Federation News
Keep up with the latest news from the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor.
A Message from TBE’s Rabbi Josh Whinston
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...
2025-2026 Federation Board of Directors Slate and Bios
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...
Connecting Israel and Ann Arbor Through Culture, Holidays, and Art
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,...
All Ages and Stages Welcome on Ann Arbor Community Trip to Israel
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...
Revitalizing a Tradition with a Black-Jewish Freedom Seder
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...
Tales from Damascus at Federation’s Annual Meeting
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...
Six Local Projects Awarded Grants for Collaboration and Innovation
By Jewish Federation Staff The Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor is delighted to announce six local initiatives awarded grants for collaboration and innovation in the local Jewish community. Two grants were awarded from the Zelma Weisfeld Fund for Culture and...
Advocating for Urgent and Effective Senior Millage Implementation
As concerned citizens who care deeply about our community’s most vulnerable older adults, we feel compelled to speak up and urge county leaders to implement the senior millage quickly, effectively, and with minimal administrative overhead. Our seniors—especially those...
Get to Know a Board Member: Meet Annie Wolock
Our local Jewish community is lucky to have a core of energetic and dedicated volunteers with the Federation. Because these leaders play such a crucial role in enhancing Jewish life, we're excited to highlight some of them and their contributions to our community. Our...
Operation Popsicle – Mission Accomplished!
By: Eyal Meirovich, “Brothers and Sisters for Israel” and Amichay Findling, the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor The Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor sent out a unique solidarity mission to Israel in March 2024. During this mission, the participants had...