Marc's Remarks

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Difficult Decisions Not Made Lightly

Following months of site visits, review of informational and financial packets, directed questions, and deliberations among a diverse group of community volunteers, the Jewish Federation met with its partner agencies to talk about their projected allocations (all based on our Annual…

The Talks

My 77-year old father is currently visiting from Orlando, Florida – he, of course, is focused on spending time with his grandchildren.

Leading the Way

Earlier this week, Michael Weiner, Chairman of the Board, and I were in Chicago for a workshop for new Federation Chief Executives and volunteer Chairmen.

No Family Is Untouched

Last week we reflected on the Holocaust and observed Yom HaShoah.

One Question Changed Everything

Wednesday night and yesterday, Jewish communities around the world commemorated Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the memories of the six million Jews who perished at the hands of the Nazis and their sympathizers.