The Conversations We Need to Be Having (op-ed)

Gil Preuss, CEO of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, writes about the importance of open dialogue — and open minds — in the Jewish community. Read more.

Donor-advised fund giving reflects larger philanthropy patterns — mostly

In 2016, contributions to donor-advised funds grew at nearly triple the rate of overall charitable growth. Read a new major study on these important giving vehicles. Read more.

 

Living the Dream

Yutti is many things. A mother. A wife. A scientist. Learn how Movilot, a program of Federation partner JDC, helped Yutti find a path that allows her to stay true to her values and family while also having a fulfilling professional life.

Making Young Lives Bloom in the Negev

Lior came after high school. She wanted to know her country, better before she joined the army. Though she could only stay a few months, she knew from the first whiff of desert air that she would be back.

Yulia came from Belarus. She didn’t know what being Jewish meant until she took a Ta…

New JDC head brings a business approach to aiding needy Jews

The new CEO + EVP of Federation partner JDC outlines his leadership vision. Read more.