Message from CEO

As Rosh Hashanah begins this evening, I wish you and yours a very healthy, happy, and meaningful New Year and High Holiday season.  Friends,     On September 10th, Jewish Greater Read more

This Monday marks 22 years since the attacks of 9/11. May the memories of those we lost continue to be for a blessing and may those who loved them find Read more

Wildfires continue to wreak havoc on communities in Maui. Federation and our Jewish communal partners are working to support those in need. We are deeply grateful to those who have Read more

Friends, Our Jewish community is strongest when we come together in celebration, to learn and reflect, pray, or to simply enjoy one another’s company. But in order for us to Read more

I have often written about how critical building community is for our collective future. It binds us together and enables us to overcome challenges in Greater Washington, in Israel, and Read more

This coming week, we will be celebrating July 4th – the declaration, almost 250 years ago, of the United States of America’s independence. This significant moment in world history marked Read more

Synagogues are a central institution of Jewish life throughout the world and have been so for almost 2,000 years. In that time, they have been essential places for learning, prayer, Read more

Each time our community gathers, it provides me with energy and optimism for the future of our community. This was especially true last night when more than 200 of Greater Read more

June is an exciting time for Federation and the future of our community. Following a year of program analysis, strategic planning, and addressing pressing concerns, our team works closely with Read more