Federation News
Keep up with the latest news from the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor.
A Message from the CEO
The past few weeks have been rife with causes for concern, locally, in Israel, and globally. I’ve been thinking a lot about these various incidents, and I’d like to share some reflections with you. On May 2, as you’ve likely heard, the University of Michigan’s...
Communal Innovation Grants Available
Twice a year, the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor awards grants from the Community Engagement Fund and the Zelma Weisfeld Fund for Arts and Culture. In the Winter 2026, the projects funded were ones that engaged with themes of nature, identity, and community...
Celebrating and commemorating meaningfully
The week of April 19-25 held a significant meaning for Israelis in the greater Ann Arbor Jewish community, and for all locals who care about Israel. Community gatherings were held to commemorate and to celebrate, first on April 20 for Yom HaZikaron (Israel’s Memorial...
Washtenaw Black Jewish Coalition Civil Rights Mission to the South
For three impactful days, 11 members of the Washtenaw community - five Jewish and White, six Christian and African American - set out to experience the history of Civil Rights, Jim Crow and slavery in the South by visiting Atlanta, Birmingham, crossing over the Edmond...
Jewish Federation Launches Jewish Community New Board Member Training
This winter, forty board members from almost every local Jewish congregation and organization gathered for a three-part educational experience coordinated by the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor and funded by the Jewish Community Foundation. The aim of the...
2026-2027 Board of Directors Slate & Bios
Approved at Federation’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 27th, 2026 at 7pm Continuing Board Members: Larry Adler Jeremy Bloom Galit Dunietz Susan Fisher David Lauer Joan Lowenstein Annie Wolock Up for Election for a New 2-Year Term: Jack Fuchsman Julie Grand Bruce...
Democrats and Republicans of Washtenaw County Come Together for an Evening of Civic Engagement
More than 60 community members gathered at Beth Israel Congregation February 18 for a special evening of civic engagement, hosted by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Ann Arbor (JCRC) and co-sponsored by A More Perfect Nation: The Jewish Partnership...
“Those who hate us would hate us if we’re loud or if we’re silent. We might as well hold our heads up high so they’ll have to look up to us.”
On March 8, the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor hosted an insightful and timely conversation about antisemitism and how our community can respond to it. The event feature renowned podcaster and public speaker Aviva Klompas. Klompas spoke about antisemitism,...
Investing in the Future of Local Jewish Life
Are you interested in strengthening the local Jewish community? The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Ann Arbor offers a powerful way to create a lasting impact. Founded in 1998 as the planned giving arm of the Jewish Federation, the Foundation helps individuals...
Statement on Antisemitic Violence in Michigan
Yesterday, the Michigan Jewish community was shaken by a horrifying act of antisemitic violence at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield—a place that should always be a sanctuary for Jewish learning, prayer, and connection. We wish we were surprised. We are not. And that...