| As Israel begins to recover from the most dramatic escalation of violence in more than a decade, Federation remains committed to helping those struggling in its wake. With gratitude to those who gave generously to our Israel Emergency Fund, we immediately began providing critical emergency aid to meet the needs on the ground. Coupled with our ongoing, core Annual Campaign support to our partners in the region, we have committed an additional $75,000 in emergency funding to support recovery efforts and rebuilding of cities and shared societies in Israel. To learn more about the current situation and our ongoing efforts, please visit shalomdc.org/Israel-2021.
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COMMUNITY NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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| | | Building Community in Northern Virginia with
Jenn Rafael
Washington Jewish Week
Jenn Rafael is fostering community connections and enhancing Jewish life across Northern Virginia, and we are very proud that she sits on Federation’s Board of Directors. As Jenn notes in a new interview with the Washington Jewish Week, "'I realized that it’s wonderful to have friends of all kinds, but I wanted to embed myself in the community. And I knew that the only way that I could provide for my son, for example, Jewish role models, was to become closer to other Jewish women and their families. So that we were raising our children together as a Jewish village.'"
Read the full profile
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| | | The 21%: The Lives of Arab Citizens of Israel
JxJ, Greater Washington Forum on Israeli Arab Issues, Federation, EDCJCC, the Naomi and Nehemiah Cohen Foundation, and other co-presenting organizations
Join JxJ for the 11th annual exploration of the daily lives and challenges of Arab citizens of Israel. Featuring a screening of The Common Goal, followed by a conversation with film director Shuki Guzik and Bedouin Arab Israeli tennis player Shadi Altori. Moderated by Erica Shaps, Program and Resources Manager at the Inter Agency Task Force on Israeli Arab Issues.
Register today
» Wednesday, May 26th | 1:00 PM
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| | | Federation's 2021 Annual Meeting
Federation
Join us for a virtual celebration of the many ways our community is building a vibrant Jewish future. Hear from keynote speaker Nadine Epstein, Editor-in-Chief & CEO of Moment Magazine, and a D’var Torah by Rabbi Sid Schwartz, Senior Fellow, Hazon: The Jewish Lab for Sustainability. Also, participate in the election and installation of Federation’s incoming Board of Directors.
Register today!
» Thursday, June 17th | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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VIRTUAL EVENTS AND RESOURCES
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| Washington Jewish Film Festival
JxJ and EDCJCC
Join the Washington Jewish Film Festival, now in its 30th year, for a robust lineup of international film premieres and sneak previews. Register today
» Wednesday, May 26th – Sunday, May 30th
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| Beit Midrash
Congregation Etz Hayim
Join Congregation Etz Hayim's Beit Midrash, or house of learning, for a dedicated time and space for deeper Torah learning. Come learn with Rav Natan and other guests about every Jew-ish thing you can possibly imagine! Register today
» Wednesday, May 26th | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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| Road to Independence Virtual Resource Fair
Federation and the Transition Work Group of Montgomery County
Join Federation for the final Road to Independence webinar: New Ways of Having Fun. The webinar is free and open to adults, young adults, and high school students who are transitioning into the workforce or higher education. Register today
» Wednesday, May 26th | 7:00 PM
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| Mental Health Awareness Month: Just Breathe
The Den Collective
May is #MentalHealthAwareness month, and this month’s Just Breathe: Wisdom + Wellness will amplify the importance of a holistic approach to health, especially as we process the pandemic and its effects on each of us and our communities.
Register today
» Sunday, May 30th | 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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| - SHARE from a Distance
Sign up to become a pen-pal or send cheerful notes and artwork through the JCA Heyman Interages® Center intergenerational programs.
- Volunteer at Martha's Table
Help Martha's Table continue to meet the 400 percent spike in need in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing healthy food, quality education, and family resources.
- Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Curbside Food Distribution
Volunteers are needed at Jefferson Houston School at 8:30 AM, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to help distribute meals curbside to walk-ups and vehicles.
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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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