Friday, May 13, 2022 | 12 Iyar 5782
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Good morning. Please find below thoughts and highlights from this week's activities...
Monday, May 9th
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Federation's Executive Committee Meeting met in the evening under the leadership of Board Chair, Russ Silberglied. We meet monthly in addition to our monthly Board of Directors meetings that provide ongoing guidance and counsel.
Tuesday, May 10th
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The Jewish Community Relations Committee (JCRC) met under the leadership of new Chair, Josh Schoenberg. The JCRC serves as the public affairs arm of the Jewish Federation of Delaware and works with government leaders and the media as an advocate for Israel.
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The Allocations Committee met in the evening under the leadership of Co-Chairs, Mitch Steinberg and Connie Sugarman. The committee will be meeting again next week in preparation of finalizing their recommendations to the Federation Board of Directors later this month.
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Wednesday, May 11th
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Federation leaders Suzanne Grant and Josh Schoenberg represented Delaware at the JFNA Washington Conference, joining more than 300 attendees. The four major priorities for the conference: increasing funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program, which secures houses of worship, to $360 million; providing funding for the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act, which improves hate crime reporting; providing supplemental funding for humanitarian assistance to Ukraine; and combating antisemitism.
Thursday, May 12th
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Last night Federation Beneficiary Agency, Einstein Day, had an evening performance of Shrek the Musical at the Siegel JCC Amphitheatre. The final performance is a matinee this Sunday. See below for more details.
Friday, May 13th
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PJ Library will be having a PJ Shabbat at Seaside Jewish Community and coordinating a PJ Play on Sunday morning. This international family engagement program has surpassed 500 PJ monthly subscriptions in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley.
Our Women of Wisdom (WOW) Event at the Blue Ball Barn is next week on May 19th.
We Grow Stronger TOGETHER.
Shabbat Shalom ,
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Seth J. Katzen
President & CEO
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Click here to read an update about the latest developments, including the most recent relief programs that have been launched by Federations and our partners. We are continuing our massive efforts in response to the Ukraine crisis. Our system-wide fundraising has passed $60 million.
For more on how you can get involved in support of Ukraine, click here.
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photo credit: Sopa Images Limited/Alamay |
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Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, z"l
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upcoming federation events |
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THURSDAY, MAY 19TH AT 6:30 PM
Blue Ball Barn
This year's soiree will feature Lisa Friedman Clark, an endowed Lion from Jewish Federation of New York, and a distinguished panel of philanthropic leaders from Glenmede to discuss aligning your values with your investments. Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvre will be served.
We will be honoring community leader, Lisa Dadone-Weiner, with the inaugural Women of Wisdom WOW Award. The Award is a personally designed, hand-signed, and numbered piece of artwork by the talented Alex Rudin.
$125 registration | Space is limited!
Virtual option available for the immuno-compromised or health-impaired.
*All dietary laws observed. | NO minimum gift required. | No solicitation at the event.
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THANK YOU to our leading WOW Sponsors: |
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Investment and Wealth Management. |
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Subaru Dealership and Service Center. |
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 25TH AT NOON
VIRTUAL
Join us virtually for stimulating conversation, learning and sharing on a variety of topics. We continue our series entitled "Women Leaders in Our Community." This session will be led by Rabbi and Educator, Ilyse S. Kramer and focus on the The Heart of Jewish Prayer: Singing for our Souls. For more information, contact Rabbi Ellen Bernhardt at Ellen@ShalomDel.org.
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MONDAY, MAY 30TH AT 10 AM
Jewish Community Cemetery (Foulk Rd)
Join us for a mitzvah as we refresh the Jewish Community Cemetery and place fresh flags down on our veteran's graves. Teens will receive community service hours for participating. Open to the entire community. For more information, contact Philippa Miller at Philippa@ShalomDel.org.
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THURSDAY, JUNE 9TH AT 6PM
Siegel JCC
Join us for Federation's 87th Annual Meeting. Program will include the installation of the 2022-2023 Officers & Board of Directors, Annual Report, and Agency Updates.
2022 Award Recipients:
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Irving S. Shapiro Community Builder Award - Seth Bloom, z"l
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Steven J. Rothschild Volunteer Award - Connie Sugarman
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upcoming Jewish community events |
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Matinee Performance by Albert Einstein Academy Drama Club
SUNDAY, MAY 15TH AT 11 AM
Siegel JCC Amphitheater
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Hadassah Garden Party and Fashion Show
SUNDAY, MAY 15TH AT 2 PM
Siegel JCC
Come see Hadassah members model fashions from Greenville's White House Black Market Chicos. Refreshments will be served. Cost is $18 or $36 to be a sponsor and have your name listed in the program. Send a check payable to Hadassah to: Arlene Eckell, 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue , Apt. 602, Wilmington, Delaware 19806. For more information, contact: Sylvia Wagman at wilchapter@hadassah.org
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Check out this month's issue of Jewish Living Delaware!
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The Jewish Community Guide to life in Delaware and the Brandywine Valley.
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Learn about the myriad ways We Grow Stronger TOGETHER.
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