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Holocaust Survivor Welfare is Everyone's Responsibility

Mark Wilf (Greater Metrowest NJ) and Todd Morgan (Los Angeles), co-chairs of the Jewish Federations' Fund for Holocaust Survivors, urge more states and local governments in the US to provide assistance to Holocaust survivors.

Federations' IAN Supports NYU Grad Student Union Appeal of BDS Resolution

With support from Federations’ Israel Action Network (IAN), members of the NYU graduate student union file an appeal to reverse the recently passed BDS resolution.

Federations Launch Initiative to Boost Community Development in the Negev

With the arts proven to drive economic growth, Federations’ Negev Now initiative launched the 2016 Negev Placemaking Challenge to boost creativity-driven community development. For more information, contact Talya Levin, assistant director, global programs.

Jewish Education & Engagement Update May 2, 2016

Marketing guru Seth Godin argues that the internet has replaced mass marketing with individual ‘tribes.’ Two articles review a new book that stresses the importance of relationship building over programming. Hillel outlines best practices for engaging young adults and creating a stronge…

Negev Now Initiative Allocates Funds to New Wellness and Nutrition Programs

$96K allocated to new wellness and nutrition programs in Israel's south through Federations’ Negev Now initiative. Research has shown that public health and healthy lifestyles, which these grants will help develop, are an essential part of community resilience. For more information, conta…