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Hunger doesn’t take a vacation

Hunger doesn’t take a vacation

Summer is here and while that’s good news for kids who will be going off to camp, the beach or to other enriching activities, for families that depend on school meals for balanced nutrition it’s not so great. Read More »

Federation Instrumental in Landmark L.A. City Council Resolution in Support of Israel

Federation Instrumental in Landmark L.A. City Council Resolution in Support of Israel

On June 12th, thanks to our Federation’s advocacy efforts, the Los Angeles City Council unanimously passed a resolution that delivers a significant blow to the anti-Israel BDS (boycott, divestment, sanctions) movement comprised of activists who seek to delegitimize and isolate Israel. Read More »

Natan Sharansky: Our Community Welcomes A Hero of the Jewish People

Natan Sharansky: Our Community Welcomes A Hero of the Jewish People

During a week of briefings and private receptions in Los Angeles, when Natan Sharansky spoke, our community listened. Whether it was to the leaders whose generous donations funded Operation Exodus in the early 90s, the adult children of the Russian Jews who were able to leave the former Soviet Union... Read More »

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JFed Volunteers Kick-off Summer with Service and Fun!

JFed Volunteers Kick-off Summer with Service and Fun!

This past Sunday, The Jewish Federation held its third Community Service Day of 2013. Over 100 of our dedicated volunteers participated in projects that helped over 1,000 people! Read More »

Front Line Responders Explore the World of Public Benefits

Front Line Responders Explore the World of Public Benefits

There’s an alphabet soup out there of government programs available to low income people in our community, but the system can get overwhelming for both the clients and the professionals. To better understand those programs, the Federation’s Caring for Jews in Need Strategic Initiative organized a program for professionals from across LA... Read More »

Jewish Community Advocates in Sacramento

Jewish Community Advocates in Sacramento

On May 20 and 21, The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles joined representatives from 13 Jewish organizations from across California to participate in the Jewish Public Affairs Committee of California’s (JPAC) 2013 Advocacy Day in Sacramento – an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships, discuss policy, and represent the greater Jewish community statewide to our legislators. Read More »

Introducing our 2013 Brawerman Fellows

Introducing our 2013 Brawerman Fellows

The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles proudly announces its 2013 Brawerman Fellows. Each of this year’s four Fellows, select graduating high school seniors residing in the Los Angeles area, will receive a $10,000 annual college scholarship. The Brawerman Fellows were chosen based upon demonstrating academic strength, financial need and a commitment to leadership, community service and Jewish engagement. During their college years, the Fellows will participate in The Geri & Richard Brawerman Leadership Institute, building leadership skills and deepening their connection to Jewish life. Read More »

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