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Today's Date: Tuesday, February 09, 2010  •  25 Shevat 5770
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Local efforts assist Haitian evacuees; community raises $667,000
Individuals can contribute online, by phone at 312.444.2869, or by mail.

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Haiti

In the wake of the catastrophic earthquake that has devastated Haiti, the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago has opened an emergency mailbox to funnel humanitarian aid to the impoverished island nation.

Individuals can contribute online, by phone at 312.444.2869, or by mail: Jewish Federation Haitian Earthquake Relief Fund, c/o Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, 30 S. Wells St., Room 3023, Chicago, IL 60606.

More info | posted on 1/13/2010

2009 Annual Report

This has proven to be a most challenging time for our community, which has been caught in the perfect economic storm that engulfed our nation over the last year. The 2009 Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago Annual Report discusses how the institution is addressing the exponential increase in people seeking emergency assistance at a time of decreasing available resources.

Read more | posted on 9/16/2009

Camp TOVCamp TOV is about making a difference while having fun. It's a week-long, interactive service-oriented day program on wheels. Each day, campers head off on a new adventure, immersing themselves in volunteer projects that focus on poverty, hunger, environmental concerns, caring for the elderly, and more.

More info | Sign Up | posted on 1/29/2010

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The TOV Monthly Teen Volunteering (MTV) program allows teens to spend a couple of hours a month making a difference in the lives of others and in the Chicago community. Teens can participate once, twice, or every month. Whether you want to help the environment, brighten a senior's day, fight hunger and poverty, or lend a hand to people with disabilities, there's an opportunity waiting for you.

More info | posted on 10/21/2009

LSIP 09

Coming Home to Chicago this Summer? Apply for the Lewis Family Summer Intern Program 2010 offering 26 paid internships in agencies/departments of the Jewish Federation. Contact the Hillels of Illinois at lsip@juf.org or 312/444-2868 to schedule a Winter Break interview in Chicago. 

Application Deadline: Feb. 26, 2010. Interview Deadline: March 19, 2010

Apply | More info | posted on 11/4/2009

JF Scholarships

Educational scholarship funds from grants administered by the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago are available for Jewish college and graduate students. More than $500,000 each year is available for full-time students, predominantly those legally domiciled in the metropolitan Chicago area, who are identified as having promise for significant contributions in their chosen careers. Assistance is available primarily for those in need who are pursuing careers in the helping professions.

More info | posted on 11/17/2009

parnossahworkschicago

Chicago’s newest free job search website connects job seekers and employers. Sponsored by JVS Chicago. Supported by the Jewish Federation J-Help Initiative.
 

More info | posted on 8/17/2009

Book Buddies

Be a part of an exciting new program for young families. Once a month we will be reading stories about the Jewish holidays, singing songs, and creating art projects. Bring your friends, and meet new ones, too!

Sign up | posted on 10/7/2009

Right Start

We believe that Jewish early childhood education is so important that we created JUF Right Start to make Jewish preschool and daycare more accessible and affordable for Jewish parents.
 

More info | posted on 3/17/2009

JCRC Environmental Initiative

The Jewish Community Relations Council is proud to announce the launch of an in-depth, up-to-date Environmental Initiative resource guide. Whether you’re only beginning your involvement in environmentalism, or consider yourself a seasoned “green” veteran, this resource has something to offer everyone.

Read more | posted on 9/8/2008

Ahmadinejad

The Iranian regime under President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has become a growing threat to security and stability throughout the Middle East and around the world.

More info | posted on 8/8/2008

Congregations and Community 2010 Events

The Congregations & Community Campaign Department would like to thank all the congregations participating in the 2010 Jewish United Fund - Israel Emergency Fund Annual Campaign. 

View schedule | posted on 12/30/2009

Milton Horn

Milton Horn was a renowned Russian-born American Jewish sculptor and artist who lived and worked in Chicago for many years.  His works are exhibited in museums and institutions throughout the United States. Thanks to a gift from Paula and Peter Ellis of the Milton Horn Fine Art Trust, the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is fortunate to be able to showcase a number of Horn's drawings and several of his sculptures for the benefit of the Jewish community.
 

View sculptures and drawings | posted on 10/30/2008