Dear friends,
“It’s a long walk, we want someone we can hold hands with, who can think with us,” said Dahlit Tener Visotzky, a kibbutz administrator, descr…
As we journey through the summer months, the antisemitism our teens and young adults face weighs heavily on parents' minds. Yet, I am inspired by the stren…
Breakfast this past Monday made us all smile. (l-r): Tzach Shmuely (our new Shaliach), Felicia Zakem (Chief Planning Officer), Danielle V. Minson (CEO), Martha Brand Dave (Community Building Associate), Jan Evans (Director of Allocations), Josh Blatt (Board Chair) and Yarden Neeman (outgoing…
Josh Blatt, Federation's Chair of the Board, and Danielle V. Minson, Federation's CEO
Dear friends,
From the initial news on the morning of October 7 when we heard of the attack on Israel, to the realization and learning of unimaginable atrocities that occurred that day, to the troubling …
Felicia Zakem, Debbie Wasserman Schultz, and Danielle V. Minson
Dear friends,
Last week, like many since October 7, underscored the strength we draw from each other and the global Jewish community.
During a recent lunch with Shalom Norman, a former Shaliach to Cincinnati fro…
Chag Passover Sameach from the team at the Jewish Federation.
Dear friend,
From Cincinnati to Paris to Tel Aviv, as the sun sets this Monday, Jews around the world will gather for Passover seders, the annual ritual during which we recount our ancestors’ journey from bondage to freedom. �…
We celebrate the success of our JCRC annual meeting.
Dear Friends,
This Wednesday, over 200 people from our Jewish community and alliescame together at our Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) Annual Meeting. We shared our collaborative work in education, security, and advocacy over …
Dear friends,
In navigating my role, the lines between my professional and personal life often blur—a testament to my belief in and passion for our mission, for which I feel fortunate. During a site visit to Miami University, I managed to catch up with my nephew over lunch which I loved! …
As we grapple with the war’s complexities, each day unfolds with an ache for the release of the hostages and a deep yearning for peace. The desire for peace cou…
The City Council meeting was fraught; over 75 community members spoke.
Update 03/7/2024: Last month, we saw over 175 community members come together at the Cincinnati City Council, showcasing our united wish for peace. This collective effort was underscored this Wednesday with the passage…
For those of you who attended our Federation Impact Breakfast two days ago—I want to start by saying thank you for your participation. It was such a wonderful and moving way to be together…
Dear Friends,
As we begin 2024, I am determined to embrace the challenges the new year will bring. The…
The Cincinnati Enquirer published my article on youth mental health today. But you can also read it, below:
As Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, approaches, the sound of the shofar − a ram's horn traditionally blown throughout the month, culminating on Yom Kippur, the Jewish day of a…
If you came to our annual meeting last week, thank you. If you did not, we missed you! The Amberley Room bare…
