“It is a complicated situation, but things look better than they have in decades, and may lead to an expansion of the Abraham Accords,” said Jewish Federations of North America's Dani Wassner at a special briefing on the situation in Israel. https://ow.ly/31gv50XrPuU

“We have these opportunities, and they come out of the crisis of the last two years, all of them, but this is our chance to address them,” said Eric Fingerhut, Jewish Federations of North America's President and CEO, of the upcoming #GeneralAssembly: https://ow.ly/XKjn50XrPso#GeneralAssembly

“As we gather [this weekend] in Washington, D.C., for the Jewish Federations of North America 2025 #GeneralAssembly, we do so at a time when we must unite on how to confront the challenges we face.” Read more from Shira Hutt: https://ow.ly/7xsw50XrPoC

"The Sabbath is not a day of rest for the sake of rest, but a day of rest for the sake of man." – Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel

Rahm Emanuel and Scott Jennings take center stage at the 2025 #GeneralAssembly to confront hatred from both sides of the aisle. This is the conversation our moment demands: generalassembly.org#GeneralAssembly

Jewish Federations of North America are pleased to share that we have acquired One Mitzvah A Day, a grassroots platform that was developed to express gratitude to those who ally with the Jewish community: https://ow.ly/Q6WK50Xrjt0

“Threats to the Jewish community know no borders,” said JFEDLA President and CEO Rabbi Noah Farkas. “We are proud that JFEDLA’s Community Security Initiative is now collaborating with other Jewish communities in Southern California.” https://ow.ly/twKp50Xrjrc

“We were hearing from Federations and partners: ‘I took out more chairs after Oct. 7 for an event, and I haven’t put those chairs away.’” A year later they wanted to know if that was still taking place. It was," said Jewish Federations of North America's Mimi Kravetz. https://ow.ly/PrNg50XrjpH

Through their support for Save Ukraine, the largest humanitarian organization dedicated to rescuing kidnapped Ukrainian children from Russia, Jewish Federations of North America have helped rescue 137 Ukrainian children: https://ow.ly/jBs350Xrjna

Jewish Federations of North America are deeply relieved that the lapse in SNAP benefits is coming to an end and that Congress has funded the program for the full fiscal year, but our relief is tempered by the urgency of what comes next. Our full statement: https://ow.ly/t69550XqS7u

“This is a moment when having the opportunity to come together as a North American Jewish community, alongside our partners and stakeholders from Israel and beyond, is essential,” says Jewish Federations of North America's Shira Hutt of the #GeneralAssembly. www.jpost.com/diaspora/art...

“As Israel begins to turn the page and its needs transition from emergency to rebuilding, it is time for the 141 Federations in our system to prioritize and further our efforts to Rebuild Israel,” said @jfederations.bsky.social President and CEO Eric Fingerhut

“Our community's extraordinary willingness to show up and give in order to confront our greatest challenges is deeply inspiring and should give us all a sense of hope that the Jewish future is bright," said Jewish Federations of North America's David Heller. https://ow.ly/ehn850XqCyh

“I felt like people were attacking my family, my friends, and my community that had embraced me and wrapped their arms around me. I had this urge to get more involved,” said Kameron Norwood, a new member of the #JewishFederations National Young Leadership Cabinet https://ow.ly/LU9k50XqCv9

There are a few days left to secure your spot at the 2025 #GeneralAssembly in Washington, D.C.! Join thousands of Jewish leaders from around the world for inspirational speakers and critical discussions about the future of Jewish life in Israel and around the world. Generalassembly.org#GeneralAssembly

Lt. Hadar Goldin was killed in Gaza in 2014 and held by Hamas for over a decade. He was laid to rest earlier today in a ceremony attended by tens of thousands. May his memory be a blessing. https://ow.ly/Mzpo50Xq9jV

With the government shutdown, access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) remains uncertain. Take a moment to ask Congress to ensure that SNAP benefits continue without interruption: https://ow.ly/zsaI50Xqa4K

“One thing that Holocaust survivors have in common, they all have many different wartime experiences, but one thing they all had in common was lack of food. And here to be threatened again ... It’s incredibly distressing.” https://ow.ly/fGMs50Xq9j8

As antisemitism escalates, Jewish students are under attack from K-12 classrooms to college campuses. Help develop solutions to protect them at the 2025 #GeneralAssembly. Registration closes soon: generalassembly.org#GeneralAssembly

On #VeteransDay, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Thank you for your sacrifice and dedication.

"What we have seen here today is a miracle...This community has turned out in droves and supplied, we think, about 200,000 pounds of food to be given out to SNAP households." - Rabbi Rob Lennick, Jewish Federation of Volusia & Flagler Counties https://ow.ly/Aa8g50XpyUH

Jewish Federations of North America are relieved that, after more than eleven long years in Gaza, the body of IDF Lt. Hadar Goldin has finally been returned home to Israel. Read our full statement: https://ow.ly/EjTx50XpHcH

“As a community that regularly faces racism, we stand in solidarity with all marginalized groups,” read the statement from the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. “Hate directed at any group impacts us all.” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

“The issues and the opportunities that we face as a Jewish community are many, and when we come together as one ... all working in a common purpose, you get to the finish line sooner.” - Jewish Federations of North America's Edward Finkel https://ow.ly/kWyZ50XpyKK

“As Israel begins to turn the page and its needs transition from emergency to rebuilding, it’s time for the 141 Federations in our system to prioritize and further our efforts to Rebuild Israel,” said Eric D. Fingerhut. https://ow.ly/2u3T50XpyMy

Mazel tov to Rabbi Angela Buchdahl! Her memoir, “Heart of a Stranger,” landed on the New York Times Bestseller list in its first week. You can hear from the Rabbi in person at the 2025 #GeneralAssembly; register at generalassembly.org

CW: Sexual assault // Rom Braslavski is the first male hostage to publicly say he was sexually assaulted while held captive in Gaza. “The goal was to crush my dignity and that’s exactly what he did.” #UntilTheLastHostage https://ow.ly/JwUQ50XoBPv#UntilTheLastHostage

Ohio Jewish Communities, the advocacy arm of the eight Jewish Federations in the state, is “grateful the vast majority of the Ohio House overwhelmingly rejected the politics of hate and the blatant antisemitism on display.” https://ow.ly/uVhe50XoBNz

“We are using this unfortunate incident as a chance to share with ... lawmakers the need for funding to support the robust security infrastructure that in this case was vital to preventing a potential attack.” - Margaret Norman, Director, JCRC of Birmingham https://ow.ly/ylS350XoBrS

In the wake of Oct. 7, students and staff at Azrieli College of Engineering in Jerusalem were left with physical and emotional scars after Oct. 7, 2023. With support from Jewish Federations of North America a new Resilience Center is helping them recover: https://ow.ly/uYk550XoBMx

Jewish Federations of North America mark the solemn anniversary of Kristallnacht, the "Night of Broken Glass,” which signaled an escalation in the persecution of Jews in Europe. We honor the past by protecting the future with our promise: Never Again.

“We continue to urge the University of Windsor to rescind the harmful agreements and take further steps to restore the Jewish campus community’s confidence in the institution,” said Richard Marceau, CIJA’s vice-president of external affairs. https://ow.ly/7vUq50XoBpt

Rahm Emanuel told CNN’s The Source podcast: "We're going to have hard conversations about those who say it's permissible to do anything to resist Zionism.” See him in person at the #GeneralAssembly; link in our pinned post. https://ow.ly/uzL850XoBnh

The grant from the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh will help the JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry buy kosher food and help anyone in need: "They serve people of all food needs: gluten-free, halal, kosher," said David Heyman. https://ow.ly/rv9b50XoBoF

Best-selling author and host of the Call Me Back podcast, Dan Senor brings expert analysis to the 2025 #GeneralAssembly on the future of the Jewish community in Israel and North America. Register at generalassembly.org#GeneralAssembly

"This act is a painful reminder of the rising tide of antisemitism that continues to threaten Jewish communities across New York,” said @ujafedny.bsky.social. www.jpost.com/diaspora/ant...

“The Central Texas floods reminded us that renewal doesn’t only come from reflection, but from how we respond to the needs around us.” Read more from Phil Loewy, board chair, and Rabbi Daniel A. Septimus, CEO of @Shalom Austin. https://ow.ly/6Bb450XnX5p

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps 42 million Americans afford nutritious meals. The shutdown has left millions of Americans without vital food assistance. Urge lawmakers to act now to ensure uninterrupted benefits. https://ow.ly/axfX50XnX2B

“According to the Jewish Federations of North America 2025 Survey of Jewish Life since October 7, we’re seeing what researchers have called a “surge” in engagement.” https://ow.ly/Vp2e50XnWVx

“According to the results of a recent survey commissioned by the ADL and Jewish Federations of North America a majority of American Jews now consider antisemitism to be a normal and endemic aspect of life in the US.” https://ow.ly/b2lW50Xnl4f

“Organizing is steady, persistent work, rooted in the trust that when a tipping point moment comes, our efforts will ripple into lasting change,” writes Sheila Katz, incoming Chief Jewish Life Officer at #JewishFederations. https://ow.ly/vM4s50Xnla4

Jewish Federations of North America are relieved that American Israeli IDF Staff Sgt. Itay Chen can at long last receive the dignified burial denied him for over two years, bringing solace and some closure to his family. May his memory forever be a blessing. https://ow.ly/MrL750XnbsP

Mazel tov to Dov Ben Shimon, former CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ, who has been appointed CEO of World ORT, a #JewishFederations core partner https://ow.ly/S3Sx50XmEc2

Today, we mark 30 years since the assassination of Israeli prime minister Yitzhak Rabin. In two weeks, at the #GeneralAssembly, we will hear reflections from his granddaughter, Noa Rothman and explore his legacy. We hope you will join us: generalassembly.org

Jewish Federations of North America mourn the passing of Dick Cheney, the 46th Vice President of the United State and a dedicated public servant who was a friend to the Jewish community. Our full statement: https://ow.ly/31hh50XmHPn

“The upcoming #GeneralAssembly is expected to focus on supporting Israel’s post-war recovery, community security in the face of ongoing antisemitism and driving Jewish engagement as the post-Oct. 7 ‘Surge’ continues.” https://ow.ly/FabT50XmE6u

Your voice matters! Exercise your right to vote and help shape the future of our communities. #ElectionDay

It’s National Family Caregivers Month, and #JewishFederations recognize and honor the tireless dedication of those who provide care to their loved ones. Visit our website to learn about available resources: https://ow.ly/jujP50XlVmb

“These acts, intentional or not, cause fear and pain for Jewish individuals and all who understand the weight of these symbols,” read the statement from the York Jewish Community Center, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, and the Jewish Federation of Harrisburg. https://ow.ly/UXXg50XlV3f

Jewish Federations of North America are mobilizing to offer support to those in Jamaica and other Caribbean islands who have been affected by Hurricane Melissa. Please take a moment to donate to the Hurricane Relief Fund: https://ow.ly/ftFS50XlUZE