January 19, 2023
26 Tevet, 5783
Why We March...

"Our family decided to march on MLK day to help continue Dr. King’s legacy and advocate for civil and economic justice for African Americans. We want our children to understand what Dr. King fought for and why it’s still relevant today. We’re proud to march with the Jewish Federation and show our community’s support."

-Liane Moneta Koehler

THANK YOU to everyone who spent part of the MLK Holiday with us at the MLK March and Protecting the Dream convocation. Your allyship supports the work to bring justice to our community.
Social Justice Seder

Join us on March 30th for the JCRC Seder. This is a community event open to all. Co-Chairs Rachel and Marcus Whitney.
JCRC Seder will be from 6-8 pm at the Gordon JCC with special guest Michael W. Twitty.

Book signing with Michael W. Twitty from 8 to 8:30 PM. Books can be purchased during the event through Parnassus Books. 
Newcomer Shabbat is Back!

Friday, February 10
Newcomers will be matched with a volunteer community host who shares some things in common while joining some other newcomers in a fun, meaningful Shabbat experience.

You are also welcome to host a Newcomer Shabbat and get assigned some newcomers to have at your table. Reimbursement for meal expenses is available. Reach out to Eitan Snyder for any questions.

Form to attend as a GUEST

Form to HOST Shabbat
Israel's New Government and The Law of Return

January 26, at 1 PM ET

The Law of Return gives anyone with at least one Jewish grandparent the right to immigrate to Israel. A number of members of Israel's new government seek to remove this “grandparent clause,” and the issue appears in signed coalition agreements. Join the Jewish Federations and the Israel Democracy Institute to examine the debate and the considerable consequences that may follow.

Register Here!
Get Connected 2023
9th Graders Are Also Welcome!

Get Connected makes the dream of traveling to Israel come true for current 9th and 11th-grade students. Travel dates are June 6-20, 2023.
The early bird cost of $1800 is extended through the end of January
Additional funding is available through Mary and Harry Zimmerman Youth Exchange Endowment Fund Incentive Grants housed at Jewish Federation. This grant is not needs-based and all students on Get Connected are eligible.

Learn more at our virtual information session on January 22 at 7 PM.

Register For The Trip HERE!
We Want To Hear From You!

Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville is seeking your insights on creating a welcoming, safe, and celebratory space for LGTBQ+ community members and ensuring a more vibrant and interconnected Jewish community. If you would like to join the conversation, please contact Michal Becker at michal@jewishnashville.org


Tzedakah is the cornerstone of our Jewish community. Sometimes we give; sometimes we need to receive. It's okay to ask for help. We are here with confidential resources to lend a hand. Reach out for assistance HERE.

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