Federation News

Did you know there’s a simple way to support a charitable organization you care about and the broader Jewish community in greater Ann Arbor with a single donation? The local Jewish Community Foundation makes this process simple through its Donor Advised Fund (DAF)...

In 2020, the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor joined efforts with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) to establish a legacy-giving program in the greater Ann Arbor area, aiming to ensure the long-term financial health of Jewish community organizations and...

When I saw an article in the May WJN titled “A short history of Jewish communal fundraising in Ann Arbor,” I was intrigued. I was not familiar with the author and was curious to see what he had to say. I appreciate Mr. Ben-Baruch’s analysis, as it highlights some...

  05/02/2025 For Immediate Release: The Jewish Community Relations Committee of Greater Ann Arbor is deeply concerned by the call for Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to be removed as prosecutor from the case against seven individuals accused of trespassing...

In the face of violence against those promoting shared humanity, Federation shares this message from Rabbi Josh Whinston of Temple Beth Emeth, regarding an incident at a Reform synagogue in Israel, on Yom HaZikaron earlier this week. --- For two decades, Israeli and...

Approved at Federation’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 at 7pm   Continuing Board Members: Larry Adler Debra Chopp Jack Fuchsman Julie Grand Bruce Kutinsky Marla Linderman Richelew Jennifer Rosenberg Marty Shichtman Alicia Simon Annie Wolock Up for...

By Danielle and Lahav, the Ann Arbor ShinShinim Danielle and Lahav came to Ann Arbor to strengthen the connections between the Ann Arbor Jewish community and Israel, sharing the Israeli atmosphere through informal education - interactive lessons that include music,...

Traveling to Israel right now may seem like a questionable choice at best. But with the right precautions, thoughtful planning, and communal support, it can be a transformational opportunity. That’s why the greater Ann Arbor Jewish community is planning a 10-day trip...

By Rebecca Rich, Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor On March 25, 2025, over 80 Black and Jewish people of all ages came together at the JCC of Greater Ann Arbor to celebrate their joint journeys to freedom through the lens of a Passover Seder. The Freedom Seder is...

The Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor will be holding its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7pm and invites the community to attend. The Annual Meeting offers an opportunity to celebrate the past year—and there is much to celebrate. Headlining this...