January 27th marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day. To many people in our community, reflecting on the Holocaust feels more relevant now than ever. In addition to honoring the memories of the six million Jewish lives that were lost, we remember so that it never happens again. And yet, on October 7, 2023, the Jewish community faced violence…
A few weeks ago, I joined so many of you at the March for Israel in Washington DC. Most notable to me was seeing Jews from every walk of life standing together in solidarity for Israel and against the scourge of rising antisemitism. I feel a similar sense of pride in leading the Jewish Communal…
On October 10, I went to the first of many rallies I would attend in support of Israel. Small Israeli flags were distributed which the rally goers proudly waved in solidarity. When the rally finished, I had an active conversation with myself—do I leave the flag out or tuck it into my bag? During the…
“All I am asking is that you feel Jewish. Because if you feel Jewish, you will do what one Jew does for a needy Jew: you will help.” — Golda Meir When I began my role at the Jewish Communal Fund 18 months ago, I hung this quote above my desk. Our community of givers is…
The news from Israel does not get any better: our hostages are still being held and my heart is very heavy. Yet, JCF and the entire American Jewish community are standing with Israel and sending financial support for the list of growing needs. JCF Fundholders have responded by recommending over 3500 grants totaling approximately $35M to…