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Jewish Federation of St. Louis Announcement
Today, Julie Gibbs announced she is leaving her position as Vice President of Development at the Jewish Federation of St. Louis to become the Vice President and Chief Philanthropy Officer for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. With the move, Gibbs’ career is coming full circle as she worked the first 10 years of her career…
Applications open soon for academic scholarships, loans
Jewish Federation of St. Louis distributes a number of academic scholarships and interest-free loans to St. Louis area students. These scholarships are open to residents of the greater St. Louis metropolitan area, with a preference given to Jewish applicants. The applications open January 10 through April 14. Apply online at https://stlouisgraduates.academicworks.com/opportunities/4338 THE LENTIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND…
Jewish Community Joins Together for ‘Shine A Light,’ an Unprecedented Coalition to Spotlight Antisemitism
New major nationwide initiative addresses rising antisemitism through education, partnerships, advocacy, and media. Five local Jewish organizations are joining with a coalition of over 60 North American Jewish and non-Jewish organizations and corporations to launch Shine A Light, an unprecedented effort to illuminate the dangers of antisemitism through education, community partnerships, workplace engagement, and advocacy….
Update: St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum
The St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum is making great strides toward creating a world-class facility for our community and the region. At this time, an internal change is taking place and Donald (Don) Hannon has elected to step down as Interim Executive Director. “This is the key time to have the niche, subject matter…
Federation’s new Center for Legacy Giving announces a Legacy Society
Jewish Federation of St. Louis is launching a new Legacy Society through its new Center for Legacy Giving. The Center offers assistance for those who wish to include Federation in their estate plans (wills and bequests), establishing endowments (forever gifts), life income gifts, and donor advised funds. “Many members of our community have already made…
Extended Term for Greg Yawitz as Board Chair of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis
From Gerry P. Greiman, Jewish Federation of St. Louis Immediate Past Chair As the Jewish Federation of St. Louis’ Immediate Past Board Chair and Nominating Committee Chair, I am pleased to announce, on behalf of Federation’s Board of Directors and Nominating Committee that Greg Yawitz has been asked to extend his term as the current…
St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum to Host ‘Why This Matters’ Speaker Series
Series will include programs on antisemitism, Holocaust education, media literacy, and the Museum’s ongoing expansion (St. Louis, July 8, 2021) – Today, the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum announced a series of upcoming virtual programs entitled, “Why This Matters.” The series will examine crucial issues relevant to the Museum’s mission to use the history…
Operation Guardians of the Walls: Update May 21, 2021
From the Desk of Mark Wilf and Eric D. Fingerhut Dear Friends, We are reminded in the Book of Psalms that the “guardian of Israel” never “slumbers nor sleeps.” I know you agree that we in the Federation system can do no less at this critical time. Last Thursday, we wrote to you about…
An Important Message from the Jewish Federation of St. Louis
We are all living through a historic and momentous time in regard to our country’s reckoning with its history around race. Our tradition teaches us that it is not our responsibility to finish the work of perfecting the world, but we are not free to desist from it either. As an organization, the Jewish Federation…