“The Power of Your Gift”: Introducing 2021 Annual Campaign Cochairs Sherri and Adam Symson
“Cincinnati is a world-class Jewish community by design, and a lot of hard work. It�…
Why I Give: “I Get to Be Part of Someone’s Mitzvah!”: Why Robert and Marcy Klein Are So Passionate About Jewish Cincinnati
…“It’s important for us …
For Marsha and Mark Barsman, being active members of the Jewish community goes beyond just giving money. “It’s honoring and respecting others,” Mark said. “I’m a third-generation Am…
“I never really thought about what it meant to be involved in a Jewish community. I just kind of took it for granted,” said Bonnie Ullner, the cochai…
A Jewish Family Service COVID-19 Story
“Adele was an invaluable source of wisdom and support for my family and me,” said Leonora about her parents’ Jewish Family Service social worker. “Th…
“It seemed like a perfect synergy of Jewish organizations,” said Alexis. “My twin six-year-old girls love to do art, and the Connect Project…
A Necessary Move Online
Class started at 10 a.m., but students began arriving a few minutes early. There was the usual hubbub—chatting, laughter, smiles, and waves. But this wasn’t a typical classroom. This was a class conducted over video conference.
Seven students had gathered fo…
The "generosity of humans" helps a couple to grieve
“I asked what she wanted, what can I do?” Marc Nachowitz relates the story over the phone, grief showing in his voice’s low intensity.
He an…
On the day before Passover …
Jewish Family Service Heldman Family Pantry prioritizes safety, clients, during crisis
Jewish Family Service Heldm…
By Chrissie and Josh Blatt, Jewish Federation of Cincinnati Campaign Chairs
Given mandatory stay-at-home o…
“The feeling is indescribable when a couple who has felt less connected to religion o…
Federation’s JCRC Supports Local Family, School to Fight Antisemitism
“In the hallways when I was wal…
As I walked into Zelda and Lou Jacobs’ house, I was greeted by the amazing smell of chicken soup. I …
