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Feb 4, 2026

JTA Op-Ed: The ‘Zionism’ gap: What data shows about Jews, Israel & Zionism

At a moment when op-eds and headlines raise alarms that American Jews — especially young Jews — are turning away from Israel, the data tell a different story.


Across national studies of American Jews conducted by the Jewish Federations of North America over the past several years, alon…

Feb 2, 2026

Healing Minds, Rebuilding Lives: Inna and Sophia’s Story

Mother-daughter trips don’t typically involve providing therapy to refugee children. But for Inna and Sophia Muntyan, they do. 

 

The duo, based in New York, were initially driven to assist Ukrainian refugees after the 2022 Russian invasion. Both women speak Russian and Ukrainian; Inna…

Jan 27, 2026

JPost Op-Ed: Activating Jewish service through partnerships, collaboration

by Eric Fingerhut, Cindy Greenberg, and Adam Lehman

Volunteer service has long been one of the Jewish community’s most powerful tools for embodying our values, creating connection, and building resilience. Today, as we navigate a world shaped by rising antisemitism, polarization, and profound communal challenges, Jewish service is both an a…

Jan 26, 2026

Supporting the Minneapolis and St. Paul Communities in a Time of Challenge

We write with deep sadness about the unrest and loss of life that has occurred in the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. 
 

We have been in close touch with both Federation communities and have offered any support they need as they navigate these difficult and evolving challen…

Jan 26, 2026

Jewish Federations Statement on the Return of the Last Israeli Hostage

For the first time in 12 years, there are no Israeli hostages being held in Gaza.


Today, Jewish Federations of North America send our love and deepest condolences to the family of Police St. Sgt. Ran Gvili — one of the first taken hostage by Hamas on October 7th, 843 days ago, and the la…