| | | Get Out and Vote
Election Day is TODAY! The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the JCRC celebrate American democracy. Our Jewish values emphasize the importance of voting and civic participation. Every vote matters and should be counted. Polls are open until 8:00 PM in DC & MD, and until 7:00 PM in VA. If you have not already voted, use the links below to find your polling place. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard!
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FEATURED EVENTS & RESOURCES
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| | | The Stakes Are High: Post Election Analysis
The Jewish Federations of North America
Experts across the political spectrum and beyond agree: the stakes of the upcoming election are as high as they've ever been. Join CNN Analyst Bakari Sellers, and JTA Washington Bureau Chief Ron Kampeas, and a team of Jewish communal experts for a deep dive into what the outcome means for Jewish communities & the U.S.-Israel relationship.
» Friday, November 6 | 11:00 AM
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| | | From Election to Inauguration and Beyond: Jewish Identity and Civic Responsibility
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the Shalom Hartman Institute
Join us online for a timely pre-Thanksgiving conversation between Yehuda Kurtzer, President of the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America, and Tamara Cofman Wittes, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, as they reflect on the aftermath of the US presidential election and the implications for the Jewish community. The conversation will be moderated by Gil Preuss, CEO of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.
» Tuesday, November 24 | 12:00 PM
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VIRTUAL EVENTS & RESOURCES: CONNECT WITH PURPOSE
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| Hillel Virtual College Fair
Join Hillel to explore Jewish life on more than 150 campuses in the U.S. and Canada at Hillel’s first-ever virtual college fair Nov. 22–24! Meet with current students and Hillel staff from schools that you’re considering, and ask the questions that matter most to you. The Hillel College Fair is a completely online event, and is free to attend for students, their parents/guardians, and anyone who wants to learn about Jewish college life. Sign up now so you don’t miss out!
» November 22-24
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| Where were you when Yitzhak Rabin was assassinated?
Federation's Community Shlichim (Israeli Emissaries)
On November 5, 2020, 25 years and a day since the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, Federation's Community Shlichim will talk about their personal memories from that night and the collective Israeli memory that has been shaped ever since. Join the shlichim for an open and honest conversation about one of the most significant moments in Israel which changed the course of its history. For some background on Rabin and the assassination, watch this video or read more.
» Thursday, November 5 | 8:00 PM
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| Israel in the Shadow of COVID-19: Just the Facts
Maryland/Israel Development Center
The coronavirus crisis has affected nearly all aspects of Israeli society, from the healthcare and education systems to the labor market and economy at large. This presentation will use Taub Center research and data analysis to provide an overview of the pandemic’s impact on Israel, a comparative analysis of the country’s infection and mortality rates, and an assessment of Israel’s response to the pandemic.
» Tuesday, November 17 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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| Grandparent Workshop: Compassionate Listening
Bender JCC of Greater Washington, Edalvitch DCJCC, Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia, PJ Library, and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
Join facilitator Amalia Phillips, lifelong Jewish educator turned compassionate listening coach, as she leads this four-part workshop on compassionate communication and becoming a powerful peacemaker in your family. Here is a chance to enjoy deep social connections with other grandparents while developing skills and cultivating resilience and compassion. We especially need these skills and the circle of brave fellow learners to gather in a supportive space in these challenging times.
» Mondays, November 9, 16, 23, and 30 | 6:30 PM
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| Not Your Grandma's Estate & Financial Planning
Federation's Young Leadership, The Network, Families with Young Children Committee, and PJ Library
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to learn from Marcie L. Brecher, Esq. of West & Feinberg, P.C., and Brad Sherman, Founder and President of Sherman Wealth Management, about the many options available to help secure your financial future. Afterwards, join small breakout rooms for a group conversation with an accountant, estate and trust attorney, financial advisor/wealth manager, or insurance advisor. Register today!
» Wednesday, November 18 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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| Post-election Leadership Lunches Facilitated by Dr. Erica Brown
GW Mayberg Center for Jewish Education and Leadership
Join the GW Mayberg Center for Jewish Education and Leadership to talk about strong, values-based leadership. Sessions include Leadership and Maintaining a Sacred Heart with author and retired professor of leadership, politics, and the media at the Harvard Kennedy School, Dr. Marty Linsky, Going Primitive: A New Theory of Leadership with Marco Greenberg, author of Primitive: Tapping The Primal Drive That Powers the World's Most Successful People, and Managing Your Inner Critic with Tara Sophia Mohr, author of Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead.
» November 11, and 25, and December 9 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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Food Collection for Capital Kosher Pantry
Yad Yehuda of Greater Washington
Help community members who are experiencing food insecurity by making a food donation. Yad Yehudah's Capital Kosher Pantry serves needy individuals and families across the entire Washington area Jewish community. The Pantry has collection locations for non-perishable foods throughout the Greater Washington area. Generous volunteers at these and other partner institutions advertise food drives at their locations, maintain the box, and deliver the contents when the box is full. Help community members who are experiencing food insecurity by making a food donation.
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Everything But the Turkey
Edlavitch DCJCC
Join the Edlavitch DCJCC for a variety of virtual and in-person opportunities to give back, including Everything But the Turkey (EBTT). Check out the different ways you can get involved and find the opportunities that best fit your circumstances surrounding the pandemic.
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Social Action Toolkit for Families with Young Children
PJ Library and Federation
Looking for ways to engage kids in acts of loving kindness? Explore the Social Action Toolkit for opportunities to donate food items across the DMV, tips on how to organize your own food drive, and PJ Library storytime ideas to connect the values behind doing good.
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STRENGTHENING OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY FOR A VIBRANT FUTURE
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| Federation remains committed to meeting our community’s changing needs in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to the generosity of donors to Federation's Annual Campaign, we have been able to support the most vulnerable members of our Jewish Greater Washington community with crucial resources and sustain our vital institutions during this time of crisis. Every gift to Federation’s 2020 Annual Campaign will help see us through this pandemic and into a vibrant Jewish future—and all new or increased gifts made during October will be matched!
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| | | Feeling Overwhelmed or Uncertain about Your Options? Call 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line
Federation, JSSA, and the 703-J-CARING Support Line Partner Network of human service organizations are here for you. Call (703) J-CARING (703-522-7464) to connect with a professional ready to assist you. Serving residents of DC, MD, and Northern VA, 703-J-CARING is accessible Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM and all calls are confidential.
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