Sheryl Sandberg to Donate $31 Million to Charity

Facebook’s Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg donates $31 million worth of company stock to charity.

Federations Take a Stand Against Human Trafficking

As part of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Federations joined a coalition of Jewish groups in a Jewish day of action this week to raise visibility about the 20.9 million victims of global trafficking and to encourage communities to take action. Contact Liz Leibowitz for more information o…

Federation Staff Testify in Knesset for Marriage Choice in Israel

With 660,000 Jews unable to marry legally in Israel, Federation staff testified at a Knesset caucus meeting this week on the importance of expanding freedom of choice in marriage as it pertains to the relationship between Israel, the United States and global Jewish communities. 

Buzz Builds for LGBTQ Mission to Israel

Dave Gold, co-chair of the Jewish Federation’s Jewish Pride group, expresses excitement surrounding upcoming JFNA LGBTQ Mission. 

Israeli Civil Leaders Highlight Federation Support for Negev Region

At a top gathering of Israel's Civil Society Leaders in Sderot, Federations’ support of Israel during Operation Protective Edge was featured as an important part of strengthening the Negev. Ongoing regional support is provided through the Negev Funding Coalition, made up of 7 Federations.…