released in a large prisoner exchange involving several prominent individuals.

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Jewish leaders react to Biden's decision to quit and endorse Harris

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 21 Jul

President Joe Biden announced his decision to withdraw from the presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor, triggering discussions among Jewish leaders and groups.

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Russia sentences Jewish-American journalist Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in maximum security prison

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 19 Jul

Russian courts have sentenced Jewish-American journalist Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in a maximum security prison on espionage charges, despite denials from the U.S. government and Gershkovich's employer.

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Don’t leave relationship-building to chance: Using the ‘Heartbeat Model’ of engagement

eJewishPhilanthropy · 25 Jun

The article discusses Gather, Inc.'s Heartbeat Model of engagement as a tool for building and sustaining relationships in Jewish communities, particularly with the Surge population of unengaged Jews seeking connection.

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This Pride, queer Jews are feeling the strain — and sometimes unsafe — over Israel

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 18 Jun

As Pride month unfolds, tensions are rising for LGBTQ Jews due to discord over Israel.

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Showing care and concern for our entire community: A call to address Jewish poverty

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 10 Jun

The piece discusses the importance of addressing Jewish poverty within the community, highlighting efforts to collect data on the issue and make progress towards understanding and combatting it.

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‘The Surge,’ ‘The Core’ and more: What you need to know about the explosion of interest in Jewish life

eJewishPhilanthropy · 9 May

The explosion of interest in Jewish life in America, triggered by recent events like the 10/7 attacks against Israel, has led to a significant increase in Jewish belonging and communal participation as evidenced by The Surge, a group comprising 40% of previously less engaged Jews who are now actively participating in Jewish life.

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Leading Jewish groups boycott Education Dept. antisemitism meeting

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 3 May

Several leading Jewish organizations, including the Anti-Defamation League and Orthodox Union, boycotted a meeting on campus antisemitism with Education Secretary Miguel Cardona after progressive groups were invited.

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Large Jewish organizations boycotted a meeting with the education secretary because progressive Jewish groups would be present

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 3 May

Several major Jewish organizations boycotted a meeting with Education Secretary Miguel Cardona on combating antisemitism in schools because they were uncomfortable sharing the virtual room with progressive Jewish groups like Bend the Arc and Truah.

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Survey taken 5 months into the Gaza war finds most American Jews felt close to Israel, but not its government

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 18 Apr

A survey conducted during the Gaza war found that most American Jews felt emotionally close to Israel but were uncomfortable with the actions of its government.

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A 'very dangerous moment': Reaction pours in over Iran's attack on Israel

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 14 Apr

Iran's attack on Israel with over 300 missiles and drones elicited a range of reactions from various individuals and organizations.

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Donations to Israel since Oct. 7 top $1.4 billion, Israeli government report concludes

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 8 Apr

Donations totaling over $1.4 billion have been contributed worldwide to support Israel's recovery since the October 7th attack, as reported by Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.

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Jewish groups are anguished over Israeli strike that killed aid workers — and divided on who to blame

Ben Sales in JTA · 3 Apr

Israeli strike that resulted in the killing of seven aid workers in Gaza has spurred varied reactions among American Jewish organizations.

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Major U.S. Jewish groups object to federal security funding cuts

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 27 Mar

Several major U.S. Jewish organizations are expressing concern over the $30.5 million cut in federal security grants, originally funded at $305 million, which has been allocated to safeguard nonprofit institutions against hate and violence through the Department of Homeland Security.

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Minding the gap: Preparing for a radically different mifgash

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 14 Mar

Adina Frydman, CEO of Young Judaea Global, shares impactful encounters from a recent trip to Israel after the Oct. 7 attacks, highlighting the need to adjust mifgashim (encounters) to address the evolving realities in Israel.

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The man sending $800M in post-Oct. 7 donations to Israel on where the money goes

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 13 Mar

Jeff Schoenfeld, co-chair of the Israel Emergency Allocations Committee, is overseeing the distribution of nearly $800 million in donations from North American Jews to support Israeli recovery efforts post-Oct.

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Israeli communities devastated on Oct. 7 draw thousands seeking to bear witness, support victims

Tamara Zieve in Jewish Insider · 12 Mar

Thousands of visitors have flocked to Israeli communities affected by the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks, not only to bear witness and show solidarity but also to raise funds to support victims.

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House set to vote on bill that could trigger TikTok ban, with support from major Jewish group

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 11 Mar

A bill that may lead to a ban of TikTok in the United States due to concerns over national security and antisemitism has gained bipartisan support, including backing from a major Jewish group, Jewish Federations of North America.

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Worried about a deluge of antisemitic content, Jewish federations ask Congress to act

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 7 Mar

The Jewish Federations of North America have urged a U.S. congressional committee to pass a bill that could potentially ban TikTok or compel its China-based parent company to divest.

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