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Your Generosity in Action (Part 2)

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting B’nai B’rith Camp on the Oregon Coast with several of my professional colleagues and volunteer leaders. All I can say is Oregon is so fortunate to have such an incredible Jewish overnight camp.

Your Generosity in Action (Part 1)

Every year the most challenging process the Jewish Federation goes through is its allocations process. A group of extraordinarily dedicated community volunteers spend months examining the needs of our local and overseas communities. This week, I will share with you the decisions of the…

Historic Partnerships

On June 11th, Jewish Family & Child Service (JFCS), joined Cedar Sinai Park’s (CSP) family of social service organizations. This consolidation secured the future for additional human services to the entire Portland Metro community. With the addition of JFCS, the CSP family of…

Mission and Tasks

The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland held its 95th Annual Meeting earlier this week. It was a wonderful program with an amazing speaker. Highlights:

Potok's Paradigm

Graduation season is now upon us. High school seniors will soon move on to college and college graduates are starting the next chapter in their lives.