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Outgoing Jewish Agency head celebrated at NYC event

Natan Sharansky is feted as he prepares to leave The Jewish Agency. Read more

Safe, respectful, equitable: Launching a new partnership for communal life

JFNA is among the more than 25 Jewish organizations rolling out a new plan to ensure the end of sexual harassment and misconduct, as well as gender and sexual orientation discrimination, in Jewish communities. Read more.

The Conversations We Need to Be Having (op-ed)

Gil Preuss, CEO of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, writes about the importance of open dialogue — and open minds — in the Jewish community. Read more.

Donor-advised fund giving reflects larger philanthropy patterns — mostly

In 2016, contributions to donor-advised funds grew at nearly triple the rate of overall charitable growth. Read a new major study on these important giving vehicles. Read more.

 

New JDC head brings a business approach to aiding needy Jews

The new CEO + EVP of Federation partner JDC outlines his leadership vision. Read more.