Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Statement from the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh condemns the language used in a social media post shared by Allegheny County Councilmember Bethany Hallam, implying that she believes she is not required to “be civil with Zionists.” Calls for uncivil behavior against Zionists for the perceived actions of the […]
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh joined with Jewish leaders and organizations across the U.S in signing a joint statement: “Let’s Stop the Infighting: A Call for Unity.” In a time of rising antisemitism, the statement is a reminder that what unites us as a community is far more important than what divides us. This […]
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh applauds the voters of Pittsburgh for overwhelmingly supporting two important ballot measures in yesterday’s primary election.
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh strongly condemns yesterday’s hate-fueled actions by members of the Goyim Defense League, who distributed antisemitic and racist flyers and shouted slurs at Jewish residents in Squirrel Hill.
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh welcomes the guilty plea entered by Talya Lubit in connection with the acts of vandalism at Chabad of Squirrel Hill and the Jewish Federation.
Read MoreWe stand in solidarity with Governor Josh Shapiro and his family in condemning the violent attack on their home during the first night of Passover.
Read MoreWe condemn the defacement of the Free Store in Braddock, Pennsylvania—an essential resource that provides food, clothing, diapers and formula at no cost to the community and the Fetterman family.
Read MoreFederation and StandWithUs have filed a legal challenge to the referendum petition that is believed to not only violate state and federal law, but does not have the required number of valid signatures necessary to qualify for a ballot referendum.
Read MoreThe Federation is partnering with the Beacon Coalition and StandWithUs to facilitate a series of events with Sharaka, an organization dedicated to strengthening relationships between Israel and the Arab world.
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh’s Board of Directors approved $536,000 in grants to 15 organizations dedicated to addressing antisemitism and fostering engagement among Jewish young adults.
Read MoreThis letter comes from Tamar Franbuch, the business manager for the Student Coalition for Israel at Pitt. When deciding which university to attend, an important factor for me was a strong Jewish community. This was a key factor that led me to attend the University of Pittsburgh. During my first year, I was able to […]
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is proud to announce its remarkable financial achievements for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, with $50.6 million in total financial distributions. These funds have supported vital programs, services and initiatives that strengthen Jewish life, support those in need and build a safer, more inclusive world.
Read MoreWe need leaders who can find empathy for Jewish and Israeli victims of terror.
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is greatly distressed by the attack early this morning on a Jewish University of Pittsburgh student.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is pleased to announce its 2024 Annual Meeting, to be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Jewish Community Center located at 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217.
Read MoreThe Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and our co-plaintiffs, individual rabbis and clergy from area synagogues, along with our organizational partner StandWithUs are pleased The Pittsburgh Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has withdrawn their attempt to qualify their “No War Crimes on Our Dime” referendum for the November ballot.
Read MoreThe proposed referendum seeks to determine whether the city should engage in a boycott of Israel and prohibit investments and public funds from being allocated to “entities that conduct business operations with or in the state of Israel unless and until Israel ends its military action in Gaza.
Read MoreJewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh would like to thank Mayor Ed Gainey, City Controller Rachael Heisler and City Council for their unwavering support of the Jewish community and their condemnation of vandalism as a form of protest.
Read MoreJewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is thrilled to announce a $250,000 early childhood security grant from The Tepper Foundation through Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), helping to protect one of our most vulnerable populations during a time when antisemitism is spreading across the nation. Funders intend for grant to help in hiring security personnel to protect pre-schools, day camps and after-school programs, as well as supporting other faith communities’ security needs.
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