your passion. your dreams. your legacy. April 2018

Jim Whitehill: Steadfast Commitment & Service

James “Jim” A. Whitehill is the outgoing Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Jewish Community Foundation. He has served as a Trustee of the Jewish Community Foundation for ten years and will continue to serve as Immediate Past Chair. When he is not volunteering his time at the Foundation, he is a practicing attorney with Whitehill Law Offices, specializing in real estate. As Foundation Chair, Jim says, "I have enjoyed watching the Jewish Community Foundation grow during my time as Board Chair. There is no better feeling than seeing someone's wishes be fulfilled through their plan." Click here to read more about Jim's accomplishments. Jim is pictured here with his wife, Jane Rodda. Photo: Martha Lochert

Tucson Hebrew Academy

Why support Tucson Hebrew Academy ? Did you know that Jewish day-schools make a huge difference? Not only do they impact the lives of day-school students and families, but the Jewish community and the larger society in which graduates live and work. Research from the Cohen Center at Brandeis University found that day-school alumni demonstrate the highest levels of academic confidence and success, express a stronger commitment to addressing the needs of the community and a greater desire to make a difference in the world by volunteering their time and finding careers that positively impact society. We are proud to hold THA's Endowment Fund and to provide grants to support creative initiatives. As students become fully engaged learners, they come to enjoy testing their minds against the new challenges of the academic progra m. Jon Ben-Asher, THA’s Head of School noted, “Our Board chose JCF to steward our Endowment Funds because of its strong reputation, effective and compassionate leadership, solid track record of investment gains and commitment to the Jewish Community. They are wonderful partners!” Enrollment for the 2018-2019 year is open !

Spotlight On: Israel Civic Leaders Scholarship Fund

The JCF Israel Discovery Fund for Civic Leaders sends Jews and n on-Jews from Southern Arizona on organized trips to Israel. The Fund has supported trips for elected officials; non-profit leaders and community activists.   JCF President and CEO Tracy Salkowitz says, “We celebrate the vision and intent of our donors. This fund ensures that thought leaders and opinion makers have a realistic view and relationship with Israel.” The JCF Israel Discovery Fund is made possible by the Shaol & Evelyn Pozez Endowment Fund and the Moe & Francis Beren Family Scholarship Fund.

Around Town: Israel @ 70 Festival

EXPERIENCE THE WONDERS OF ISRAEL, RIGHT HERE IN TUCSON! Join us as we celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Israel’s Independence on April 22nd. We will honor Israeli culture and achievements with live entertainment, music, a variety of food vendors, an Israeli technology center, a “shuk” marketplace featuring the work of local artists, and fun for the entire family! The Festival will kick off with a parade of organizations from the Tucson Jewish community led by the University of Arizona Marching Band. To learn more about the festival or to volunteer, click here . We hope to see you there!

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