Hope isn’t given—it’s woven, one relationship at a time.
When I visited Israel with 15 other community leaders, we sat alongside children—kids who have endured unimaginable trauma—and together, we built dream catchers. At first, they hesitated, their hands hovering over the str…
Returning to Israel is always powerful, but this trip was different. It was not just a visit; it was a homecoming to a land that has shaped so much of my identity and purpose. I first fell in love with Israel decades ago during my time in the OTZMA program, and though I have returned nearl…
Peace. Connection. Opportunity. Family. Safety. Each of these is possible for individuals in our community—thanks to you.
This past summer, twenty Israeli teens found a brief respite from the chaos of war. Freed from fear and uncertainty, they kayaked, laughed, and connected with new frie…
Rini Levy, a respected member and long-standing lay leader of Cincinnati’s Jewish community, was honored with the Jewish Federations of North America's prestigious Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award at the International Lion of Judah Conference in Atlanta.
This award celebrates extraordina…
Each year, I choose a word that reflects my goals, both personally and professionally. Light is my guiding word in 2025. For me, 2024 was heavy—so my intention this year is to focus on light, a single word that encourages me to approach life’s challenges with greater ease and clari…
