Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor

08/16/2026

08/14/2026

Look who was just spotted in Michigan! 👀 Meet Mia and Hadar, our new shinshinim, who just arrived from Israel. Over the next year, they’ll be connecting with families, schools, and community organizations to help bring Israeli culture, stories, and energy to our community. Let’s give them a warm welcome!

08/13/2026

Here's one from the archives! Enjoy Mira Sussman's reflections as we celebrate 36 years of community with the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor. Our stories connect us -what’s yours? Share your special memory for a chance to be featured in our 36th anniversary commemorative book at this year’s Main Event. Submit here: https://ow.ly/Iupl50ZzylH

08/04/2026

Today is Election Day - make your voice heard! Last week, the JCRC brought our community together for an Ann Arbor Candidate Forum, where Mayoral candidates and Wards 3 & 4 City Council candidates answered your questions and shared their vision for our city. Thank you to everyone who joined us - now, let’s make an impact at the polls!

07/31/2026

This past Wednesday, JCRC Director Rabbi Asher Lopatin joined Van Jones’s Exodus Over Dinner in Detroit, gathering with over 100 other Black and Jewish leaders- including Cindy Bank, Ethan Lipsitz (Deputy Director Exodus Leadership Forum), and Dr. Ruth Pauline Plummer. Plans are underway to bring this meaningful experience to Washtenaw County in the future! Learn more about Exodus Over Dinner here: https://gather.exodusdinner.org/

07/31/2026

Calling all women! Gain valuable insights on how to protect your family and prepare financially for every stage of life. Whether you’re raising young children, caring for aging parents, or planning the legacy you hope to leave behind, this conversation will provide practical guidance to help you make informed financial and estate planning decisions with confidence. Register here: https://jlive.app/events/16043

07/28/2026

This year we are celebrating 36 years of the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor and YOU can be featured in our Commemorative Program Book! There are opportunities for all, with personal ads and business ads available to congratulate, honor, share your appreciation, or showcase your business. But don't wait! The deadline to purchase an ad is Thursday, September 10. Visit our 36th Anniversary webpage to learn more! https://www.jewishannarbor.org/about-us/celebrating-36-years-of-community/

07/27/2026

Let’s give our friends from Nahalal a heartfelt Ann Arbor send-off! Join us for a relaxed evening of lawn games, great conversation, and a community potluck as we say farewell to the Maccabi Games teen delegation before they return to Israel. Everyone is welcome! Register Here: https://jlive.app/events/16347

07/24/2026

Thank you to our 2026 Annual Community Campaign Major Donors! Your generosity helps build a vibrant Jewish community in Greater Ann Arbor.
Are you interested in strengthening our community too? Become a Major Donor with a gift of $5,000 or more. Comment below, send us a DM, or contact Development Director Becky Melamed at [email protected] to learn more.
Thank you for making a difference!