Security

Federation Lobbied $5M State Security Budget Item Benefits Pittsburgh Again

Friday, March 12, 2021
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$1,052,692 in security grants were awarded to Pittsburgh synagogues and Jewish agencies.

Keeping Our Community Safe and Open

Friday, November 13, 2020
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We are trying not only to keep our community safe, but also trying to help everyone to feel safe.

Shabbos Synagogue Closures & Restrictions

Tuesday, March 24, 2020
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A list of known Shabbat synagogue closures and restrictions in greater Pittsburgh as of March 13, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.

Responding to the Needs of the Day

Friday, March 13, 2020
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Since this was published, the Federation has decided to close it’s offices at 2000 Technology Drive for the next two weeks. Remember, the Federation is open for business, just remotely!

Jewish Federation Urges Calm and Coordinates Response to Coronavirus

Tuesday, March 10, 2020
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PITTSBURGH—The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is working to calm fears in the Pittsburgh Jewish community during the COVID-19/Coronavirus threat, by formulating a response together with other Jewish agencies. “It’s important for many people in the Jewish community to know that their Jewish institutions and synagogues have plans to keep them safe and informed.” Meryl […]

Reliable Sources of Information

Monday, March 9, 2020
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The following reliable sources of information will keep you advised of coronavirus information.

Coronavirus Update

Friday, March 6, 2020
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh continues to monitor the spread of the coronavirus closely with support from our national organizations and from local government.

Protecting Our Children and the Entire Region

Friday, February 21, 2020
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Our Security Committee made the decision to provide life saving Go Bags to EVERY classroom in Jewish Pittsburgh. And four Mezuzot that hung in the old Federation building are now hanging in the 10.27 Healing Partnership.

How to Apply for Act 83 Non-Profit Security Grant Funds

Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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Learn how to apply for security grants for your non-profit organization.

Why Young Adults Give to the Federation

Friday, November 8, 2019
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Equally as inspiring to me was hearing from a few of these young adults about their motivations for involvement. There is no doubt, our community’s future is extremely bright.

“Shabbat Shalom ve Hag Sukkot sameach to Pittsburgh from Halle!”

Friday, October 11, 2019
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Another antisemitic attack, however this one did not work out as the attacker had intended. due to improvements made through The Jewish Agency for Israel’s Security Assistance Fund.

New Federation Board Helps Ensure Community Well-Being

Friday, August 30, 2019
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While serving as a Board member should be taken as an honor, it also comes with incredible responsibility. Last night, our Federation Board convened for nearly four hours to better understand their roles as fiduciaries of our organization.

Anti-Semitic Materials Distributed in Squirrel Hill

Monday, December 10, 2018
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As many of you already know, numerous Anti-Semitic pamphlets in clear bags with seeds were discovered throughout the area over the weekend. The Pittsburgh Police are well aware of and actively addressing the matter. The FBI is also aware and assessing the items discovered. Here are some of the items discovered and turned over to […]

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