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We hope you had a happy Jewish New Year! As we continue with the High Holidays, we invite you to check out the Jewish Federation's comprehensive guide of ways you can observe in Greater Philadelphia. Click here to find services and programs near you.

It's Moments Like This.

We are excited to announce our 2024 Annual Campaign: It’s Moments Like This. The first time you hear the call of a shofar, see the flickering candles in a Hanukkah menorah or taste the crunch of matzah -- those are moments of connection with Judaism. The Jewish Federation supports programs and institutions to create countless moments to connect with your Jewish identity and community. Learn how you can make more Moments Like This for generations to come by visiting jewishphilly.org.

Click the image below for a video featuring It's Moments Like This.

Making Our Voice Heard

Over 65 leaders from the Jewish community traveled to Harrisburg on September 12 to meet with state leaders and put words into action. They raised advocated on issues of concern within the community, including: antisemitism and hate crimes, reproductive rights, violence prevention, nonprofit security grants, and religious rights and elections.

To learn more about the day, click here.

Women of Vision Grants Help Women in Israel

“Every Women of Vision grants cycle is a testament to the power of philanthropy, and how we are collectively able to make a true difference in the lives of self-identifying Jewish women and girls. This year, our members once again made their voices heard and voted to award funds to initiatives in Israel that tackle deep-rooted societal and systemic issues: improving the law enforcement system for victims of sexual violence, identifying abuse and protecting young women in the Ultra-Orthodox community, and unifying Arab and Jewish women through entrepreneurial empowerment.”
- WOV Grants Co-Chairs Andi Barsky and Cindy Warkow

The Jewish Federation’s Women of Vision group members voted to award grants to three organizations in Israel. Over the next two fiscal years, Women of Vision will invest $137,328 to these three life-changing programs that will affect change in the lives of self-identifying Jewish women and girls: Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel (ARCCI)’s “Improving Law Enforcement Systems for Victims” program, Yozmot Atid’s “Micro-Business Entrepreneurship” program, and ELI’s “Protecting Haredi Young Women and Girls” program.

Learn more about WOV’s recent and past grantees here.

Welcoming New Faces at the Jewish Federation

We are pleased to welcome three new Jewish Federation employees:

We look forward to working with Julie, Alan and Kim and seeing all that they accomplish for the Jewish community. You can meet new employees and keep up with what's happening at the Jewish Federation on our blog.

Buy an ACME Bag, Support Our Food Program

The Jewish Federation’s Mitzvah Food Program (MFP) has been selected for ACME 's Give Back Where It Counts Bag program. MFP will receive $1 from every $3 reusable Give Back Where It Counts bag sold during the month of October at the ACME's South Philadelphia location: 1001 South Street. Click here to learn more about how you can support this initiative.

Thank you for your support

Thank you for your support to our 2023 Annual Campaign, which has officially closed. Together, you helped us achieve remarkable milestones in our mission to be the Jewish community’s convener. As your continued support means the world to us, we want to extend an invitation to join our new 2024 Annual Campaign once again, or consider increasing your gift by clicking here or calling 215.832.3484.

In The News

Read all about what it means to be Jewish in Philadelphia! Check out the Philadelphia Jewish Exponent's August 31, September 7, September 14 and September 21 issues.

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