02/28/2019

Artist Blog: Dance as a Cultural Diplomat

Tags: Federation, Video, Arts, Israel, Overseas

Artist Blog: Dance as a Cultural Diplomat

On March 7, the Cleveland Israel Arts Connection, a program of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, will host “Dancing Conversation: Cultural Diplomacy.” This event will explore how dancers' experiences performing in the United States, Israel, and around the world have informed their expression and in some cases, changed their lives. To register for this event, please visit www.jewishcleveland.org.

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02/27/2019

Five Questions with JFNA's William Daroff

Tags: Federation, CRC, JFNA, Advocacy, Israel

Five Questions with JFNA's William Daroff

Cleveland native William Daroff lobbies on behalf of the Jewish people as the director of the Washington DC office and the senior vice president of public policy for the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA).

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02/26/2019

A Shared Earth, A Shared Cleveland

Tags: Federation, CRC, Interfaith

A Shared Earth, A Shared Cleveland

More than 100 friends and neighbors from across Greater Cleveland joined together on February 12 to celebrate our shared earth at the Interfaith Tu B’Shevat Seder. This annual event, hosted by the Jewish Federation of Cleveland and Holden Forests & Gardens, was a chance to integrate all of our traditions, connect with friends old and new, and enjoy a delicious feast of the fruits of the land.

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02/26/2019

What's Happening in March: Upcoming Events

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What's Happening in March: Upcoming Events

We hope you'll join us at some of our upcoming Federation events this month. There's something for everyone! To learn more or register, simply click on the links corresponding to the event you're interested in attending.

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02/25/2019

Announcing “Dancing Conversation: Cultural Diplomacy”

Tags: Federation, Video, Arts, Israel, Overseas

Announcing “Dancing Conversation: Cultural Diplomacy”

The Cleveland Israel Arts Connection, a program of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, will host “Dancing Conversation: Cultural Diplomacy,” on Thursday, March 7 at 7:00 pm at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building (25701 Science Park Drive in Beachwood). Registration cost is $10/person. To register for this event, please visit www.jewishcleveland.org.

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02/25/2019

Remembering Henry Goodman

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Remembering Henry Goodman

We are saddened to share the loss of former Jewish Federation of Cleveland Board Chair, life trustee, and longtime respected community leader Henry Goodman z"l.

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02/21/2019

2019 Volunteer Opportunities

Tags: Volunteer, impact

2019 Volunteer Opportunities

IMPACT! Volunteers: Check out these volunteer opportunities just for you.

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02/15/2019

Five Questions with Roots' Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Shadi Abu Awwad

Tags: Federation, Advocacy, Israel, Overseas

Five Questions with Roots' Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Shadi Abu Awwad

Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Shadi Abu Awwad see a future where there is peace between the Israeli and Palestinian people. As leaders of the non-profit organization, Roots, they are building a unique network of local Palestinians and Israelis who have come to see each other as the partners needed to make changes and end the ongoing conflict between the two cultures. Through their work, they are fostering a grassroots movement of understanding, nonviolence, and transformation founded on dignity, trust, mutual recognition, and respect.

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02/15/2019

New Year’s Resolutions for Philanthropy: Climate Looks Bright

Tags: Federation, Women

New Year’s Resolutions for Philanthropy: Climate Looks Bright

At the start of every new year, most people set out to better themselves with resolutions. Many of us promise to eat healthier, exercise more, pick up a new hobby or check off the bucket list. The beginning of a new year also affords an opportunity to take a step back and reflect on our lives with a renewed sense of hope that we can make positive changes and do things differently.

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02/14/2019

Announcing the YLD Microgrant Program Recipients

Tags: Federation, PR, Young Adults

Announcing the YLD Microgrant Program Recipients

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland announced today its fourth cohort of Young Leadership Division (YLD) Microgrant Program recipients. With the YLD Microgrant Program, YLD hopes to create a thriving, vibrant Jewish Cleveland young adult community by empowering individuals or groups to create, plan, and host experiences for Jewish Clevelanders (ages 22-45).

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