Jewish Federations of North America

Project Aleph Bet is transforming Jewish education across North America! Here's how the program is expanding Jewish day school enrollment, strengthening Jewish identity, and deepening connections to Israel. https://united-jed.org/aleph-bet/

More united than divided A recent Jewish Telegraphic Agency article republished online by the Jewish Light, headlined “The Jewish divide we can’t ignore,” suggests American Jews are drifting apart over Israel. The data tells a different story: there is misunderstanding and misuse of the word Zionism, not a decline in the emotional connection Jews feel toward Israel. In fact,...

“The data is clear: most Jews, regardless of terminology, still feel emotionally connected to Israel and believe its existence as a Jewish homeland is important,” writes Karen Sher, Chief Impact Officer at @JewishFedSTL https://ow.ly/v2Vo50Yn1Ej

Take a moment to join Jewish Federations of North America and One Mitzvah A Day in thanking Ontario Camps Association for shutting down attempts by anti-Zionist groups to harass Jewish camps: https://ow.ly/kawV50Yn1BL

Federation awards $198K in 2025 Local Impact Fund grants The Jewish Herald-Voice - Houston's Jewish Newspaper

“We’re thrilled to support these innovative and collaborative programs that promote inclusion, engagement and education across diverse segments of the community." - Dori Goldman, Jewish Federation of Greater Houston’s Local Impact Fund committee. https://ow.ly/U7l850Yn1F5

“When any child experiences hate unchecked, it threatens the safety and moral integrity of our entire public education system,” said Rabbi Noah Farkas, president and CEO of JFEDLA. https://ow.ly/R3bQ50Yn1HN

Please see this statement from our partners, @jewishagency.bsky.social, regarding the Knesset advancing a bill to amend the Holy Places Law:

Our "Hate for Sale" report with @jfederations.bsky.social found that Instagram was recommending accounts that post antisemitic content & sell "hate merch."

Platforms aren’t just failing to stop antisemitism, they’re helping it spread.

Policymakers must act to curb the spread of antisemitic hate ⤵️

“This is private money that is attached to a tax incentive to give to a nonprofit that may give scholarships to individuals attending religious school,” said Jewish Federations of North America's David Goldfarb. https://ow.ly/ZixA50YmFH0

“You could feel when you were there in Odessa the connection of the Baltimore Jewish community,” said The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, CEO Andrew Cushnir, reflecting on the partnership between the sister cities. https://ow.ly/JyaE50YmFB2

“It’s about finding a community that feels like home,” said Ryan Otis with the Jewish Federation of Detroit. “It’s about building our community up and creating an environment that’s long-lasting.” https://ow.ly/CC2n50YmFzS

“We are very grateful to the Montague Board of Selectman for choosing dialogue over polarization, responsibility over symbolism and standing committed to inclusion of all,” read the statement from the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts https://ow.ly/TuSn50YmFy4

Our "Hate for Sale" report with @jfederations.bsky.social exposes how Instagram’s algorithm recommended 11 accounts pushing blatant antisemitism while selling “hate” merch — helping them rack up 1.5 BILLION views.

Read the full report to see the evidence 👇

“Through generous grant funding from Jewish Federations of North America and in partnership with the Canadian Jewish Security Initiative, both Federations are now formally part of the LiveSecure program.” -Jewish Federations of Edmonton and Calgary https://ow.ly/pa5T50Ym8xO

Cheryl Stumbo, a survivor of the 2006 shooting at the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, has died. May her memory be a blessing. https://ow.ly/xEMT50Ym8vG

Federations Study: 1 in 4 Jewish Adults Struggle Financially | The Jewish Federations of North America

“These numbers underscore the urgent need to strengthen the safety net and ensure that every Jew, regardless of income, feels welcomed, valued, and connected,” said Jessica Mehlman, Jewish Federations of North America's Associate Vice President of Impact & Planning. https://ow.ly/tSJ850Ym8B3

“Regardless of motive, violence directed at a faith leader and a house of worship threatens the safety and dignity of all Utahns. We stand in unequivocal solidarity with Iman Shuaib, his family, and the Muslim community across our state." - United Jewish Federation of Utah https://ow.ly/eoVP50Ym8tb

Greg Miller, board chair of Ohio Jewish Communities, said the “false, abhorrent and libelous statements made during this testimony are the kind that have been inciting hatred and violence against Jews for thousands of years.” https://ow.ly/Y6bf50Ym8oZ

“Supporting Jewish organizations that expand opportunities for people with disabilities reflects our belief that inclusion strengthens us all,” said Jeffrey Lasday, Senior Chief of External Affairs with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia.

“As the delegation returned home, the experience left me prouder than ever to be part of the global Jewish people — Klal Yisrael,” writes Michael Layne of his experience on the Jewish Federation of Detroit’s mission to Israel. https://ow.ly/1CLY50Yl8bo

“We are deeply committed to ensuring the health and vitality of Jewish Baltimore. Our goal in investing in this survey was to give our community organizations and leaders the data they need to make effective decisions." - Andrew Cushnir, CEO of The Associated https://ow.ly/aIAA50Yl86C

“Access to religious institutions must be protected so that people can enter their houses of worship without fear of harassment or intimidation,” said Eric S. Goldstein, CEO of UJA-Federation of New York

As the world marks the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war in Ukraine, @JFederations reflect on the unbelievable reality that the Ukrainian people have suffered: https://ow.ly/JLJJ50Yl7Z6

Join Jewish Federations of North America and the Center for Countering Digital Hate this Wed. Feb. 25 at 1 PM ET as we discuss our joint report on how Instagram and e-commerce platforms are amplifying and monetizing racism, antisemitism and “hate merch.” https://ow.ly/3qPz50YkkBJ

"As the costs of protecting our community continue to rise, state security grants are essential in helping Jewish organizations create safer environments to pray, learn, and celebrate,” said Michael Lourie, Vice President of Public Affairs at the Jewish Federation of St. Louis.

“We at Jewish Federations of North America are leading the charge on this, but part of it is making sure there’s awareness out there,” explained Josh Nason, senior director of political affairs, on the new education tax initiative https://ow.ly/1j8750YkklA

Please join Jewish Federations of North America and our core partners at the JDC on Feb. 24 at 12:30 PM ET for a Special Global Briefing focused on Ukraine. Learn about the ongoing work to deliver lifesaving aid to vulnerable Jews across the region: https://ow.ly/874T50Ykkfe

In JFNA’s first ‘State of the Jewish Union’ address, security and antisemitism loom large - Jewish Telegraphic Agency “The state of the Jewish union in America is strong, but it is being tested,” said Eric Fingerhut, the president and CEO of the Jewish Federations of North America.

Eric Fingerhut, president and CEO of the @jfederations.bsky.social, delivered the organization's first "State of the Jewish Union" address, focused on security and antisemitism. "The state of the Jewish union in America is strong, but it is being tested," he said.
www.jta.org/2026/02/19/u...

Jewish philanthropy needs diverse leadership! Join the Jewish Federations of North America Philanthropic Leadership Academy to gain the tools, influence, and network to shape the future of Jewish giving. Apply until Feb. 27 https://www.jewishfederations.org/moed

When antisemitism trends, it’s not an accident. It’s the algorithm.

Hear more from #JewishFederations President and CEO Eric D. Fingerhut in the first-ever State of the Jewish Union: https://youtu.be/qdmAujkXihA

“Our role is to be the convener, connector, funder and innovator of this amazing Jewish community,” said Jewish Federation of Greater Houston president and CEO Renée Wizig-Barrios https://ow.ly/gWJm50Yj1mg