A subdued Purim begins across Israel as the conflict with Iran enters its third day. Missile attacks continue, fighting has expanded to Israel’s northern border, and regional tensions are intensifying. Jewish Federations of North America’s Israel Office is providing ongoing updates on developments, impacts to Israel’s home front, and how partners are responding.
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Supporting urgent needs & strengthening Jewish life
Support Israel
Responding to the Crisis in Israel
As the war with Iran continues, we are mobilizing immediate relief and sustaining our long-term partnerships to support communities across Israel.
Photos, top: Ohad Zwigenberg/AP. From left: Erik Marmor/Getty Images; Rami Slush/Reuters
Building meaningful, personal connections to Israel and Israelis.
A strong connection to Israel enhances our individual and collective American Jewish experience. Feeling part of a global Jewish family and connected to the Jewish homeland is one of the gifts of Jewish identity. Our role is to help people pursue and deepen those ties and form connections with Israel and Jewish peoplehood that feel real, nuanced, and personal.
Ready for Summer Adventure
A first Jewish overnight camp experience can be life-changing—and now’s the time to make it happen. Through One Happy Camper, eligible first-time campers can receive grants of up to $1,000 toward summer 2026.
Whether it’s friendship around the campfire or discovering new ways to grow Jewishly, this is the summer they’ll never forget.
Catch the Roundup
Whether you’re planning your weekend, exploring ways to give back, or catching up on community news, you’ll find something meaningful here.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
Inspiring a Strong, Connected Jewish Community
Across DC, Northern Virginia, and suburban Maryland, we bring people, organizations, and resources together to take on our community’s biggest challenges. As a hub for bold ideas and collective action, we empower Jewish Greater Washington to imagine what’s possible and shape what’s next.
We’re building a vibrant Jewish future—rooted in care, belonging, and bold purpose. A future where every person feels seen and supported. Where Jewish learning thrives, Jewish peoplehood and Israel are embraced, and our values come to life in the ways we lead, give, and show up for one another.
Stronger Together: Our Impact in Action
Purim calls us not only to celebration, but to give directly to those in need. Through $1.85M in funding, Federation provides critical relief, dignity, and hope to those facing hardship.
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Four years into the war in Ukraine, intensified attacks continue to disrupt daily life—yet Jewish life endures. Through Federation’s global partners, nearly 57,000 vulnerable Jews have received care, while thousands engage in Jewish Agency programs, camps, and Aliyah preparation.
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After eight weeks at Tzedek DC’s Financial Empowerment Program, 98% of participants made tangible financial changes—from raising credit scores by 100 points to paying down debt—gaining not just stability, but lasting confidence with support from Federation investment.
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Amid political polarization, antisemitism, and deepening debates about Israel, Federation reflects on what we owe our community now—building durable bridges, engaging the full range of voices, and strengthening connection to Jewish life, Israel, and one another.
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Inspiring the next generation
Through mentoring, meaningful volunteering, and vibrant Jewish-life experiences, we empower teens and youth across Greater Washington to lead, learn, and belong.
Empowering leadership
We’re dedicated to identifying and nurturing Jewish leaders across Greater Washington, providing a variety of experiences to help them grow and lead.
Securing our community
Through expert assessments, grant support, training, and trusted partnerships, JShield, our community security initiative, works hand-in-hand with Jewish organizations across Greater Washington to build a culture of security rooted in care and confidence.
Combating antisemitism
Together with community leaders, partner organizations, and you, we are transforming fear into focus, and frustration into forward momentum.
Responding to crisis
Whether it’s a natural disaster, local challenge, or geopolitical emergency, we’re ready to respond quickly, thoughtfully, and with care, clarity, and action.
Connecting with Israel
Through our Community Shlichim and Hands-On Israel programs, we’re proud to create opportunities for our community to connect with Israel on a deeper level—understanding its challenges and building lasting relationships with Israelis from all walks of life.
Building Jewish life in NoVA
Through neighborhood gatherings, family programs, and partnerships with local organizations, we’re helping Jewish life in Northern Virginia grow brighter, stronger, and more connected, one relationship at a time.
