Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia

08/25/2026

It’s almost 5787! What are your plans for the High Holidays?

Explore the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s High Holiday Guide, which includes services and programs from local synagogues and Jewish organizations across our region.

This list includes in-person, virtual, and hybrid options, as well as denominational services, children’s services, classes, Tashlich walks, and more.

Explore our guide and find the perfect programs for you.

It’s almost 5787! Explore the Jewish Federation's roundup of High Holiday offerings from the incredible synagogues and organizations in the Greater

08/24/2026

Meet Jared Rosenbloom. 👋 Jared is the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia's director of community engagement and governance.

In his role, Jared oversees the Federation in Your Neighborhood program, an expansion of direct services for our eight "Kehillot" across Greater Philadelphia. He wants to ensure that Jewish families feel connected, supported and engaged right where they live.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q04tK2_Y0

08/20/2026

For the first time since Oct. 7, local teens from the Kaiserman JCC’s Diller Teen Fellowship returned to Israel for a transformative, two-and-a-half-week exchange with their peer cohort in Herzliya.

Supported by the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, the year-long fellowship empowers 10th and 11th graders to become the next generation of leaders.

Read the article at

Over the past year, Diller Teen Fellows from Greater Philadelphia have embarked on a year-long journey of leadership development, social action and exploring Jewish identity, culminating with the Israel Summer Seminar.

08/20/2026

125 years. One community. A future we build together.

Join the 125 Challenge and help strengthen Jewish life for generations to come. Challenge participants will be recognized at our Main Event on Oct. 20.

Take the challenge today: https://hubs.ly/Q04tfj840

08/19/2026

For Allison Borrow, supporting the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia means investing in ongoing support to care for those in need, secure a vibrant Jewish future and support Israel and global Jewry.

She actively lives her commitment to "tikkun olam" through both philanthropy and leadership, serving as NextGen's Outreach Chair and as a member of the Levin Society and Women of Vision.

Join Allison and support your Jewish community today at jewishphilly.org/donate.

08/18/2026

Demonstrate Leadership. Make a Difference. Share Your Story.

Are you a Jewish teen (or do you know one) looking to make a real impact? The Student to Student (STS) program gives teens a safe, powerful platform to own their identity, build real self-assurance and shape how their peers see the world.

STS is a proven, classroom-based experiential program that brings Jewish and non-Jewish high school students together to learn about Judaism through personal storytelling.

Learn more, apply or share with a teen today:

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08/17/2026

What an incredible evening at our Shore Event! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a night filled with community connection, warmth and allyship. We are deeply grateful to our inspiring guest speakers, Loay Alshareef and Dr. Casey Babb, for sharing their vital insights on the importance of Jewish-Arab coexistence.

View some photos of the evening below.

08/14/2026

Check out Jonathan Korman’s feature in this week’s Jewish Exponent! We’re grateful for Jonathan’s commitment to our Jewish future and excited to see all he’ll accomplish as the incoming Philadelphia National Young Leadership Cabinet Chair. Mazel tov, Jonathan! 👏

👨 Meet Jonathan Korman, a member of South Philadelphia Shtiebel who is stepping in as Federation’s Philadelphia National Young Leadership Cabinet chair in September. https://www.jewishexponent.com/jonathan-korman-continues-family-tradition-of-jewish-leadership

08/14/2026

For David Weinstein, creating a legacy means supporting congregations like Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El so they can continue to offer educational programs, meaningful worship and vibrant community connections for generations to come.

Through Life & Legacy, an initiative from the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia's Jewish Community Foundation in partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, we’re helping ensure that synagogues like Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El will thrive far into the future.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4wp5MgE

08/12/2026

What a start for eight of our Philadelphia Cabinet Members who attended Jewish Federations of North America's National Young Leadership Cabinet retreat in Minneapolis. The retreat brought together nearly 300 young leaders filled with ideas, inspiration and connection. A special welcome to our four first-year Cabinet members who began their journey last week!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4wNmFTo