Posts Tagged ‘Coronavirus Updates’
Jewish Federation has Distributed $1,140,074 million in Coronavirus Relief Funds
These funds are a combination of campaign and foundation allocations that were reallocated and supplemental donor gifts.
Read MoreJAA Parade of Thanks
I want to use this opportunity to express deep gratitude to all my colleagues. Thank you! Toda Raba!
Read MoreChinese and Jewish Groups Condemn COVID-Related Anti-Semitism, Anti-Asian Racism
We encourage all Pittsburghers, no matter their race or religion, to persevere and stay safe as we traverse these trying times together.
Read MoreUpdate: How Jewish Federation is Responding to Coronavirus
The Jewish Federation’s financial resources development team continues to work hard to increase the unrestricted Community Campaign that makes this work possible.
Read MoreGetting COVID-19 Support Dollars to the Right Place
Our Federation has secured over $1.6 Million in direct COVID-19 support, coming from a reallocation of existing Federation dollars and additional donations from some very generous donors.
Read MoreJewish Federation Coronavirus Relief Reaches $543,000
This year’s campaign is THE most important campaign in the history of the Jewish Federation.
Read MoreFind What You Need
President & CEO, Jeff Finkelstein wishes everyone a Shabbat Shalom of peace and good health.
Read MoreJewish Federation Joins “Illumination Ovation” April 7 & 14 to Celebrate Heroes Fighting the Coronavirus Crisis
On April 7, turn on lights and go outside to applaud life sustaining workers with “Illumination Ovation”.
Read More$250,000 of Grants for Coronavirus Relief Approved by Federation Board
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.
Read MoreShabbos 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.
Read MoreVolunteering 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!…
Read MoreDisaster 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…
Read MoreRumor Control
Allegheny County Health Department has set up a webpage to help the community sort fact from fiction.
Read MoreMaintaining 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.
Read MoreCity 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.
Read MoreDepartment of Human Services Releases COVID-19 Operational Recommendations for Child Care Providers
DHS Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) today released operational recommendations for child care providers Opens In A New Windowin Pennsylvania in response to COVID-19.
Read MoreWolf Administration Directs Families to Emergency Food Assistance During COVID-19 Mitigation
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding issued guidance for accessing emergency food assistance for Pennsylvanians at risk of hunger due to measures to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Read MoreFederation Working Remotely
Due to health concerns about the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh’s offices will be closed for the next 10 business days.
Read MoreResponding to the Needs of the Day
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!
Read MoreFocusing on Health & Safety
As the spread of COVID-19 continues, the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is focusing on health and safety.
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