Shabbos Synagogue Closures & Restrictions
A list of known Shabbat synagogue closures and restrictions in greater Pittsburgh as of March 13, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.
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Volunteering while Socially Distancing
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
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
The Office of Unemployment Compensation is providing information online to help determine UC and WC eligibility due to coronavirus repercussions.
Rumor Control
Allegheny County Health Department has set up a webpage to help the community sort fact from fiction.
Maintaining Jewish Community in the Wake of COVID-19
So much in Jewish life requires community. Judaism ain’t a solo concert, it’s a symphony.
City to Distribute Meals to Registered Seniors Starting Friday, March 20
Senior Center alternative meals will be provided to those seniors who are currently registered for normal congregate meal service beginning tomorrow, Friday, March 20, 2020.
Jewish Family and Community Services Community Update: Coronavirus
Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS) of Pittsburgh is monitoring reports of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and is following the guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) to manage the risk. As of March 16th, services offered by JFCS are […]
Jewish Agencies & Business Closures & Restrictions
Find the information you need to know about these essential Jewish community resources.
School & Youth Program Closures & Restrictions
For the most current information, please refer to the links provided. Ben Gurion United Synagogue Youth Virtual programs being offered. crusy.org Community Day School Virtual learning only. comday.org facebook.com/CommunityDaySchool Hillel Academy Virtual learning only. hillelpgh.org Virtual Learning Platform Jewish Law Student Association pitt2.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/JLSA pitt.edu Yeshiva Schools of Pittsburgh Virtual learning only. facebook.com/YeshivaSchools If you have […]