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Jan 20, 2026

After Arson, Jewish Federations Mobilize for Jackson

The antisemitic arson attack against Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, shook not just the city’s tight-knit local Jewish community but also Jews across North America. 

 

Although Jackson doesn't have its own professionally run Federation, as a “network community” in…

Jan 13, 2026

Op-Ed: The path forward for securing Jewish communities

by Shira Hutt

Saturday’s cowardly antisemitic attack against the historic Beth Israel synagogue in Jackson, Miss., is the latest reminder of something our community has been learning the hard way for nearly a decade: Security is no longer a peripheral component to building vibrant Jewish life. It is fou…

Jan 13, 2026

Fingerhut shares Jewish community’s gratitude with Bondi Beach hero

While meeting with Bondi Beach hero Ahmed al-Ahmed, Jewish Federations President and CEO Eric D. Fingerhut expressed the Jewish community’s gratitude for Ahmed’s bravery, which saved countless lives as the horrific Hanukkah shooting unfolded. 

 

Fingerhut presented Ahmed with a certi…

Jan 12, 2026

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…

Jan 11, 2026

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…