of all Jews in the region. For over a century, whenever and wherever there have been threats to Jewish life, the Federation and our partners have been there to provide vital aid and remove those in peril out of harm’s way.
It is inappropriate and unacceptable for UTLA to promote a one-sided position on a complex geopolitical issue that is far removed from the day-to-day public…
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As a year unlike any other comes to a close, we want to share this Jewish Journal article with you that highlights our Federation’s tireless…
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When the pandemic first started, the Jewish community — from coast to coast — responded with Serve The Moment (STM)* to give opportunities to young adults who…
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If you or someone you know needs food, our Federation’s NuRoots wants to help. One in five people in Los Angeles — including Jewish young…
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“When Khomeini came to power, they arrested Mr. (Habib) Elghanayan who was the head of the Iranian Jews and they killed him. After this matter,…
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“During these unprecedented times, I knew I had to serve my community in any way possible, and so I decided to join Serve the Moment. Serve…
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Arriving at the Havana airport is like landing in a new world. A wave of warm air, a winding terminal with fluorescent lighting, and dozens…
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According to an offbeat holiday website, March 19th is Poultry Day! In honor of this lesser-known celebration of all things farmed and feathered, we decided…
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Israel may be a relatively small country in square footage and population, but it is home to some big inventions and innovations, particularly in the…
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Born in Russia, Sasha Karlova didn’t know she was Jewish until she moved to the U.S. with her parents at just six years old. She…
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February is Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month. As part of our Federation’s commitment to inclusion, every week this month we will feature a blog…
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Chances are, if you’re Jewish, you’ve at least heard of Hebrew and Yiddish, if not spoken one or both a few times — reciting blessings…
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Last week, we posted a blog about our Federation’s 2016 Lion of Judah Award Honorees. This week we’d like to introduce you to some of…
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Imagine walking into a hotel with 700 people who grew up watching the same Nu, pogodi! cartoons you did, who don’t have to explain why…
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Our Federation is deeply committed to ensuring the tragedy of the Holocaust is never forgotten. That’s why we invest in caring for survivors and support…
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Two weeks ago, we posted a blog about our Federation’s Lions of Judah, how women can become Lions, and what this incredible group accomplishes with…
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February is Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month. As part of our Federation’s commitment to inclusion, every week this month we will feature a blog…
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Jesse Sharf’s mother, grandmother, and their grand- and great-grandkids As the son and grandson of Holocaust survivors (and the relative of many more who did…
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They say that Yiddish is a dying language. But is it? And who are they? And where the heck did Yiddish come from? Yiddish originated…
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