Jun 10, 2016 | Israel & Overseas
As we get ready for our community Tikkun Olam Mission Trip to Eastern Europe, it’s amazing to see how far our Annual Campaign reaches. Check out what Federation partner the JDC (Joint Distribution Committee) has been working towards in Cuba!...
Jun 26, 2015 | Annual Campaign, Israel & Overseas, JFGD
This week, we share a story from our Jewish brothers and sisters at the Birmingham Federation. Over the years, our Federations have developed a strong bond, and we are honored to help spread the message regarding what is currently going on in Ukraine. Below, Richard...
Jun 5, 2015 | Annual Campaign, Israel & Overseas, JFGD
As we look forward to celebrating at Temple Israel’s Jewish Cultural Festival, we’re reminded how much celebrating Judasim brings people together. Not only does it provide a safe environment to explore our own Jewish culture and heritage, it also promotes...
May 29, 2015 | Annual Campaign, Israel & Overseas, JFGD
As a teenager during World War II, Aza and her mother fled to Central Asia after the Nazis invaded her native Ukraine and her father was killed on the front lines. Even when it was considered safe enough to return, mother and daughter stayed away. With their hometown...
