Every year, JFGR helps those in need in our community. The goal is to raise $3000 in donations. This will allow us to help families who are struggling financially. Consider helping, and mail your pledge by November 30, 2020 to JFGR at: 2727 Michigan NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 earmarked “Adopt-A-Family”. Hanukkah begins December 10, 2020. If you have any questions or referrals, please email julianna@jfgr.org or call (616) 942-5553 ext. 206.

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According to GIVINGTUESDAY.ORG, Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day when people are encouraged to do good. Over the past eight years, it has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. This year, more than ever, Giving Tuesday is important to the Jewish Federation of Grand Rapids because it can help support our community during these unprecedented times.

The Jewish Federation of Grand Rapids, Congregation Ahavas Israel and Temple Emanuel are proud to present an intimate musical evening with Cantor Randy Herman.

A link to this exciting performance will be sent to your email on December 9, 2020 at 7pm. For more information contact Marisa Krishef, Director of Programming at markay@jfgr.org

Menemsha Films has been preparing to launch CHAIFLICKS, a streaming service dedicated solely to JEWISH themed films and entertainment.

Click here to find out more about how you can study Hebrew from home.

JFGR is in the process of updating our database. We are interested in hearing from you and making certain we have your correct contact information. If you are in your 20sand 30s and want to participate in future YAD programs, please fill out the survey. Thanks!

Click here to access the PJ Library Booklist.

The Federation is updating our database and needs your help. If you have a new address, change your email or phone number in the last three years, please fill out this form and hit submit. Thank You!

As communities seek to lower the impact of COVID-19, many families are spending a lot of time at home with their kids. One great way to pass time with your little ones is to read PJ Library books! Here are other ideas for ways to stay busy and have fun at home.

During these confusing and challenging days, many of you will find yourselves at home more than usual and we want to offer you ways to use that time to excite your mind, learn something new and distract yourself from the uncertainty.

View our current donation status and latest news from Chad Zagel, Campaign Chair.