In March 1972, the Jewish Communal Fund (JCF) held its inaugural meeting at the Harmonie Club, where Herbert M. Singer was elected as JCF’s first President. With great foresight, he declared his belief that this new donor advised fund would become a powerful force for the welfare of the Jewish community both locally and globally.…
It is late spring, and there is much to celebrate – Shavuot, Father’s Day, and, for many families, graduation. My daughter Sarah just graduated from Colgate University, and my family couldn’t be prouder of her remarkable achievements. This year’s graduation ceremonies on some college campuses have been overshadowed by a disheartening reality – cancellations, boycotts,…
Women’s History Month has been celebrated since 1987 to reflect on women’s often overlooked contributions. During the month of March, we celebrate strong women who took brave risks to pursue important milestones such as suffrage and leadership in the business world. Women stood at the forefront of creating many important Jewish institutions. Rebecca Gratz founded…
Last week, my husband and I returned from a transformative trip to Israel, where we joined a UJA Israel Solidarity Mission. There has been no shortage of information about the impact of the October 7 attacks on the people of Israel, but hearing first-hand stories was another experience entirely. My heart broke as I met…
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…