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Dec 29, 2015

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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 …

Dec 23, 2015

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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.

Dec 23, 2015

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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…

Dec 23, 2015

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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…

Dec 21, 2015

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Jewish Man Killed in Copenhagen Terror Incident Named “Dane of the Year”

Slain Danish Jew Dan Uzan was named "Dane of the Year" by the Berlingske Prize judges. The volunteer security guard was the victim of an attack at a Copenhagen synagogue last February. The community consulted with Federation-supported Secure Community Network on post-emergency measures fol…