Adam Hertzman
We at the Jewish Federation are angered and sickened by these repeated attacks but reinvigorated to combat the escalating wave of antisemitism in a community that previously experienced the worst antisemitic attack in U.S. history.
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On Oct. 27, 2023, we join people across Pittsburgh to remember the eleven people killed in the antisemitic attack on Congregation Dor Hadash, New Light Congregation and Tree of Life Congregation five years ago.
Read MoreThe following is an update from Jewish Federations of North America, the parent organization of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh: As Shabbat approaches in Israel, Jewish Federations’ Israel Office presents a shortened summary of the latest developments in the War with Hamas. Full updates will resume next week. Meanwhile, from Jerusalem, we wish all […]
Read MoreThe following is an update from Jewish Federations of North America, the parent organization of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh: Key Points On day 12 of Israel’s War with Hamas, US President Joe Biden has landed in Israel in a highly significant show of solidarity and support. This is the first ever visit of […]
Read MoreThe following is an update from Jewish Federations of North America, the parent organization of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh: Key Points: On day 13 of Israel’s War with Hamas, US President Joe Biden concluded his visit and his strong show of solidarity. This morning, the UK’s Prime Minister Rishi Sunak landed in Israel […]
Read MoreThe following is an update from Jewish Federations of North America, the parent organization of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh: Key Points: On day 10 of Israel’s War with Hamas, rocket fire has slowed considerably as Hamas appears to be losing control over Gaza. With a ground invasion imminent, US President Biden is said […]
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On behalf of the entire Pittsburgh Jewish community, we at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh unequivocally condemn this terrorist attack.
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Read MoreWe are grateful to the prosecution team for their meticulous process to seek justice for the victims, and we are grateful to the jury for their time and dedication in reaching this sentence.
Read MoreArnie and Adrien Gefsky have endowed the adult Jewish learning scholar position through a planned gift at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh’s Jewish Community Foundation that will cover the costs of the position in perpetuity. The resident scholar will become the H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Community Scholar. “We are immensely grateful for […]
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NOTE: Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is a major donor to Violins of Hope through our Jewish Community Foundation, but this is not an official Jewish Federation program. Due to our policy on religious observance, we do not participate in events on Saturdays. Calling all music enthusiasts: have you ever considered donating a gently used […]
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AgeWell Pittsburgh, a collaboration to provide continuity of care for older adults, announced that they have received the SAGECare credential, demonstrating their competency in caring for LGBTQ+ older adults. AgeWell Pittsburgh comprises staff from the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, Jewish Family and Community Services, and Jewish Association on Aging. Jewish Federation of Greater […]
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Jewish teens have emerged from the pandemic with the urge to connect with other teens like them and to learn leadership. They are meeting these desires through Jewish youth group experiences—and deepening their connection to Jewish life as well. “They’re getting a sense of how to find their voice, getting enriched intellectually, figuring out what […]
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In recognition of surging teen mental health concerns, Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh announced funding for Moving Traditions, an organization creating innovative programs to provide safe and supportive spaces for Jewish youth to connect, grow and improve mental health. This initiative is part of Jewish Federation’s push to support those in need and take care […]
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Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh has named Andrew Stewart the recipient of the 2022 Gerald S. Ostrow (z”l) Volunteer of the Year Award.
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We are all devastated watching the news from the tragic earthquake in Turkey and Syria. The death toll is now above 11,000 and is still rising. The Jewish community in Turkey has also been hard hit. The president of the Antakya community, Saul Cenudioglu, is feared dead along with his wife, Fortuna. The town’s synagogue […]
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