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The Federation’s Gefsky Scholar, Rabbi Danny Schiff shares his thoughts as an Australian and Pittsburgher on the Chanukah shooting in Bondi.
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Chanukah festivities are set to begin this weekend with a menorah parade on Sunday, December 14. The parade route is from Rodef Shalom parking lot and ends at the Chabad of Squirrel Hill. There are several other events on Sunday and throughout the week. Please remain situationally aware and report any suspicious activity via the Incident Report Form.
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This week, I’m handing the keyboard off to David Heyman, Associate Vice President, Marketing, who has some wonderful news to share:
As we head into Shabbat, I’ve been thinking about how our community understands the work we do together. For generations, we have helped people learn, grow and feel supported. Yet many people still ask the same question: What exactly does the Federation do?
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We are hosting an online PCCD Security Grant Workshop on Tuesday, December 16 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Learn best practices to secure this grant funding to include budgeting, narrative writing and implementation.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh’s board of directors has approved $37,500 in additional one-time grants to help three local human service agencies meet rising demand for essential services following the recent government shutdown and changes to SNAP benefits. The Planning and Impact Leadership Committee recommended the grants to meet current circumstances. These grants reflect […]
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This week, I’m handing the keyboard off to Lily Wein, Manager, Planning & Impact. Lily writes:
Earlier this week, I traveled to Washington, D.C. with a group of 23 Pittsburghers to attend the Jewish Federations of North America’s General Assembly (GA). The General Assembly brings together Jewish communal leaders, philanthropists, professionals and community partners from across North America to learn about, engage in and take action on the defining issues of our time as a united Jewish community.
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Now that the state budget has been approved, we are optimistic that applications for The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency (PCCD) Nonprofit Security Grant will be available shortly. In past years, applicants had four-six weeks to complete the application.
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Now that the state budget has been approved, we are optimistic that applications for The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency (PCCD) Nonprofit Security Grant will be available shortly. In past years, applicants had four-six weeks to complete the application. If you are interested in applying and need assistance, please let us know.
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Mohammad Hamad, one of individuals arrested for Hate Crimes relative to the threatening graffiti on Chabad of Squirrel Hill and Jewish Federation’s office is seeking to be released from custody pending trial. His defense attorney filed the motion and the government is responding. We will keep you posted as this unfolds.
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I recently spent just under a week in Israel, primarily to participate in the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) Board of Governors meetings alongside my fellow JAFI and Federation Board member, Michael Milch. Upon arriving at Ben Gurion Airport and walking down the ramp toward the exit—where just two years ago the walls were plastered with posters of the missing hostages—I was struck to see only a handful remaining; those who we now know are no longer alive.
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We know some members of our community are affected by the government shutdown and loss of SNAP benefits. Kosher food remains expensive with some products costing up to 50% more than non-Kosher products. We care about our community and want to share a few resources to help. Jewish Community Resources JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry […]
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This grant will allow JFCS to procure additional kosher food for vulnerable community members following the expiration of SNAP benefits on November 1.
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Election Day in Pennsylvania is next Tuesday, November 4. Numerous local elections, including the Pittsburgh Mayoral and statewide Pennsylvania Supreme Court elections, will take place across the region. Please remain vigilant and situationally aware.
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The NCTC, FBI and DHS just released the 2025 edition of the U.S. Violent Extremist Mobilization Indicators booklet. It’s an excellent, concise guide outlining behavioral warning signs across three stages of radicalization—mobilization, preparation and motivation, outlining things that we should all be on the lookout for regardless of ideology.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh today released results from the 2025 Community Pulse Survey, a comprehensive behavioral study that provides the clearest picture yet of Jewish life in Greater Pittsburgh. The findings highlight both strengths and challenges, offering a roadmap for how the Federation and its partners can best meet the needs of today’s […]
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I can’t wait to finally meet the person who has given me hope and something to hold on to—face to face.
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The man accused of breaking into Governor Shapiro’s residence and setting it on fire on the second day of Passover pled guilty to attempted murder, aggravated arson, 22 counts of arson, burglary, and other related offenses
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Today is a day of hope and, we pray, the beginning of healing for the hostages, their families and all of Israel.
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, in partnership with Secure Community Network (SCN) announced the launch of our Embedded Analyst Program (EAP) to serve the Pittsburgh area and surrounding region. This initiative provides for a full-time Intelligence Analyst to be embedded with our Security Team at the Federation.
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