Marc's Remarks

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A Passport to Jewish Portland

Two weeks ago, I participated in a meeting with 22 Jewish professionals representing 14 local Jewish organizations, each of which provides some type of young adult engagement.

Philanthropic Champions

We are fortunate to have many passionate philanthropic champions in our community. I want to share three short inspiring stories that all occurred in recent weeks...

Come Together

It makes me proud when Jewish values and clal Yisrael (the Jewish people) are priorities above all else. Because when an opportunity, crisis, or challenge occurs, our Jewish community comes together...

Wonderful to be Moved

Last Sunday, a small group came together for a ritual service to close our community mikvah (until the new one is built). The Jewish Ritualarium of Portland was established in 1952...

Summer is Not So Slow

Despite being the “slow” summer months, there is plenty happening in our community. This Sunday, the City of Portland presents Sunday Parkways in Northeast Portland. Look for us in Woodlawn Park. In addition, Michael Jeser, Federation’s Director of Financial Resource Development, is…