IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
Past Federation Leader Passes Away – Sidney Weinstein, who served as president of the Jewish Community Council of Essex County – a predecessor of Federation – from 1967 to 1969, passed away last week at the age of 99. »more
FREE Family Fun Day at Camp – Register by August 15 to get a taste of the amazing activities available at NJY Camp Nah-Jee-Wah in the Poconos. Participants of all ages will enjoy lake swimming, archery, kosher bbq lunch, a bonfire, and much more. »more
Philanthropy Program for Teens – Iris Teen Tzedakah is a transformational one-year program in which high school students work together to allocate $16,000 to worthy projects that impact the Jewish world. Nominate a teen and enhance his or her life today! »more
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
BLOG: Erez – In 2001, with our strong connections to Israel and the Negev, we were looking for a community to partner with to show our solidarity and support. After our first visit to Kibbutz Erez, we knew this would be a perfect partner for Greater MetroWest. By Federation CEO Dov Ben-Shimon. »more
Points of Connection – Last week we welcomed to Greater MetroWest the Partnership2Gether (P2G) young leadership delegation from our partner community of Arad. As intended, powerful connections were made and bridges were built. »more
YOUR IMPACT
BLOG: Life-Changing Encounters – Campaign chairs and directors came together on a JFNA mission to meet some of the many individuals and families in both Paris and Israel who are benefitting from the we dollars raise together. »more
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DID YOU KNOW? Global Aliyah to Israel is expected to climb from 19,000 to more than 30,000 in this year, requiring additional funding for services that help these families settle and thrive in their new home. |
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