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Federation Signs Letter to U.N. in Support of Israel

Friday, February 4, 2022
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Federation signed onto a Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) letter to the Secretary General of the United Nations in response to the unfair report released by Amnesty International regarding Israel.

Federation Response to Antisemitism

Friday, January 14, 2022
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Antisemitism is not a problem promoted by Jews, we are merely the target. It must be fought by others.

Mitzvah Day Offers 35 Good-Deed Sites Throughout Greater Pittsburgh

Monday, November 22, 2021
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Jewish Federation Event, Dec. 26, Keeps Charitable Service Flowing Hundreds of Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Volunteer Center participants will fan out acrossGreater Pittsburgh on Sunday, Dec. 26, to serve their neighbors on Mitzvah Day. The outpouring of help keeps charitable service flowing when many Pittsburghers are at home, celebrating holidays. The event’s name comes […]

2022 Campaign Leadership Match

Thursday, October 28, 2021
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We’re thrilled to announce a $75,000 Leadership Match to help us double the impact of the 2022 Community Campaign.

Getting at the Truth

Friday, September 10, 2021
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Jewish tradition accepts the fact that disagreements are a part of life.

2021 Campaign Leadership Match

Tuesday, May 25, 2021
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Learn more about the 2021 Campaign Leadership Match!

2021 Campaign Leadership Match

Friday, February 12, 2021
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We’re thrilled to announce this $90,000 Leadership Match to help us double the impact of the 2021 Community Campaign.

COVID-19 Relief Stories: Tahlia Altgold & Eli Sigman

Thursday, February 4, 2021
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For some The Great Kugel Debate, held in October 2020 between Pittsburgh-area college students, may have been a matter of life or death.

Super Sunday Raises $285,000!

Monday, December 21, 2020
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Together we raised over $285,000, bringing the 2021 Community Campaign total to more than $5.5 million towards our $14 million goal!

Jewish Federation has Distributed $1,549,380 million in Coronavirus Relief Funds

Tuesday, December 15, 2020
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These funds are a combination of campaign and foundation allocations that were reallocated and supplemental donor gifts.

Jewish Federation Coronavirus Relief Reaches $543,000

Sunday, April 12, 2020
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This year’s campaign is THE most important campaign in the history of the Jewish Federation.

Virtual Seder Prep Webinar

Friday, April 3, 2020
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In this seminar, Rabbi Schiff will offer pointers as to how to lead a quality Seder.

Community Calendar Tips

Thursday, April 2, 2020
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The Community Calendar isn’t the only way to publicize your Jewish event, but it should be the first tool you use.

$250,000 of Grants for Coronavirus Relief Approved by Federation Board

Thursday, April 2, 2020
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A board appointed committee of volunteers and staff allocated this money to address immediate needs for medical supplies, food insecurity relief, financial relief and additional staffing at our agencies here, in Israel and in Jewish communities worldwide.

Food for Seniors

Thursday, March 26, 2020
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Do you know of seniors that are food insecure? Call DHS SeniorLine at 412-350-5460.

FREE Torah Classes & Meditation Online

Tuesday, March 24, 2020
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Jewish tradition offers rich, accessible, and time-tested resources to cope with moments like these. The Institute for Jewish Spirituality, which has pioneered the development and teaching of Jewish mindfulness practices for over 20 years, is here for you now.

Volunteering while Socially Distancing

Tuesday, March 24, 2020
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Many people are now facing a plethora of free time and looking for ways to fill their time and their children’s time. The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Volunteer Center has compiled a list of ways you can volunteer and maintain social distancing guidelines. Check out the list below to see how you can help! […]

Disaster Loans Available to Small Businesses and Non-Profits Facing Losses Related to COVID-19

Tuesday, March 24, 2020
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Governor Tom Wolf today announced the availability of low-interest loans for small businesses and eligible non-profits in all 67 counties in Pennsylvania through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance and can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary […]

Unemployment & Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Monday, March 23, 2020
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The Office of Unemployment Compensation is providing information online to help determine UC and WC eligibility due to coronavirus repercussions.

Rumor Control

Monday, March 23, 2020
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Allegheny County Health Department has set up a webpage to help the community sort fact from fiction.

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