Theme: Building Community and Service Delivery
The two basic tasks we perform as a system—besides raising money—are taking care of people in need and bringing Jews together to create community. When we do it creatively and collaboratively, no one does it better. These sessions catch our system in the act of succeeding.
Theme: Developing Leaders for Tomorrow
We look ahead to the Jewish future and think about what its leaders will look like. Preparing for that future means focusing on improving leadership skills, both lay and professional.
Theme: Global Jewish Responsibility
When we talk about Jewish Peoplehood, we’re talking about the common values that unite us no matter where we live - our love of Israel, our passion for tikkun olam, our concern about serious threats to our survival. These sessions delve into the most pertinent issues facing the Jewish community today.
Theme: Inspiration, Innovation & Engagement
Certain ideas seem to percolate through the Federation movement, taking shape in a variety of ways as they spread. These sessions focus on the trends that are transforming 21st century Jewish life, creating vibrant communities of learning and growth
Theme: Politics, Advocacy & Action
Torn from the headlines: the issues that currently engage us, and in many cases the rest of the world, range from human rights to health care reform. These sessions work from the ground up, tackling the details behind the news stories we’re all talking about.
Theme: Succeeding in Economic Uncertainty
The current economic situation has consumed our energies in the past year, challenging us to rise to the occasion to meet increased need while coping with decreased dollars. How have we met the challenge, and how can we emerge stronger and better equipped for the future?
Theme: The Future of Federation Philanthropy
At the core of our work is the donor—a known quantity and at the same time a mystery. These sessions investigate major trends in philanthropy, focus on the nuts and bolts of fundraising, and explore the minds of donors of all types.
