Friday, July 3, 2020 | 11 Tammuz 5780
Light Candles at
8:16 PM
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Keeping our community informed, inspired, and connected to Jewish life in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley, in Israel, and around the world.
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CEO message
to the community
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Friend!
Good morning.
This past Sunday evening I attended a
Virtual Interfaith Vigil coordinated by
the Islamic Society of Delaware (ISD) i
n support of the Black Lives Matter movement.
We thank the ISD, the various faith leaders who spoke including Rabbi Jacob Lieberman of Temple Beth El and Rabbi Michael Beals of Congregation Beth Shalom, as well as Senator Chris Coons and Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long.
On Monday afternoon our Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) collaborated with the JCRC's from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Southern New Jersey, and Lehigh Valley, for a zoom webinar with David Horovitz, Founding Editor of the online newspaper,
Times of Israel
. Horovitz was joined by Haviv Rettig Gur, Political Correspondent and Analyst at
Times of Israel
, who discussed the possibility that Israel may annex or apply sovereignty to areas of the West Bank and the potential implications of that decision.
On Tuesday evening, we virtually said
L'hitraot
to Community
Shlicha
, Daniella Buchshtaber who will be flying home to Israel next week. Federation's CONNECT: Young Adult Network is also planning a goodbye gathering with Daniella this Sunday as well.
The
2020-2021 Shalom Delaware - Jewish Community Guide to Life in Delaware & the Brandywine Valley
, has been published.
Click here
to access the online e-dition. Thank you to Editor, Jaidy Schweers and Art Director, Carolyn Katwan, for their support.
I attended a webinar on
Successful Collaborations
Wednesday afternoon coordinated by the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement (DANA). Federation is a proud member of DANA which serves as an important resource to the Delaware nonprofit community.
Our offices are closed today in observance of Independence Day. As we head into this holiday weekend, please remember that
COVID-19 is still active in Delaware.
#MaskUpDE
and do your part to help stop the spread. There are testing locations throughout the state. Find your nearest testing location and learn more at:
coronavirus.delaware.gov/testing
We Grow Stronger TOGETHER.
Shabbat Shalom,
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Seth J. Katzen
President & Chief Executive Officer
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2019-2020 IMPACT Report
to the Community
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Jewish Federation of Delaware is pleased to present our 2019-2020 IMPACT Report to the Community entitled,
In Challenging Times We Grow Stronger TOGETHER
.
The report is a journey through the past year, highlighting our various achievements, resilience and perseverance.
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100% of funds raised will go directly to the COVID-19 response efforts.
Receive JFD facemask & touchless door opener when you donate $36. Receive 2 kits for donations of $50 or more.
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If you or someone you know is in crisis due to the Coronavirus, please let us help. Email us at
JFDinfo@ShalomDel.org
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Click on the Synagogue for Links to Services & Programming
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Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks
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Additional News Links & Updates
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Upcoming Federation Events
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ADL Presentation for DE Jewish Community
JULY 15TH AT NOON
Zoom Webinar
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For more information, contact Rabbi Ellen Bernhardt at
Ellen@shalomdel.org
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JCC Lunch Delivery
WEEK OF JULY 6TH - 10TH
North Wilmington
The Siegel JCC’s Senior Center is preparing healthy, delicious, Kosher meals for delivery to seniors and others in our community every weekday. Reserve a lunch one day in advance by emailing
jackierankins@siegeljcc.org
or leaving a voicemail at (302) 613-9215. We can deliver to the North Wilmington area. Pricing for those in our ongoing meal program will be as usual. For all others, lunches are $5 each, plus a $1 delivery fee. Reserve early - lunches are first come, first served.
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JFS Sandwich Generation Support Group
SATURDAY, JULY 4TH AT 9 AM
Online
Caring for a child AND an aging parent? This support group, for members of the "sandwich generation," covers topics including self-care, effective communication, setting healthy boundaries, and more.
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Grief & Loss Support Group For Teens
WEDNESDAY JULY 8TH AT 7 PM
Online
In collaboration with Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care, JFS Delaware is hosting a free, online support group series for teens (ages 13-17) who are experiencing and processing grief and loss. Topics covered will include stages of grief, avoiding complicated grief, and personal expressions of grief & loss. This is a 6-part series and will meet every Wednesday through August 12; we encourage participants to attend all 6 sessions.
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Discussion of Film "Just Mercy"
SUNDAY JULY 5TH AT 7 PM
Zoom
The Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Education Committee invites the community to a discussion of the film Just Mercy. Based on the true story of Delaware native Bryan Stevenson's Equal Justice Initiative , Just Mercy is a timely look at a young lawyer's determination to offer fair and thorough legal representation to African-American defendants. It is a compelling exploration of some of the injustices in America that have energized the Black Lives Matter movement. Leading the discussion will be attorney Eric Doroshow and Judge Aida Waserstein.
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Siegel JCC Gesher Summer Program 2020
We are continuing to accept registrations for the Siegel JCC’s Gesher summer program for rising 1st-6th graders! Get a glimpse into the safe, fun summer our friends are having at the J
here
. Registration is on a weekly basis, with availability Jul 13 - Aug 14. Learn more and register
here
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Siegel JCC Summer Membership 2020
Get your summertime membership on! Summer at the J runs now through Labor Day Weekend and includes access to our full facility: Fitness Center, Group Exercise Classes, Indoor & Outdoor Pools, Tennis, Beach Volleyball, and more. Sign up
here
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Today, Tomorrow, and TOGETHER
Federation Strengthens Community
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TODAY...
The Annual Campaign
- Addresses the most pressing needs
- Feeds the hungry
- Helps the unemployed
- Supports families with special needs
- Funds Jewish education
Wendy Berger
Senior Vice President,
Financial Resource Development
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TOMORROW...
Create A Jewish Legacy
- A legacy allows individuals and families to support the Jewish causes they care so deeply about.
- An endowment ensures that tomorrow's needs will be met through perpetual funding.
Creating A Jewish Legacy.
Shari Dym
CJL Program Manager
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Check out this month's issue of
J-VOICE Monthly!
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The Jewish Community Guide to life in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley.
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Federation is the trusted steward of your philanthropy.
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Federation is the wise stewards of your philanthropy
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The leading provider of user reviews about nonprofits. Federation has been honored with their Top-Rated Award every year since 2012.
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The nation's largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities. Federation has received their Four-Star Rating the past five years.
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The leading source of nonprofit information. Federation is a Platinum Participant, the highest level of recognition offered due to our commitment to transparency.
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