Blog

The Jewish Federations of North America's Statement on Iran

Jewish Federations can be found in nearly every city in North America, and our leaders are among the most committed philanthropists in their communities. In just three generations, Jewish Federations across North America forged one of the top 10 philanthropic networks on the continent, helpe…

Federations Continue Life-Saving Efforts in Ukraine

From the desk of Michael Siegal, Chair, Board of Trustees, The Jewish Federations of North America

Thank you for your Federation’s generous support of the Ukraine Emergency Assistance Fund. Early in the year JFNA issued a funding request for 2015 related to the ongoing humanitarian needs …

Tanks, guns and broken glass: Ukraine war’s nearly forgotten Jewish victims

A year after fierce fighting engulfed the region, The Times of Israel visits the Jewish community of Zaporozhye, which absorbed hundreds of IDPs

Written by Raphael Ahren, Diplomatic Correspondent at The Times of Israel.

ZAPOROZHYE, Ukraine — Alexander and Larissa sit on their bed in wha…

From Hate to Love

As we look at the arc of history these past two weeks, we go from a low in the aftermath of the attack in Charleston, South Carolina to a high today following the marriage equality ruling by the Supreme Court. While these may seem radically disparate events, they are connected by a strong th…

Opportunity Grants Now Available

The Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey is a true believer in the collaborative and vibrant spirit of our Jewish community.  If you are a synagogue, 501c3 Jewish non-profit organization, or individual with a program that addresses Jewish communal needs in ways that are relevant, in…