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11/11/2024

Jewish Federation of Cleveland's Women IN Philanthropy MaIN Event to Take Place Nov. 21

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Jewish Federation of Cleveland's Women IN Philanthropy MaIN Event to Take Place Nov. 21

Adeena Sussman, chef, author and advocate for Israel, will make an appearance in Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Women IN Philanthropy MaIN Event, named to reference inclusivity, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Nov. 21 at Green Road Synagogue at 2437 S. Green Road in Beachwood.

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11/08/2024

A Voyage of Solidarity and Support

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A Voyage of Solidarity and Support

We traveled to Israel last month with the Jewish Federation of Cleveland on a Solidarity Mission alongside 16 fellow community members. Although this was Michael’s third visit since Oct. 7, 2023, Raquel wanted to bear witness to this “pogrom” on the ground in Israel as well. We wanted to understand the existing state of affairs in our homeland both physically and figuratively.

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11/07/2024

Federation YLD to Host Actor, Writer, Producer Nov. 14

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Federation YLD to Host Actor, Writer, Producer Nov. 14

Jonah Platt will discuss his Jewish identity at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Young Leadership Division Big Event, the signature fundraising event for the division, from 7 to 10 p.m. Nov. 14 at Congregation Mishkan Or at 26000 Shaker Blvd. in Beachwood.

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11/01/2024

Upcoming Events for You

Tags: Federation, Israel, Young Adults, Women, Arts

Upcoming Events for You

We hope to see you at our November events. This month, we are hosting an open house for our latest gallery exhibit, bringing together our Young Leadership Division for a night of philanthropy, and hosting Jewish Cleveland women for a special annual Campaign event.

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10/22/2024

Beth Rosenberg Receives Prestigious Gries Family Award

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Beth Rosenberg Receives Prestigious Gries Family Award

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland announced that Beth Rosenberg is the 2024 recipient of the Gries Family Award in recognition of her lasting impact in Cleveland’s Jewish and general communities. For more than 25 years, the Gries Family Award has honored individuals who have demonstrated extensive top leadership in Federation and other local Jewish organization activities, as well as significant leadership in Greater Cleveland’s general community. Rosenberg, co-founder of Front Door Consulting, was presented the award at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland Board of Trustees meeting on October 15.

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10/18/2024

Become a Planter, Planner for Jewish Community’s Next Century

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Become a Planter, Planner for Jewish Community’s Next Century

Caring for each other and planning for the future has always been an essential aspect of Jewish life. This sentiment is captured in the Talmudic story of Honi haMa’aggel, who in his travels saw an old man planting a tree. When asked when it would bear fruit, the old man answered, in 70 years. When asked if he expected to eat that fruit, the old man responded that just as the generation before him planted before he was born, so too does he plant for those who will come after him.

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10/15/2024

WATCH: Jewish Cleveland Commemorates One Year Since October 7 Attacks

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WATCH: Jewish Cleveland Commemorates One Year Since October 7 Attacks

More than 2,500 community members came together to remember all those who were lost or stolen a year ago, demand the release of the hostages, and pray for the day when neighbors can live side by side in peace.

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10/15/2024

"Healing Through Chesed" Events

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"Healing Through Chesed" Events

Please join our community to recharge with these "Healing Through Chesed" events. These opportunities showcase the ways in which Jewish Cleveland cares for one another through hands-on activities and opportunities for our community to come together in mind, body and spirit.

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10/11/2024

The Collective Power of Jewish Cleveland's Campaign

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The Collective Power of Jewish Cleveland's Campaign

The times in which we live are critical and constantly changing around us. In the past few years, we have faced a global pandemic and a war in Ukraine. Over the last 12 months, Israel has been drawn into a war with Hamas while defending itself from other terrorist groups. At the same time, the Jewish people have been targeted with a level of hatred and violence not seen in generations.

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10/09/2024

2,500 Attend Federation Ceremony to Mark Oct. 7 Attack Anniversary

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2,500 Attend Federation Ceremony to Mark Oct. 7 Attack Anniversary

More than 2,500 people united in solidarity to show their support with the state of Israel at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s 10-7-23 Commemoration on Oct. 7 outside its Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building in Beachwood.

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