Shalom Austin Welcomes Rabbi Daniel Septimus as New CEO
Shalom Austin welcomes new CEO Rabbi Daniel Septimus effective September 1. A former congregational rabbi, Daniel most recently headed Texas Hillel, where he grew donations by 20%. Read more.
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New Bipartisan Legislation on Holocaust Asset Restitution Proposed
Bipartisan legislation in the U.S. House and Senate requires the State Department to report on the progress European countries have made on Holocaust-era property restitution issues.
Register Now for GA 2016 in Washington, DC
Registration now available for GA 2016, the premier annual leadership gathering for thousands of top Federation and Jewish philanthropic leaders. Explore your Jewish journey and issues critical to our communal future, Nov. 13-15 in Washington, DC. Register now.
Federations' Statement on Shooting in Dallas
A fatal shooting at an anti-police brutality rally in Dallas kills 5 police officers and injures several more. Read Federations’ statement.
Germany Agrees to Major Increase in Funding to Aid Holocaust Survivors
The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany secures $388 million for services for Holocaust survivors worldwide in 2018, plus an additional $500 million above previously announced levels over the next 2 years. The increase will help tens of thousands of survivors in need around …