Before I started working with our Jewish Federation in 2011, I was not really connected to any Jewish Federation activities. But now, after working for our Jewish Federation for almost 15 years, I have learned how important our presence is in our community.
I run the Cultural Arts programmi…
Two weeks ago, I was in Washington, DC, for the annual Jewish Federation of North America's (JFNA) General Assembly. It was an incredible experience; however, before the conference began, I decided it would be nice to sort of "prepare" myself for what I might gain from the conference. And so, …
Why I Joined the Board of Governance of the Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys
When I accepted the invitation to join the Board of Governance of the Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, it was not a decision made lightly. I did so bec…
Finding Belonging Beyond “Jewish Enough”
By Rebecca Russell
Program and Community Outreach Director
Many of us have felt it at some point — that quiet whisper of doubt asking, “Am I Jewish enough?” Whether it’s not knowing every prayer by heart, not celebrating every holiday th…
One of the many challenges our Jewish Federation faces is not something you might expect. Unlike other nonprofits, for which people have a strong understanding of what they do and what their donations support, we often hear that people are still unsure what our Jewish Federation is or does. …
