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Debra L. Caplan currently serves as an Executive-in-Residence at The Forbes Funds where she advises and coaches nonprofit leaders in the areas of governance and leadership. She also serves as Principal, HobartHumphrey LLC, a consultancy in governance and nonprofit executive management. During her longstanding career as a leader in healthcare at Brigham and Women’s Hospital […]
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This 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 […]
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Last weekend we had numerous reports of targeted, antisemitic flyering and stickering in the Squirrel Hill, Bloomfield and North Shore areas in what appears to be a coordinated effort Saturday night into Sunday morning. We are actively working with law enforcement on this.
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I love the 412. While my wife and I were not born and raised in Pittsburgh, we have made it our beloved home for 26 years. Today, 412 carries another meaning.
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The federal hate crime arrests from the July 29th graffiti at the Jewish Federation and Chabad of Squirrel Hill underscores the importance of video surveillance cameras as an investigative tool and their use in identifying perpetrators and vehicles. Please continue to report any suspicious incidents via the Incident Report Form.
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The two defendants in the hate crime conspiracy to deface Chabad of Squirrel Hill and Jewish Federation had their preliminary hearing on Wednesday. The judge ordered that they remain on ankle monitors.
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You can volunteer to be part of our security strategy at Federation which includes the Virtual Block Watch, an initiative that allows residents and businesses with doorbell or security cameras to support our community safety efforts.
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Two individuals were arrested Wednesday morning by the FBI for federal hate crimes and criminal conspiracy relative to the targeted antisemitic graffiti at Chabad of Squirrel Hill and the Jewish Federation on July 29, 2024. Parts of the investigation are still ongoing.
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Get to Know–Bill Isler Bill Isler is President and CEO Emeritus of Fred Rogers Productions and a long-time educator and advocate for children. He began his career as a teacher and administrator and later joined the Pennsylvania Department of Education, where he served as Executive Assistant to the Secretary of Education, Commissioner of Basic Education […]
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh welcomes the recent arrests of suspects allegedly responsible for the acts of antisemitic graffiti and vandalism targeting our office building, Chabad of Squirrel Hill, and several Jewish homes across Pittsburgh. These incidents are a stark reminder of the challenges facing the Jewish community amid a recent rise in antisemitic […]
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The planned “Week of Rage” that called for anti-Israel protest activity is close to an end. We had several protests throughout the Oakland area and a few minor incidents of vandalism. We are not aware of any credible intelligence reporting indicating a threat to the region. However, remaining vigilant and situationally aware is essential.
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The 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.
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Shana Tovah! Wishing you a happy, healthy, sweet New Year. Please be aware we are closely monitoring the attacks by Iran in Israel and potential ramifications.
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The 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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Social media reports are showing that October 7–11 has been deemed a nationwide “Week of Rage—1 Year of Genocide For For Gaza We Rise” during which students across the country and the world will “rise together for a week of rage to mark a year of genocide in Gaza.” This could impact college and university law enforcement partners and security operations on or near college campuses.
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