Dec 4, 2018 | Israel Center, JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
Day 2: Beersheba and Tel Aviv Today we started early on our journey to Ben Gurion University in the Negev desert. We had an opportunity to visit with cutting-edge scientists using technology to solve real-world problems. The work at BGU is ground breaking in...
Nov 20, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, PJ Library
PJ Library has hired three Parent Ambassadors, whose job will be welcoming families with young children to the Jewish community and connecting them with other young families. Abby Goldstein, Aleeza Granote, and MaryAnne Smyly Sabin all have young families and also...
Nov 14, 2018 | Community Impact, JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy
Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for our community members living in care facilities. They will make care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Hanukkah. In order...
Nov 14, 2018 | Israel Center, JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
Israel Bound is a three-week summer Israel experience for St. Louis teens in 10th-12th grade. The trip will take place June 3-26, 2019, with the group traveling throughout the country while exploring Israel’s rich history, culture and natural beauty. Time is spent...
Nov 8, 2018 | Israel Center, JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
Spots are filling up fast for the 2019 Show Me Israel Community Mission. Participate in one of four unique, customized tracks, and see Israel through your preferred lens: A Culinary Taste; Hi-Tech & Innovation; Politics & History; or Arts & Culture. And...
Oct 30, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
The deadliest act of anti-Semitism in North American history requires the greatest act of solidarity. That’s why the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is joining with major religious streams for a Solidarity Shabbat this Friday night or Saturday morning. Solidarity...
Oct 29, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
Yesterday morning at around 11 am local time, 11 people lost their lives in what is believed to be the single worst assault on Jews in United States history. The oldest was Rose Mallinger, 97. The youngest was David Rosenthal, 54. Like some of the other victims both...
Oct 28, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
A community vigil against hate will take place today at 3 pm at The J (2 Millstone Campus Drive, Creve Coeur, MO). People of all faiths are encouraged to show their support for the victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting, which claimed 11 lives. A wide...
Oct 27, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
Today’s horrific act of violence at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh is shocking and disturbing. The Jewish community of St. Louis sends our prayers to the victims, their families, and the Tree of Life congregation. We have security measures in place and...
Oct 24, 2018 | Community Impact, JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News
The Kranzberg Family Foundation, a supporting foundation of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, is accepting applications for its 2019 funding cycle from St. Louis area 501(c)(3) organizations and congregations. This year celebrates the 11th funding cycle for the...
