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2019 Applications open for Kranzberg Family Foundation Grants
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...
Forum will look at pluralism movement in Israel
Two prominent proponents of pluralism in Israel, Rabbi Gilad Kariv and Dr. Yizhar Hess, will discuss what is happening on the ground in Israel during a Nov. 13 panel discussion at the Kaplan Feldman Complex (12 Millstone Campus Drive). Rabbi Kariv and Dr. Hess are...
Making a Leap of Faith
by Rachel Thimangu As 10 of us prepared to embark for Israel by listening to the memories and advice of others who had gone before, one thing became clear: We’re not just taking a trip. We’re making a leap of faith. Trust the system. Trust each other. Trust Mindee...
Don’t Miss L’Chaim! Women Changing the World with Former Miss World Linor Abargil
Only two weeks remain before L’Chaim! returns and tickets are going quickly. The Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis evening of celebration, community and giving will feature former Miss World Linor Abargil on Thursday, Nov. 1. Less than 94...
Taste of Our Jewish Community Forum Seeks Young Professionals
All young professionals with the skills and passion to be influential in the Jewish community are invited to take part in “Taste of Our Jewish Community,” a unique four-course forum designed to enrich their knowledge of the community. The first course, “Setting the...
JProStl Peer Recognition and Partnership Award Nominations are due October 31
JProStl, the association dedicated to supporting professionals working at Jewish organizations throughout St. Louis, is now accepting nominations for the 14th Annual JProStl Peer Recognition Awards and the 4th Annual JProStl Partnership Award. The theme for the event...
Hurricane Florence Relief Fund
Jewish Federation of St. Louis is working diligently to help raise funds to support emergency relief for the Jewish and general communities in the Carolinas, Virginia, and other areas devastated by Hurricane Florence. CNN.com reports that the hurricane made landfall...
Center for Jewish Learning Announces New Classes in History, Arts & Culture, Yiddish
The Center for Jewish Learning (CJL) invites everyone to discover the richness of Jewish learning with our fall Adult Education Classes. CJL, a division of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, offers a wide selection of courses for adults with varied interests and...
World War I History Remembered with KC Trip, Soldiers Memorial Reopening
Two exciting events are coming this fall for area residents with an appreciation of the history of World War I and how it relates to Missouri. The Friends of Jefferson Barracks will host a trip from St. Louis to Kansas City on Oct. 22 and 23 to visit the Harry S....
Jewish Federation of St. Louis 2018 Annual Meeting Will Include Rededication and Open House
Jewish Federation of St. Louis invites the entire community to see its newly remodeled and newly renamed Kaplan Feldman Complex on September 27 for the Federation’s 2018 Annual Meeting. Coming during the celebration of Sukkot, the Annual Meeting will feature a Sukkah,...