As we start 2017, I want to thank everyone for the support you gave, through federation, to our community and to Jewish communities around. The federation truly touches more Jewish lives, directly and indirectly, here in Phoenix, across the country and around the globe, than any other Jewish organization. Your support makes an enormous difference….
Hanukkah marks the miraculous oil that lasted eight days. It also honors the victory of the vastly outnumbered Maccabees against the Greeks. What stands out about this conflict is that the Greeks didn’t just try to slay the Jews – they targeted the very core of their Judaism, the Temple. The Greeks understood that it…
One of the core areas of focus for the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix is Israel. Whether this is funding programs and services in Israel through our incredible partners the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) and Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI), helping to bring people to Israel or providing local programs and services through…
FEDERATION NOTES In Phoenix, summer is typically a time when things slow down; people take vacations and recharge before school starts and our calendars begin to fill with holiday and other obligations. Unfortunately, this summer has been a time of elevated concern for the world and for our country. Divisiveness seems to be at an…
The Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix exists to strengthen and sustain a vibrant, inclusive community that enriches lives. We accomplish this through funding, convening, planning and engaging for the community. Through these initiatives, we foster Jewish education, inspire Jewish young adults, care for Jewish seniors and forge ties with Israel. With the generosity of our…
This month, we celebrate the giving of the Torah and we recommit ourselves to living a life of Jewish values, ethics and stewardship. As we focus on how to live “Jewishly” for ourselves and our families, we can also make a huge impact on our community. It is through values that community is developed. At…
As we head into summer, things slow down some for many of us—we take summer vacations or head to cooler climates. Even work tends to slow down a little. It is a time when we can all take a breath, enjoy our blessings and pause to take stock of where were are, rejuvenate and embrace…
The Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix 2015 campaign was a great success and the 2016 campaign is underway. We are so appreciative for every one of our donors who helped us achieve another growth year: our 2015 campaign was up more than 15%, which brought in an increase of nearly $500,000 to help us enrich…
When I reflect on the Hanukkah story during this Season of Light, I am inspired by the perseverance of the Maccabees. Despite being outnumbered by the Syrians, the Maccabees defeated their enemy and remained true to the teachings of the Torah and the covenant made with G-d. They liberated Jerusalem and cleared the Holy Temple…
The heat is subsiding and by Arizona standards there is a bit of a chill in the air as summer fades into fall and we begin thinking of gathering friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving. Our tables reflect our bounty. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for our many blessings. Thanksgiving is the perfect time…
