Family testimonials
“For my child, this opportunity is remarkable. She loves it so much. She loves her friends, she loves her teachers; she loves learning, she loves singing, she loves praying; being with these friends doing those things makes her happier than I have seen her since she was little. It moves me to tears to be watching her so happy, so much at home.
For me, not being able to pay fully, and not being able even offer more, to be generous, is sad and embarrassing; it makes me feel anxious; but the kindness and the graciousness of our benefactors also makes me feel loved, makes me feel helped to parent my daughter well and Jewishly… I am so beyond grateful. I just can’t thank you all enough. My child is very sure and certain about her Jewish identity, and the Jewish marriage, family, and community she wants to build as an adult. The scholarship you are providing is like plant food— it is growing her roots. She’s a strong, healthy, green singing shoot of a young woman, in no small part because of you. Thank you.”
– Parent of child at Temple Israel Religious School
As one, we celebrate Jewish culture, history and traditions: Federation is committed to ensuring that everyone has access to Jewish life, education, and the opportunity to embark on meaningful Jewish journeys.
Special new funding for education Tuition incentive: Federation launched a two-year tuition incentive for all families raising Jewish children and who are enrolling students for the first time in supplementary schools in the fall of 2023. Federation is pleased to report that Year One of the tuition incentive program has been a resounding success.
Since its inception, student enrollment has soared by an impressive 22. Across five participating schools, 71 first-time students have eagerly joined our educational community, representing a remarkable increase in supplementary school enrollment overall.
A gift to the Annual Campaign provides inspired Jewish experiences for all ages, with funding for programs including: AJA 50+ Creative Connections, Camp B'nai Brith's scholarships for campers, and Jewish Youth Library’s Friendship Circle and more.