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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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Why Federation’s Teen Programs Are Crucial for Today’s Generation
March 27, 2025
Samantha Meyler Coordinator of Teen Experiential Learning
Growing up as a Jewish girl in New Jersey, I was always told, “There are Jews everywhere.” Yet, somehow, that never seemed to include my town. The onl...
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These Borinsky Young Leaders Are Just Getting Started
March 24, 2025
Jordan Vaughter NextGen Manager
NextGen's Borinsky Young Leadership Development program kicked off on February 4 with a group of 10 dedicated individuals from all over Greater MetroW...
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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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