Marc's Remarks

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Little Brother

The High Holidays are a great time for reflection. We have the opportunity to consider the past year and ways to improve ourselves and the work that we do. Moreover, it is an occasion to look back on our lives and think about those experiences and people who helped shape and guide us.

Looking Back 47 Years in Jewish Portland

Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone impacted by Hurricane Florence as we watch the storm. To contribute to our disaster relief fund, where 100% of your donation will go to thelp those in need in the Carolinas and East Coast,

Cardinal Rules for the New Year

Several years ago, the Wall Street Journal ran an interesting article detailing how September is a time when people make as many resolutions as they do in January. I am unsure why this is the case, but it coincides neatly with Rosh Hashanah most years. According to the article, September…

Great Team Additions

Great Team Additions

As we approach the Labor Day holiday weekend, I wanted to introduce you to our three newest professionals at the Jewish Federation:

Jodi Garber Simon is our new Director of Marketing and Communications. For the past many months Jodi, and her company Big Horn Communica…

Forward Thinking

Forward Thinking 

Every non-profit executive wants to work with an incredible Board of Directors that is mission-focused and truly cares. You want a group that is forward thinking and who only have the best interests of our community at the forefront of their hearts and minds.

Yesterday…