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The 2016 UJA Campaign comes to a close on June 30, just 15 days away. Our goal is to reach $21.2 million, to continue providing the services that make a difference in the lives of our extended Jewish community here, in Israel, and around the world. Have you made your gift yet? If not, please do your part today.


IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY

Federation’s Annual Meeting Celebrates Our Shared Commitment – The evening was inspirational for all who attended. Highlights included keynote speaker Rabbi David Wolpe, a tribute to outgoing UJA Campaign chair Maxine Murnick, and the announcement of the 2016 Cohn Young Leadership Award Winners. »more

Partnership Marks Milestone – The Partnership for Jewish Learning and Life celebrated its 10th birthday with a bash honoring Susan and Gary Aidekman. At the event Partnership announced its upcoming merger to become a department within Federation. »more

BLOG: We’re Not Alone – The world renowned Rabbi David Wolpe spoke at our Annual Meeting about how our mission as the Jewish people is so much bigger than any one of us. Why? Because we do sacred, holy work and Federation is the best example of this paradigm. Click here to hear his inspiring words. By Dov Ben-Shimon, Federation CEO.


GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Special Presentation on Social and Economic Issues Facing Israel Today – All are invited to join us for a conversation with Avi Weiss, Executive Director of the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies in Israel. »more


YOUR IMPACT

BLOG: Gratitude – At last week’s Annual Meeting we paid tribute to outgoing Campaign chair Maxine Murnick. Here is a wonderful video we put together to honor the contributions she’s made to Federation and our GMW community. By Dov Ben-Shimon, Federation CEO. »more

DID YOU KNOW? — Federation launched a community-wide campaign to feed New Jersey’s more than 1 million hungry.


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Upcoming Events

June 17

LION OF JUDAH CELEBRATION BRUNCH

Featuring film producer Nancy Spielberg. »more

June 28 – August 16

VOLUNTEER BOOT CAMP

Weekly opportunities throughout the Greater MetroWest community. »more

July 12-13

SEIDEN ANNUAL TEACHERS CONFERENCE

Program to educate educators about teaching the Holocaust and related issues. »more

July 14

SUPERMARKET SWEEP FOODRAISER

Join the Center for Volunteerism during ShopRite’s Summer Can-Can sale. Help those in need in our community. »more