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A Tale of Love and Darkness in Ukraine

When separatist forces entered Nikita’s small hometown in eastern Ukraine, he was forced to leave behind everything he knew, from JDC community programs to his beloved fiancée. Five hundred miles away in Kiev, he found a home at the city’s Moishe House, a Federation-supported communit…

Ukrainian Winters Are Tough; Tania Is Tougher

Winter in Eastern Europe. The temperature is -27 ˚ F, and snow and ice have closed the roads. But Tania is riding a borrowed horse and sleigh packed with food and supplies from Federation partner JDC for Tatiana and Bronislav. She’ll make this hour-long trek every day because Tatiana and …

Share Video of Federations’ Response to Global Crises in 2015

Share Federations' latest video highlighting our collective response to challenging global crises in 2015, including terror attacks and natural disasters.

Federations and Philanthropy News Update, December 23, 2015

After extensive advocacy efforts from Federations, new funding for the National Holocaust Survivor Initiative is secured. The Ramah Camping Movement and the Ruderman Family Foundation announce the winners of their inclusion-themed video contest aimed at increasing awareness of this work at J…

Day School Leaders: Apply for Recruitment and Retention Program

Federation-supported day school leaders are encouraged to apply for Atidenu, a Partnership for Excellence in Jewish Education program focused on student recruitment and retention. With tuition comprising nearly 80% of school operating budgets, Atidenu can help ensure fiscal sustainability. R…