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Federations Launch Initiative to Boost Community Development in the Negev

With the arts proven to drive economic growth, Federations’ Negev Now initiative launched the 2016 Negev Placemaking Challenge to boost creativity-driven community development. For more information, contact Talya Levin, assistant director, global programs.

Jewish Education & Engagement Update May 2, 2016

Marketing guru Seth Godin argues that the internet has replaced mass marketing with individual ‘tribes.’ Two articles review a new book that stresses the importance of relationship building over programming. Hillel outlines best practices for engaging young adults and creating a stronge…

Negev Now Initiative Allocates Funds to New Wellness and Nutrition Programs

$96K allocated to new wellness and nutrition programs in Israel's south through Federations’ Negev Now initiative. Research has shown that public health and healthy lifestyles, which these grants will help develop, are an essential part of community resilience. For more information, conta…

National Young Leadership Cabinet Accepting Applications

Know a promising young leader? Encourage them to apply for National Young Leadership (NYL) Cabinet, Federations’ premier development program whose 4K+ alumni have become important Federation and Jewish communal changemakers. Review applicant guidelines, then submit candidate application a…

One Year After the Earthquakes: Moving Mountains in Nepal

The future looked bright for Mira’s family. They were saving up and had even added a new room to their modest home. Then the twin earthquakes of 2015 destroyed all their progress. By helping her tap into her passion for sewing, Federation partner JDC helped Mira lift her family out of a te…