Jewish Federation opens fund for Oklahoma Tornado relief
Donations are being accepted to help those impacted by the devastating tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City area Monday.

State senator apologizes for Nazi-linked namecalling
Donne Trotter says comments were "inappropriate and wrong" after Federation leaders condemned his use of Hitler/Goebbels comparison in criticisizing governor's support of Department Director Julie Hamos.

'Sanctuary' focuses on 'Teen Philanthropy in Action'
Watch the full episode online now.

President Obama taps Pritzker for commerce secretary
The president nominated Penny Pritzker for commerce secretary and Mike Froman for the U.S. trade representative.

The picture
Never give up hope because he or she could be just around the corner looking for you too.

Chicago day-school funding innovation tops $10 million
Latest distribution aids 17 local schools

VIDEO: Community gathers at Ravinia for Israel Solidarity Day

More than 8,000 revelers gathered April 28 at Ravinia Festival for the Jewish United Fund's 2013 Israel Solidarity Day (ISD) featuring the Walk with Israel, in honor of Israel's 65th birthday. This year, the Chicago-area Jewish community came together for a Sunday in the park—a brand new venue—for one big event filled with exercise, tzedakah, music, food, family fun, and tons of Israeli spirit.

'Sanctuary' focuses on 'Teen Philanthropy in Action'
Watch the full episode online now.

An interview with Josh Radnor
Getting to know the man behind Ted Mosby.

The long list of Jewish reality stars
These days it seems reality TV is taking over—this yenta is the first to admit she watches a lot of it, even though she knows she shouldn’t.

March 2012
Obituaries that appeared in the March 2012 issue of JUF News.

Jewish Federation opens fund for Oklahoma Tornado relief
Donations are being accepted to help those impacted by the devastating tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City area Monday.