The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the JCRC of Greater Washington are horrified by today’s brutal terror attack in Beersheba, Israel, and heartbroken by the loss of at least four innocent Israeli lives. This follows several stabbing attempts in Israel over the past few weeks. The continued incitement of violence perpetuated by Islamic extremists has no justification, and we join Israel’s Jewish and Arab political parties in their unified condemnation of the attack.
We stand with Israelis and with Israel as it continues to combat incitement and terror. We hope and pray for the full and speedy recovery of the injured, and pray for the loved ones of those senselessly murdered. May their memories be for a blessing.
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| | | Thank you to the more than 2,800 donors who have contributed to Federation’s Ukraine Emergency fund. Your collective donations now total more than $1.4 million. One hundred percent of these funds will continue to support Ukraine’s Jewish community.
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COMMUNITY NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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|  |  Maryland Gubernatorial Candidates Forum
Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC)
The JCRC is holding a series of meetings with candidates running for Maryland Governor, Montgomery County Executive, and Maryland Congressional District 4. This week, hear from candidate Peter Franchot.
Register today
» Thursday, March 24 | 8:30 AM
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| | | Applications Open for the Israel Engagement Fellowship
Jewish Community Relations Council
Calling all 10th - 12th graders! Applications are open for the Israel Engagement Fellowship, an opportunity to explore the trends on college campuses and how Israel fits into broader conversations. Participants will explore the centrality of Israel in Jewish history, discover the many facets of Israel, examine the Israeli-Arab conflict, learn from differing narratives, and develop a uniquely personal Israel story.
Apply today
» Application deadline: Wednesday, March 23
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| | | Northern Virginia Virtual 50+ Employment Expo
Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA)
Are you or do you know a senior looking for salaried full-time or part-time employment? Join Federation partner JCA for the Virtual 50+ Employment Expo in Northern VA! Network with area employers, attend free workshops, and learn new job skills.
Register today
» Tuesday, March 29 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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VIRTUAL EVENTS AND RESOURCES
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| Ruach and Roll: The Story of Jews in Rock Music
Congregation Etz Hayim
Join Congregation Etz Hayim for a music-filled tour of the history of Jews in rock’n’roll. From Alan Freed to Carole King, Bob Dylan to Drake, they will discuss the lives of some of the greatest Jewish contributors to rock’n’roll, and you'll hear plenty of their amazing music along the way.
Register today
» Saturday, March 26 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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| Little Passover Noshers
PJ Library, Federation, and Bender JCC of Greater Washington
Join PJ Library, Federation partner Bender JCC, and Cookie Monster in a party for your taste buds your littlest ones will love. Learn fun Passover facts, create crafts, and enjoy PJ Library storytime. Plus, as part of Federation’s Good Deeds Week, donate fruit for JSSA's Meals on Wheels.
Register today
» Sunday, April 3 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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| Find your perfect volunteer opportunity below, or visit Federation’s Jconnections for more ways to be a force for good in our community. And from April 3rd – 11th, join Federation and thousands across our community for Good Deeds Week!
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- Passover Food Drive
This Passover, help the Capital Kosher Pantry collect Kosher for Passover foods and cleaning supplies to distribute to local families in need.
- Community Cares Night with Federation partner EDCJCC and Housing Up
On Thursday, March 31st from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM, join Housing Up, a new partner of the EDCJCC, to spend an evening playing games, doing arts & crafts, and leading programs for children and parents living at a Housing Up apartment complex. Volunteers will work with Housing Up staff to run activities and build relationships with the apartment residents.
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| Our friends at the Washington Jewish Week are offering members of our community a free, one-year subscription. Sign up today!
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| | | Need Support? Call 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line
Call (703) J-CARING (703-522-7464) to connect with a professional ready to assist you. Serving residents of DC, MD, and Northern VA, support is available Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. All calls are confidential. Federation, JSSA, and our network of human service organizations are here for you.
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