As we mark one month since the devastating attacks by Hamas on Israel, our Jewish community continues to demand the immediate release of the hostages and mourn alongside the families of the victims. We have gathered in solidarity with Israel and one another, collectively raised more than $13 million for the crisis relief efforts, and are supporting the organizations on the ground working to meet essential needs. Learn more about our efforts to date here, and join us on November 14^th as we March for Israel – more details on that below.

MARCH FOR ISRAEL

Join Us to March for Israel in One Week!

We’ve all heard voices of hatred and antisemitism around the globe glorifying the October 7^th attacks. But these voices will never drown out those of Americans who stand against terror and with Israel. Now it’s time to raise your voice: to defeat antisemitism, to demand freedom for the hostages, and to demonstrate that America stands with Israel.

Register to march for Israel and receive the latest updates

» Tuesday, November 14 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

FEDERATION NEWS & UPDATES

Summer Camp Grant Applications Now Open for 2024!

One Happy Camper grants for summer 2024 are now available! First-time campers are eligible for up to $1,000 from The Jewish Federation and the Foundation for Jewish Camp's One Happy Camper incentive grant program. Once grants are gone, they're gone – so apply for yours today!

Learn more here

Federation's Next Gen Awards Flash Philanthropy Grants to HIAS and JCRC

On October 26^th, a passionate group of leaders in their 20s and 30s gathered for Flash Philanthropy: a one-night-only experience to explore the Jewish values that drive their philanthropy and discover the power of collective giving. Participants heard from nine local organizations focused on tikkun olam (repairing the world), and worked in giving circles to philanthropic grants in support of the work that inspired them. The grantees included HIAS, which received $10,000 for their work with refugees the Jewish Community Relations Council, which received $4,500 for their advocacy on behalf of our Jewish community.

Enjoy photos from the evening

Nominate a Jewish Communal Professional for the Impossible Dream Award

Do you know an outstanding professional working in the Jewish community? If you do, you know they deserve a reward for their meaningful work. Nominations for The Phyllis Margolius Family Foundation Impossible Dream Award, recognizing an outstanding Jewish professional in the DC area, are now open!

Learn more and submit your nominations by December 31^st

Commit To Action: Countering Active Threat Training

Antisemitic rhetoric and incidents are on the rise, especially in the wake of the Hamas attacks on Israel. As the conflict in Israel rages on, the North American Jewish community continues to face an evolving threat landscape. Join Federation partner, Secure Community Network, to commit to action and learn life-saving skills in the event of an active threat.

Register here

» Thursday, November 9 | 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM 

Recognizing and Responding: Antisemitism in the Workplace

Join Federation partner, the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington, for a webinar with the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Commissioner, Keith Sonderling, and Washington Field Office Director, Mindy Weinstein, for a presentation on antisemitism in the workplace, how to recognize it, and how to respond. 

Register here

» Monday, November 12 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM 

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