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Every day of every year the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix works with hundreds of local, national and international agencies to transform lives and deliver hope, dignity and comfort to millions of people at home, in Israel and around the world—ordinary people facing extraordinary needs even in ordinary times.... Click here for more
Role of Federation Re-Focused
Recently, the Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve reorganization recommendations made by a special board appointed task force to improve the impact that the Federation has on our Jewish community... read more
America's New Foundation Starts with You
Federation links people to Valley Volunteer Opportunities
This summer, the President is calling on all Americans to participate in our nation's recovery and renewal by serving in our communities. United We Serve encourages citizens to make volunteerism and community service part of everyday life... more
Economic Crisis Resource Information
Jewish Federation is here for you...
In hard times like these, the Jewish Federation and our family of agencies, programs and services offer hope and help... find help.
Community Urged to Support EARLY Act
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Recently, the Barness Family JCC recognized the Jewish Federation at its 2009 Annual Awards Ceremony for its tremendous support of the 2009 Annual East Valley Holocaust Remembrance event, Take a Stand, which was held in April at the Chandler Center for the Arts... more
Create Memories of a Lifetime
Federation's First Summer Family Mission to Israel!
This unforgettable trip will take place in June 2010, and is open to families with children of all ages, as well as extended family members. Our kid-friendly itinerary will feature... learn more
Moving Upward During a Downturn
Tuesday, August 25 | 7:00 pm
JFCS Center for Life Enrichment Aleinu & the Jewish Federation invite you to put aside the doom and gloom for an evening of inspiration and practical tips to guide you upwards and onwards! The power-packed panel of speakers includes... read more
"The critical issue is that as bad as things are here, we are a global people, and we're all responsible one for the other, and if we don't take care of our brethren overseas, we won't be a global people anymore." So says Steve Schwager, the CEO and executive director of the JDC. He was in Phoenix to... full story
Zeidman Shifts Role at Federation
Fred Zeidman, Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix's assistant executive director and director of planning and allocations, plans to take an early retirement for health reasons, according to Adam Schwartz, federation president and CEO... more
OTZMA/UJC Launches Israel Teacher Corps
Last week, OTZMA and UJC launched Israel Teacher Corps (ITC), a 10-month program for North American college graduates to teach English in under-served Israeli public schools. Modeled after Teach for America, ITC challenges Jewish college graduates to become part of the Israeli community by... more
Scholastic Film Contest Announced
By the Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival & the New Israel Center. The contest is open to all amateur scholastic film-makers in the U.S. Filmmakers do not have to be Jewish to enter the contest, but must fall into two grade levels for which one winner will be selected for each level... details
Israel and Overseas: News & Stories
World News Headlines
- Austrian University Honors Nazi Victims(Associated Press, 07/02/2009)
- Rabbi Draws Israeli Lawmakers Wrath(United Press International, 07/02/2009)
- Merkel: Israel Must Stop Settlement Building(Associated Press, 07/02/2009)
- Egypt Guards Kill 2 Africans At Border With Israel(Associated Press, 07/02/2009)
- US Republicans lose last Jewish senator(Associated Press, 07/01/2009)
- Rome Gives Citizenship To Seized Israeli Soldier(Associated Press, 07/01/2009)
- Netanyahu: Tyrannical Regimes Must Not Get Weapons(Associated Press, 07/01/2009)
- Germany To Overturn Nazi Treason Convictions(Associated Press, 07/01/2009)
Making a Difference: Our Community Partners
Through a network of local and overseas agencies, the Federation funds crucial programs
- American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee
- Barness Family JCC
- Bureau of Jewish Education
- Council for Jews With Special Needs
- Hillel at ASU
- Jess Schwartz College Prep
- Jewish Agency for Israel
- Jewish Family & Children's Service
- Jewish Free Loan (affiliated agency)
- King David School
- Kivel Campus of Care
- Pardes Jewish Day School
- Phoenix Hebrew Academy
- Va'ad Hakashruth
- Valley of the Sun JCC
- World ORT
The Jewish Federation has partnered with a call center in Israel to assist in making calls on behalf of the Annual Campaign for Jewish Needs. The call center staff is currently making calls from Jerusalem... more
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