Federations’ National Women’s Philanthropy Selects 2025-27 Chair-Elect

Jewish Federations of North America are thrilled to welcome Sherri Ketai of Detroit as the new Chair of National Women's Philanthropy (NWP), one of the fastest growing programs within Federations. 
 

“I am truly honored and humbled to serve in the role of Chair of National Women’s Phi…

Federations welcome Or, Eli, and Ohad home from captivity

In yet another moment of gratitude, Jewish Federations welcome Or Levy, Eli Sharabi, and Ohad Ben Ami home after a horrifying 491 days in Hamas captivity. At the same time, we are appalled and saddened by their medical condition and the serious abuse and malnutrition they have suffered at th…

Jewish Federations' Statement on New Antisemitism Awareness Act Bill

The key to combating the record levels of antisemitism across the nation lies in clearly and accurately defining it. Jewish Federations are grateful to Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) for introducing the Antisemitism Awareness Act on Wednesday — a bill that offers t…

Federations welcome Keith, Ofer, and Yarden home from Hamas captivity

With a sense of deep relief, Jewish Federations welcome home Keith Siegel, Ofer Calderon and Yarden Bibas after a horrifying 484 days in Hamas captivity.

 

Keith Siegel is a native of North Carolina who moved to Israel 40 years ago, and is the first American citizen to be released as part…

Federations welcome release of Arbel, Gadi, Agam, and 5 Thai nationals

Jewish Federations are overjoyed to welcome home Arbel Yehud, Gadi Mozes, and Agam Berger, as well as five Thai nationals, after a horrific 482 days held in Hamas captivity. 

 

Arbel Yehud’s family has lived in Kibbutz Nir Oz for three generations. She lost her brother Dolev Yehoud on …