News for Jewish Federation Outgoing Chicago Jewish Federation director raised $8 billionSteve Nasatir, the powerful director of Chicago’s federation, steps down from the empire he built. After more than 100 years, SF-area Jewish federation closesJewish Federation of the East Bay, which served much of the San Francisco Bay Area's Jewish population for over a century, closes. Court hands former Jewish Federation employee 3 years in prisonLaurie Ann Reese, former Jewish Federation employee in Texas, jailed 3 years for embezzling $1 million. Will American Jews listen to Israelis about Israel?American Jewish Federation leaders say Diaspora Jews and Israelis 'need to talk' - but are they really interested in open dialogue?Head of Chicago's Jewish community stepping down after 40 yearsCEO of Chicago's Jewish federation, Steven Nasatir, to step down after nearly four decades. 'Hurricane Harvey is a disaster larger than Katrina'Jewish Federation official says Houston Jewish community 'could take years' to recover. 'MKs who vote for conversion bill not welcome in Chicago'President of Jewish Federation of Chicago says organization will refuse to host any MK who votes in favor of conversion bill. Jewish Federation CEO: The gap is growingArik Goldstein, Jewish Federation of New York Executive Director, responds to government decision to freeze Western Wall plan. Rivlin: No gap between Israel as a Jewish and democratic statePresident Rivlin speaks to Montreal Jewish Federation delegation at Jerusalem event. Does the Jewish Federation of Orange County Aid Pro-Israel Advocacy?Far from encouraging potent and effective activities to counter the barrage of anti-Semitic attacks on Jews and Israel at UCI, the JFOC has added to the problem. 'The Truth Will Out'Israeli Prime Minister tells Jewish Federation leaders that a fact-based approach to Iranian problem is key to preventing a nuclear Iran. Jewish Groups Mobilize Relief in Wake of SandyThe Jewish Federations of North America has established a Hurricane Relief Fund to contribute to recovery in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Jewish Fed. Launches Fund for Shooting VictimsThe Jewish Federation of Colorado set up a fund to aid the victims and families affected by the recent shooting in the city of Aurora. Jewish Fed Cancels Event Citing Security ConcernsThe Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles cancelled an event by controversial author and activist Pamela Geller, citing security concerns NY Jewish Community Sets Guinness World RecordThe UJA-Federation of NY set a Guinness World Record making 1,660 sandwiches in one hour to be donated to feed the hungry. 'Mega Mission to Israel' Affirms Jewish IdentityHundreds of people will travel to Israel on "Mega Mission Israel 2012,” the largest Jewish Federation mission to Israel in over a decade. JFNA: Obama Budget Threatens Charitable GivingThe Jewish Federation of North America oppose Obama's budget for 2013, saying it threatens charitable giving. Pro-Israel Group vs. FederationA small, grassroots pro-Israel group takes on Hamilton Jewish Federation. Repercussions continue; free speech is turned on its head to defend BDS. JFNA to Give Fire AidJewish Federations of North America continue their efforts to assist the rehabilitation efforts in the Carmel following the great fire. VP Joe Biden Addresses the GAVice President Biden pledges unwavering support for Israel during his address to the general assembly of the Jewish Federation of North America. Sharansky: Freedom & NationalismJewish Agency Chairman Natan Sharansky says universalism and freedom do not contradict Jewish identity and the aspiration for a Jewish State. |
