How Seniors in Ofakim Turned Coffee into Connection
April 9, 2025
Michal Zur and Rebecca Pollack
Executive Director GMW Israel Office; Chief Development Officer
This Passover, we are reminded once again of the power of community, renewal, and transformation. The story of the mobile coffee cart in our partner c...
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What “Next Year in Jerusalem” Really Means for Zionism Today
April 8, 2025
Benjamin Mann Ed. D.
Chief Planning Officer
On Saturday night Jews around the world will end the Seder ritual by singing “לשנה הבאה בירושלים”, Next year in Jerusalem! For me, this end to the se...
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Community Mitzvah Day: A Day of Impact, Connection, and Tikkun Olam
April 4, 2025
Jamie Carus
Center for Volunteerism Manager
Imagine waking up on a Sunday morning, stepping into a space buzzing with excitement and energy—700 volunteers, families, and individuals all coming t...
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This Passover 50 Are Still Enslaved in Gaza
April 3, 2025
Steven D. Levy
Interim CEO
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A Table Full of Memories and Mimouna
April 2, 2025
Laurence Seltzer
Mimouna Event Team Member
Growing up in Morocco, Mimouna was one of the most festive and joyous celebrations in my home. It marked the end of Passover with an explosion of swee...
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The Essential Security Trainings You Need to Know About
April 2, 2025
Gregory Drucks
Director of Security Training
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Za’atar Jelly, Late Night Chats, and Inspo: A Quick Trip to Israel
March 27, 2025
Kim Hirsh
Executive Director, Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ
“What is the purpose of your visit to Israel?” the El Al guard asked, his voice stern as I handed over my passport at Newark Airport. I braced myself ...
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The Importance of Watching ‘October 8’ Together
March 27, 2025
Stephanie Abrahams
Associate Director, JCRC
The documentary October 8, directed by Wendy Sachs, explores the alarming rise of antisemitism on college campuses, across social media, and throughou...
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What Teachers Are Doing to Boost Student Mental Health
March 24, 2025
Aliza Weinstock
Quest for Teaching Excellence Manager
On Tuesday, March 18, Federation hosted Day School teachers, school leadership, and invited guests at our headquarters in Whippany for a celebratory b...
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One Day, So Many Mitzvah Opportunities
March 20, 2025
Steven D. Levy
Interim CEO
Making people happier doesn’t take much. It can be as simple as a smile, a gentle touch, a nod to acknowledge them, or a quick call to say hello. But ...
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Yes, Your Kid Wants to Give Back
March 6, 2025
Aliyah Walters
PJ Library & Young Families Associate
Children have a natural drive to help others. From sharing a toy with a friend to offering a comforting hug, the instinct to give is already within th...
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The Power of Teen Volunteering on Community Mitzvah Day
February 26, 2025
Samantha Meyler
Coordinator of Teen Experiential Learning
On Sunday, March 30, Community Mitzvah Day returns to Greater MetroWest. All teens in our community are encouraged to choose a project that interests ...
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See Me, Hear Me, Understand Me—PCTI Care Explained
February 26, 2025
Marian Garber Marlowe and Debbie Rosen
Director of Local Partnerships; CARES Community Program Cord.
Please don’t be put off by the lingo. “Person-Centered Trauma Informed (PCTI)” care may sound a bit technical and perhaps even intimidating. But, at ...
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The Bibas Family Tragedy Is a Dark Day for Humanity
February 21, 2025
Steven D. Levy
Interim CEO
It is OK to be angry. It is OK to be sad. It is OK to feel shock and indignation. It is also OK weep.It is not Ok, however, to be complacent.No matt...
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Breaking Barriers: Student to Student Comes to Greater MetroWest
February 19, 2025
Samantha Meyler
Coordinator of Teen Experiential Learning
On Tuesday, February 11, Greater MetroWest’s Student to Student program held its inaugural presentation at Watchung Hills Regional High School. Five t...
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Thinking a Lot About Our Clergy
February 11, 2025
Steven D. Levy
Interim CEO
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about Rabbis and clergy in general. It could be because our community recently lost two of our most beloved Rabbanim...
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Why Expressing Jewish Identity Shouldn’t Be a Question, But Somehow Is
February 4, 2025
Rebekah Adelson
Director of Hillel of Greater MetroWest NJ
In our communities around the world, every day is a reminder of the strength, resilience, and complexity of our Jewish identity. Only days ago, we rem...
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Coalition for African American and Jewish Unity Honors Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
January 27, 2025
Stephanie Abrahams
Associate Director, JCRC
The Coalition for African American and Jewish Unity, established this year under Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council, brings together both...
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