Blog
July 10, 2020
COVID-19 Emergency Relief Efforts
As of 11/10/2020 The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is committed to providing essential resources for our community during the international ...
Blog
Blog
March 20, 2020
COVID-19: Weekly Webinar For The Jewish Community
Below are several webinars for members of the Jewish community to share information and updates about the rapidly evolving COVID-19 ...
Blog
March 17, 2020
Jewish Community in the Time of COVID-19
Jewish Federation convenes community leaders to share knowledge, discuss “best practices” and plan for next steps. Last Friday, March 13th, ...
Blog
December 6, 2019
Why Jewish Summer Camp? 5 Good Reasons To Give it a Try
1. Jewish overnight camp is more affordable than you think. The joy of summer camp should be available to everyone. That’...
Blog
November 25, 2019
The 3 Hidden Benefits of Volunteering
You already know that by volunteering, we improve the lives of others. But did you know that when we roll ...
Blog
January 24, 2019
WATCH: Sylvia Goes to Camp
Last summer, thanks in part to a Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia “One Happy Camper” grant, 13-year old Sylvia went ...
Blog
January 24, 2019
Photoessay: What is the NORC?
In Northeast Philadelphia, there’s a free retirement community — one where older adults can age safely and with dignity in ...
Blog
October 18, 2018
Ariel Shore: Volunteer. Community Member. Compassionate.
When Ariel Shore was five years old, her family began a tradition that would shape Ariel for her entire life: ...
Blog
October 4, 2018
National Institutes of Health Funds Monumental Mitzvah Food Program Study
When our Jewish Federation’s Mitzvah Food Program launched its groundbreaking digital ordering system, allowing food pantry clients to order ...
Blog
May 30, 2017
Meet Sam Busis: Living a Full, Meaningful and Independent Life
Learn how Sam Busis is thriving personally and professionally thanks in part to support from his welcoming, inclusive Jewish community.