Hundreds of community leaders, philanthropists, and dedicated supporters gathered to celebrate JFS’s vital work and honor those who champion its mission of building a stronger, healthier, and more resilient San Diego. [Barrett Holman Leak]
JFS Reaches a New Fundraising Record with Heart & Soul Read More »
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People have asked us why we joined Jewish Federation of San Diego’s March of the Living mission—and why we agreed to co-chair the trip. For each of us, the motivation was different. [Sonia Israel, Shari Schenk, and Jeff Schindler]
March of the Living’s Local Leaders Tell Motivations, Experiences Read More »
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The days between Passover and Shavout include counting the Omer. The countdown represents the time between our ancestors’ liberation and the time they accepted the responsibility of becoming Torah-observing Jews. [Cailin Acosta]
San Diego Jewish Community Counts the Omer Read More »
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Each year the Jewish Community Foundation San Diego (JCF) facilitates the Peter Chortek Leadership Award (PCLA), an award created by the Chortek Family to foster Jewish communal involvement by rewarding Jewish teens who are practicing Tikkun Olam, repairing the world. [Press Release]
Danielle Boodman, Rebecca Leeman Recipients of Chortek Awards Read More »
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“Programs like Safe Parking give us a chance to intervene early and get folks on a path back to housing, and with the H Barracks site, we’ll be able to help hundreds more struggling San Diegans,” Mayor Todd Gloria said. [Times of San Diego]
JFS to Run ‘Safe Parking’ Site Near Airport Read More »
Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Times of San Diego– Jewish Federation of San Diego, Lawrence Family JCC, Israeli American Council and Jewish Community Foundation San Diego have three community gatherings happening all in one week. If you work for the Federation, JCC, IAC or JCFSD or know someone who does, they deserve a hug, yasher koach or, L’Chaim for all the work that goes into coordinating these events. All three of these events are free and open to the public but register for them for attendance purposes. [Cailin Acosta]
Yasher Koach to Staffs of These 4 Jewish Organizations Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, Israel, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Obituaries & memorials, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast“It’s the final countdown!” I don’t know about you, but my broom has stayed in the kitchen and dining room for the past couple of days sweeping up the matzo crumbs from every meal. [Cailin Acosta]
Passover Nears End; So Too Does Tending to Matzo Crumbs Read More »
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“As a Christian, my spiritual heritage exists in the Jewish people. The bond Jews and Christians share is deep and profound,” said Heaton. “Along with that, our shared Judeo-Christian values are the foundation for the free and thriving democracies we see in Israel, America, and around the world. The Jewish future is everyone’s future!” [Press Release]
Patricia Heaton Promises to Remember Israel, Jewish People in Her Will Read More »
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4 Paws of Love is a non-profit that takes trained and personable poodles to visit senior residences, memory care facilities, and any place where the residents can benefit from seeing, petting, and talking to a loving poodle. [Mimi Pollack]
Volunteer of the Month: Robin Kaufman, Founder of 4 Paws of Love Read More »
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The $10 million gift, from Dr. Irwin Jacobs, will establish the museum’s Joan and Irwin Jacobs Center for Science and Conservation. [Brooke Binkowski, Times of San Diego]
Jewish Donor Contributes $10M to Natural History Museum Read More »
Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Times of San DiegoFreckles, my angora rabbit, enjoys the cilantro, parsley and mint I have planted. I just wonder if the wild critters will enjoy it more since I do notice bite marks and my plants not producing as much. But I am always happy to feed the possums, skunks and wild rabbits that take a nibble and then go on their way. [Cailin Acosta]
An Animal Lover’s Joy in Gardening Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Jewish Religion, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share, Travel and Food, Trivia, Humor & SatireInstead of giving my 13-year-old daughter a generational Hebrew name, a few years ago, while attending Hebrew School at Chabad of East County. I gave her the choice and she chose Esther. She said Queen Esther was a courageous woman, stood her ground and saved our people. [Cailin Acosta]
Drawing Inspiration–and a Name–from the Purim Story Read More »
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Jewish tradition teaches that, like Esther, we all face moments when our action—or inaction—can make a vital difference. We can either seize the moment or turn away. Our tradition calls on us to seize the moment. [Dana Toppel]
Purim Teaches the Necessity of Stepping Up Read More »
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– For activists pushing a cause, this book offers nine tips for success. It was written by one of the nation’s foremost advocates for inclusion in all walks of life of people with disabilities. [Donald H. Harrison]
A ‘How To’ Book for Activists Pushing a Noble Cause Read More »
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