Supporting Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi

As many of you have learned from press reports, Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, was set on fire predawn on Saturday morning. Thankfully, no congregants or staff were injured, and the building was unoccupied at the time. The investigation is ongoing. The synagogue did have a…

Jewish Federations Statement on Arson Attack at Mississippi Synagogue

Jewish Federations are horrified and angered at the arson attack against Mississippi’s Jewish community.

Beth Israel Congregation is Mississippi’s oldest synagogue, and a staple of the community.

We are in touch with the community and the synagogue, as well as the Federation-affilia…

Jewish Federations Statement on Shooting Outside Latter-Day Saints Church

Jewish Federations of North America are heartbroken by the shooting outside of a Latter-Day Saints Church in Salt Lake City, which took place following a memorial service. People must be able to gather in peace and grieve in peace. Jewish Federations express their sincere condolences to all …

Federations Send Comments on Day School Scholarship Bill to IRS, Treasury

Jewish Federations of North America submitted written comments this week to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service regarding implementation of the new federal tax credit for individual contributions to Scholarship Granting Organizations.
 

Enacted through the …

Jewish Federations Launch Fourth Catalyst Cohort with Repair the World

Jewish Federations of North America and Repair the World today launched the fourth cohort of The Catalyst, a professional development initiative that equips Federation professionals with the skills to design and deliver engaging Jewish service programs for young Jewish volunteers. Service in…