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Women’s Philanthropy installs executive committee and board
On Sunday, Oct. 3, Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis installed its Executive Committee and Board for the 2021-2023 term. Laura Fields is the new Chair of Women’s Philanthropy, working with Abby Goldstein (Vice Chair, Engagement), Linda Kusmer...
Rubin and Gloria Feldman Family Educational Institute to accept applications for Holocaust education funding
Today, the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum announced the opening of the fall funding cycle for the Rubin and Gloria Feldman Family Educational Institute. Interested individuals and organizations can apply for funds of up to $5,000 on the Institute’s online...
The Rubin Israel Experience – Day 5
Written by Lea-Rachel Kosnik The morning, began with an early breakfast and checkout from our cabins at Kibbutz Dalia in Yokneam, then it was onto the bus for our drive to Jerusalem! On the way we learned important history from our guide, Yona, aided by his...
Applications open for Kranzberg Family Foundation grants
The Kranzberg Family Foundation, a supporting foundation of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, will be accepting applications for its 2022 funding cycle until Nov. 11. Established through a generous commitment from Ken Kranzberg, the Foundation's purpose is to...
The Rubin Israel Experience – Day 4
Written by Risa Brown Wow! What a day we had today. We started our morning off with a tour of Kibbutz Dalia. Moshe was our amazing tour guide. He has lived on the Kibbutz his whole life. Kibbutz Dalia started in 1939, and he was born in 1941. Next, we went to the...
New Federation mini-grants will address mental health concerns faced by young adults
Jewish Federation of St. Louis is accepting applications for mini-grants for pilot projects that focus on building resilience and community connection among Jewish young adults during the pandemic and beyond. “Mental health issues among young adults in the St. Louis...
The Rubin Israel Experience – Day 3
Written by Risa Brown As sad as we were to leave Tel Aviv, we were excited for our next experience. After another delicious breakfast, we headed to Rabin Square Memorial. Yona shared the history of this monument with us as well as the legacy of Prime Minister Yitzhak...
The Rubin Israel Experience – Days 1 & 2
Written by Helen Petty After a 7 am flight from St. Louis, a six-hour layover in Newark , plus one overnight 10 hour flight to Tel Aviv on the biggest airplane I’ve ever seen we finally made it to Israel! It took some time to get out of the airport because of the new...
‘Why St. Louis’ to explore how business can attract, retain talent
Jewish Federation of St. Louis’ Professional Society is planning a virtual program examining how businesses can attract and retain talent to St. Louis. “Why St. Louis” will include opening remarks by St. Louis Mayor Tishaura O. Jones and will be moderated by Peter...
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...