Jewish Federation's December Newsletter: Depending on You

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Depending On You!

With so many worthy causes and organizations to support, we are incredibly grateful that you turn to the Jewish Federation as a way to invest in Jewish community. With your support, we will never stop working to ensure that everyone who needs help is cared for and Jewish life is accessible for all who want it. This work is only possible when we work together to ensure a brighter future. Discover how your generosity has impacted countless lives locally, in Israel and around the world.

Caring for those in Need

We extend a caring hand to help people feel connected and supported, giving them a lifeline to resources that help them move forward with resilience and strength.

With additional funding, we could provide enhanced mental health services to more individuals whose lives were upended by the pandemic and dismantle the barriers that keep people from seeking help.

“To some people it might not seem like a lot, just a bag of food delivered to your home each month, but to me it’s so much more. It’s peace of mind knowing my daughter will never go hungry; it’s being able to budget grocery money towards other household expenses, so I can go back to school and make a better life.”

-Maria, Mitzvah Food Program client

Building a Vibrant

Jewish Community

By forging genuine community partnerships and providing Jews of all ages opportunities to learn and grow, we help build deep and meaningful connections to Judaism and with one another.

With additional funding, we will empower the next generation to understand their history so that they can confidently and proudly live a Jewish life.

“This year I am leading Makom Community's second location in South Philly. Over the past few months, I have joyfully watched program attendees, campers, students and their families connect in this co-created environment uniquely suited to them. The Jewish Federation's support made this dream of a second location a reality for our growing enrichment center that creates family-centered Jewish experiences.”

-Leah Koontz, South Philadelphia Director of Makom Community

Connecting with Israel

and Global Jewry

We invest in transformative work in more than 70 countries worldwide, responding wherever and whenever help is needed.

With additional funding, we will launch initiatives to respond effectively to worldwide antisemitism and create safe and secure environments for children to learn, community members to pray and our neighbors to gather.

“I have lived through a famine and through World War II. But the isolation of lockdown has been the most difficult time of all. I truly feel that you care about me. Thank you for keeping me alive and keeping me sane! ”

-Zhanna from Ukraine, JDC Recipient

Make Your Gift Today!

You are at the heart of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s critical work to inspire and sustain our
Jewish community. Make a gift to the Jewish Community Fund to make a difference in Jewish lives.

CLICK HERE TO GIVE NOW

or call 215.832.3484.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Jewish Camping Information Session

January 3 | 7:00 p.m. and January 13 | 12:00 p.m.

Join us for a virtual presentation on Jewish Summer Camp. Learn about funding for first-time campers, financial aid, choosing the best camp for your child and more. There are two session options, so please select the date that works best for you. Register for January 3rd session here or the January 13th session here.

JCRC Web Series with David Horovitz

January 19 | 12:00 p.m.

JCRC is hosting a series of online briefings with David Horovitz, Founding Editor of the online newspaper, The Times of Israel. Horovitz will discuss the renewal of the nuclear talks with Iran, domestic policy priorities of the Bennett-Lapid Government, and the latest news on Gaza. Click here to register.

Kallah: A Night of Jewish Learning

January 22 | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The Kehillah of Chester County and the Kehillah of Delaware County invite you to a virtual evening of friends, thought-provoking entertainment and intellectual fulfillment. The program features a live Zoom performance of Theatre Ariel's production "Ethics of the Fathers aka: The Gangster and The Grandpa" starring playwright Jesse Bernstein. Following the play, participate in an interactive conversation of your choice in a breakout room with some of our local rabbis and scholars. Click here to register.

How the Bulgarian Jews Survived the Holocaust

January 27 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Jewish Federation's Jewish Community Relations Council and AJC Philadelphia/Southern New Jersey invite you to learn about the historical events associated with Bulgaria's resistance of pressures from Germany during World War II to deport the 50,000 Jews living there. University of Pennsylvania Professor, Dr. Joseph Benatov, will discuss the competing national narratives from this period of time and Judge Ramy Djerassi will reflect on his family's experience of survival. Click here to register.