The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is horrified at the murder of two people outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. Our hearts go out to the victims and to our colleagues at AJC, whose event was being held at the museum. Let us be clear – this was an act of terrorism targeting Jews and the Jewish people.

We call on people of moral clarity to stand firm that this viral hatred has no place in society. The safety and security of our Jewish community is our top priority. We stand in solidarity with our partners across the country and reaffirm our unwavering commitment to protecting our community and combating antisemitism in all forms.

About the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia

Since 1901, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia has served as the hub of the region’s Jewish communities, providing an infrastructure of support for Jewish people and organizations in need. Through grants, emergency funding, restricted gifts, endowments, and our partnership with the Foundation for Jewish Day Schools, we annually invest in caring for those in need, combating antisemitism and global crisis, and securing a vibrant Jewish future. For more information, please visit: jewishphilly.org