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COMMUNITY NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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|  Jewish Americans in 2020
Pew Research Center, The Jewish Federations of North America, and The Neubauer Family Foundation
Join a virtual presentation and conversation about the findings from the Pew Center’s 2020 survey of Jewish Americans. We will unpack the Jewish American experience by examining religious beliefs and practices, cultural engagement, diversity, views of Jewish identity, and experiences with antisemitism among Jewish Americans. Register today
» Tuesday, May 11th | 3:00 PM
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|  Flash Philanthropy
Federation's Young Leadership
Passionate, emerging local philanthropists in their 20s and 30s are invited to a one-night only virtual giving circle experience. Come together to award $50,000 to Israeli organizations that are building a society of inclusion, equity, and justice for all of Israel's citizens. Learn more and register today
» Wednesday, May 12th | 7:00 PM
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| | | Road to Independence Virtual Resource Fair
Federation
In partnership with the Transition Work Group of Montgomery County, Federation is pleased to host webinars throughout May. Topics include government benefits, housing, independent living, and recreation. The webinars are free and open to adults, young adults, and high school students who are transitioning into the workforce or higher education. Register today
*Separate registration required for each webinar
» Wednesdays, May 5th, May 12th, May 19th, and May 26th | 7:00 PM
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| | | Antisemitism on Campus
Israeli American Council (IAC) and Hillel International
Future college students and parents are invited to learn how to identify and combat antisemitism on campus. Currently, levels of antisemitism on campus are on the rise. The keynote speakers will provide you and your child with practical tools and guidance to support students and parents. Register today
» Wednesday, May 5th | 8:00 PM – 9:15 PM
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| | | Jewish Changemakers Fellowship
The Jewish Federations of North America
Are you 20-24? Looking for valuable career development, a networking opportunity, and one of the best summers of your life? Want to earn $350? Join the Jewish Changemakers Fellowship, a three-week interactive, online global leadership experience.
Register and learn more
» Applications close Sunday, May 9th
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VIRTUAL EVENTS AND RESOURCES
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| Gather NoVA's Open Door Fellowship Application
Gather NoVA
Gather NoVA's Open Doors Fellowship is an immersive 12-week long experience that brings together and trains Jewish young adults who live in Northern Virginia (NoVA) to become leaders, conveners, and facilitators of NoVA Jewish life. As a cohort, NoVA Open Doors Fellows will become exceptional relationship builders and work to create a more welcoming, inclusive, and interconnected NoVA Jewish community. Apply today
» Applications due: Friday, May 7th
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| Jewish Flavor: Shavuot Feast
Sixth & I
The week before Shavuot, Chef Vered Guttman puts a Sephardic twist on the Ashkenazi tradition of eating dairy dishes on the holiday. Register today
» Tuesday, May 11th | 7:00 PM
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| Virtual Bim Bom Bag: Shavuot
PJ Library, Bender JCC of Greater Washington, Edlavitch DCJCC, and Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
Join this bagtastic and exciting opportunity to learn about the Jewish holiday of Shavuot through arts and crafts, stories, and discussions. When you sign up, you will receive a Jewish themed arts & crafts activity to work on with your child/children. A few days later, everyone will gather over Zoom and share their creative crafts, read a story, and learn cool facts about a Jewish custom or holiday.
DC Registration
MD Registration
Northern VA Registration
» Thursday, May 13th | 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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HIAS Letter Writing Campaign
Join HIAS for a monthly program in which volunteers write letters of compassion and solidarity to people in immigration detention and participate in a short learning session that reflects on issues facing refugees and asylum seekers.
Become a Virtual Manna Call Center Volunteer
Volunteers will answer Manna's main phone number and will learn how to direct questions from the public, assess if people qualify for our programs and delivery services, inform people of food pick up policies and location information, issue complaint logs, and direct people to other services.
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| | | Need Support? Call 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line
Federation, JSSA, and our 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, support is available Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and all calls are confidential.
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