Like most of us, the aftermath of October 7th has left me struggling. Shock, anger, confusion, fear, anger morphing into outrage, disappointment, frustration. More fear – from external forces and those within. At this point, like many of you, I am raw, ragged, and very worried for our collective future. I ...
Have you ever wondered how the Federation decides where to invest the money you donate? We’ve made some changes recently to streamline the process and better ensure impact, all with an eye towards enhanced transparency and better communication with the community. So, here’s how it works: Each ...
For many years, I have facilitated the Caregiver Support Group at JFS. Support groups can be a wonderful thing with the right setting and the right combination of people. The logistical part of the job can be stressful, including preparing a space, ordering food, and sending out meeting ...
We are proud to announce that our amazing editor, Barbara Dab, won two Simon Rockower Awards at last month’s American Jewish Press Association (AJPA) conference in New Orleans. The first award was in the category of Excellence in News Reporting for her story, “Adoption Lawsuit Raises Questions ...