For nearly three decades, the Jewish Federation of Cleveland has shared a remarkable partnership with the city of Beit Shean and the Valley of Springs region in Israel. What began in 1995 as a vision of connection and mutual growth has blossomed into a living bridge—one built on shared values, friendship, and a deep commitment to strengthening Jewish life in both communities.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland announced today that Susan Reis is the 2025 recipient of the Irene Zehman Volunteer Award.

Our community came together to mark two years since the horrific attacks in Israel on October 7, 2023.

Together, we can achieve anything! By supporting the 2025 Campaign, our community ensures that basic needs are met, antisemitism is confronted, Jewish traditions are celebrated and passed on, and so much more.

Ten years ago, Women IN Philanthropy created the mentoring program Coaching Circles. It's an opportunity for women of all ages and places in their lives to grow alongside each other in a meaningful and personal way.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Chaplaincy program comforts members of the Jewish community in hospitals, nursing homes, the military and prisons through correspondence and visits from rabbis and volunteers.

Our Young Leadership Division celebrated the Moroccan holiday of Mimouna, which highlights the end of Passover.

On the campus of Federation beneficiary agency, Bellefaire JCB sits Monarch Center for Autism - a charter non-public school that helps to create a language-rich environment for children ages 5-21.

Our community came together in the wake of the murders of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky.

Mazel tov, Elisabeth Sherman for receiving the 2025 Ruby Bass Challenge Award for her exemplary dedication and leadership to the Jewish Federation of Cleveland and the Women IN Philanthropy Campaign.