Judith HaLevy

Limmud FSU Unites Russian-Speaking Jews on the West Coast

Limmud FSU brings together Russian-speaking Jews on the West Coast for a weekend filled with learning, community, and celebration. Attendees from various cities gathered in Pasadena for this annual conference, participating in informative sessions, panel discussions, and engaging with distinguished speakers. The event also included a gala dinner and awards ceremony, honoring organizations that have…

bagels with lox, Chanukah, Jewish, Limmud FSU, Russian, Russian-speaking Jews, West Coast
Inclusion: The Superhero Who Helped Me Embrace the Jewish Faith

Inclusion is celebrated during Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month. Rabbi Jackie Redner is a superhero in the Jewish community, guiding individuals through conversion and fostering a sense of belonging. Through programs like Vista del Mar’s Nes Gadol, Jewish youth with special needs can discover the joys of Judaism and build lifelong friendships. Contact Miriam…

Inclusion, Jewish Community, Jewish Disability Awareness, Jewish faith, painting, Rabbi Jackie Redner
Experience Jewish History Firsthand on a Federation Mission to Poland and Amsterdam

Experience Jewish history firsthand on a Federation Mission to Poland and Amsterdam. Join us on this one-of-a-kind, not-to-be-missed journey of memory and reflection. Visit the Warsaw Ghetto, Auschwitz-Birkenau, and the Anne Frank House. Commemorate Yom Ha’Shoah alongside the Warsaw Jewish community. Make a minimum $10,000 family gift to participate. Contact us for more information.

Amsterdam, Anne Frank, Federation mission, heritage, Holocaust, Jewish History, March of the Living, mission, Poland, survivor community, Yom Hashoah
Distinguished Lions of Los Angeles

Join us at the upcoming Chai/Emerald/Zahav, Ruby & Lion of Judah Luncheon on February 17th to honor Ada HorwichLea and Amy Masor, two distinguished Lions who have shown exceptional commitment to our Federation&rsquo

Chai/Emerald/Zahav, Lions of Judah, Los Angeles, Philanthropy, Sylvia Weisz Women’s Philanthropy, Women
Inclusion: My Understanding and Acceptance of My Superpowers

Celebrate Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month with us as we highlight the superpowers of individuals with different abilities. Join Brittanie Sanders in her journey of understanding and accepting her own superpowers, from determination to public speaking. Discover how Shemesh Enterprises empowers young adults and fosters connections in the Jewish community. Contact Miriam Maya for…

friendly, Inclusion, Jewish Community, Shalom Institute, Shemesh Enterprise, special needs
Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month

February is Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month, promoting access to Jewish life for all Jews. Our Federation aims to raise awareness about members of our Los Angeles Jewish community with disabilities. Read inspiring stories from superheroes in our community and find resources and events to make our Jewish community more inclusive. Contact Miriam Maya…

access to Jewish life, Inclusion, Inclusion Month, inclusive, Jewish Community, Jewish Disability Awareness, Jews
Thoughts on Holocaust Remembrance Day

Reflect on Holocaust Remembrance Day and the importance of gratitude for being born in the United States. Learn from the resilience of Holocaust survivors and the significance of having a strong Jewish community. Remember the atrocities of the Holocaust and the privilege of learning from survivors in your own family.

Holocaust Remembrance Day, Holocaust survivors, Israel, Jewish Community, Jews, survivors
Yiddish You May Not Know You Know

Discover the fascinating origins and impact of Yiddish, the language that has influenced English vocabulary. From everyday words like “bagel” and “klutz” to famous literary works like Fiddler on the Roof, Yiddish has left a lasting mark. Though it may be considered a dying language, efforts to revive Yiddish are underway. Explore the rich heritage…

Ashkenazi Jews, Central Europe, conversational Yiddish, European Jews, Holocaust, New York City, Yiddish
Lions of Judah: The Most Philanthropic and Influential Women in Jewish L.A.

Discover the philanthropic powerhouses of Jewish L.A., the Lions of Judah. These dedicated women, making an annual gift of $5,000 or more, transform lives through their support. They are influential leaders, activists, and participants in philanthropic causes. Join this global movement of 17,500 Lions of Judah and attend the empowering International Lion of Judah Conference.…

Community Service, Jewish, L.A., Lions of Judah, missions to Israel, philanthropic, Women
Lesser-Known Words of the Great Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Celebrate the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and explore his lesser-known speeches that are still relevant today. Discover his thoughts on religion and social conditions, the fight against poverty, and the potential of nonviolent direct action. Remember Dr. King and his impactful words that shaped our nation.

civil rights activist, Dr. Martin Luther King, Freedom, I Have a Dream speech, Jews, Martin Luther King Jr, MLK rhetoric, nonviolent direct action, poverty, religion
Knowledge is Power: An Exclusive Workshop Series from LAJAC

LAJAC’s Knowledge is Power workshop series offers adults with special needs and their caregivers the opportunity to learn about new laws and tools that will help them plan their future. The workshops cover essential education on financial, legal, and government benefit issues. LAJAC is consolidating information and resources to make it easier for the community…

Inclusion, independence, Jewish Community, Knowledge is Power, LAJAC, Los Angeles, resources, special needs
New Experiences for LA Teens

The Los Angeles Jewish Teen Initiative aims to provide experiences for teens that help them develop a positive Jewish identity. Through a Teen Program Accelerator and a central website, teens will have access to a variety of Jewish-based opportunities tailored to their interests. The initiative also focuses on supporting teen educators and promoting teen well-being.…

Jewish activities, Jewish adult, Jewish communities, Jewish life, Jewish opportunities, Jewish programs, LA Teens, Los Angeles Jewish Teen Initiative
Look Back and Pay it Forward in 2016

Support our Federation’s Community Security Initiative in Los Angeles and help us create a safer Jewish community. Invest in our local and global Jewish communities and make a difference in the lives of thousands. With your support, we can continue our mission in 2016. Give now and pay it forward.

Israel, Los Angeles, security, terror
The History of Why Jews Eat Chinese on Christmas

Learn the history of why Jews eat Chinese food on Christmas. Discover the origins of this tradition, rooted in the unity of Jewish and Chinese immigrants in New York. Explore how Chinese cuisine became a favorite among Jews, providing a kosher-friendly option. Join in on the century-old tradition of enjoying a delicious Chinese meal with…

Chinese, History of Jews, holiday, immigrants, Jews, Jews and Chinese immigrants, keeping kosher, kosher, New York, Open Table, tradition
Jewish Cuba as Experienced by a BRIdge Fellow

Discover the thriving Jewish community in Havana, Cuba through the eyes of Oren Peleg, a young adult who visited as part of a Birthright Israel LA Way trip. Despite challenges, the community remains strong and works hard to engage its youth. Learn about their resilience, connection to Israel, and the incredible experience of exploring Jewish…

Birthright Israel, BRIdge Fellow, Cuba, Havana, Havana Jewish community, JDC Entwine, Jewish Cuba, Jewish Federation, Jews, Jews in Cuba, LA Way
Jewish Cuba as Experienced by Seth Menachem

Experience Jewish Cuba with Seth Menachem in this captivating blog post. Explore the synagogues and witness the building of a community. Discover the friendliness of the locals and the lack of crime despite the poverty. Learn how Federation is making a difference in Cuba and get information on upcoming Missions. Don’t miss the second half…

Cuba, Cuba Mission, Havana, Havdalah service, Jewish Community, Jewish Cuba, Missions, Seth Menachem, synagogues
Walking in Their Shoes: Our Mission to Budapest and Israel

Join us on our Federation’s Women’s Mission to Budapest and Israel, where you can explore Jewish life, visit partner programs, and bear witness to the Holocaust at the Shoes on the Danube Memorial. Discover the Jewish revival in Budapest and the impact of our Federation’s support. Experience the transformative power of art and hear inspiring…

Budapest, Holocaust, Israel, JCC, Jewish, Jewish life, Jews, mission, survivors, Women
8 Real-Life Miracles We Created in 2015

Discover the miracles we made in 2015: financial assistance, vocational training, and more for 10,000 Jews in need

Baltics, Birthright Israel, Chanukah, College, Community Service, Community Service Days, elderly Jews, family in Israel, financial assistance, food, Happy Chanukah, holidays, Israel, Israel Trauma Coalition, Jewish college students, Jewish Community, Jewish Federation, Jewish Identities, Jewish life, Jewish organizations, Jewish-themed books, KOREH L.A., KOREH L.A. literacy program, LAUSD, law enforcement, literacy program, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Jewish Abilities Center, medicine, oil burning, parent guidance groups, PJ Library, resources, security, Shabbat, SHAMASH, site visits, special needs, terror, YALA, Young Adults
Inspiring the Next Generation at MainStage 2015

Inspiring the Next Generation at MainStage 2015. Join over 450 young Jewish professionals at The Fonda Theatre for an evening of inspiration, fun, and giving back. Hear from game-changing industry leaders and enjoy spirits from Avión Tequila. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and make a difference in our world. Tickets support our…

Fonda Theatre, game-changing industry leaders, Jewish professionals
Federation’s New Leaders Project (NLP) Class of 2015 is Ready to Lead

The Federation’s New Leaders Project (NLP) Class of 2015 recently graduated, joining a group of Jewish civic leaders. With support from elected officials and NLP alumni, each graduate shared their visions for the future. Keynote speaker Marqueece Harris Dawson encouraged them to improve the city. The NLP program includes top leaders, policy experts, and community…

graduates, Jewish civic leaders, Jewish Federation, leadership skills, NLP, NLP Class of 2015