01/30/2024
Since October 7th Jews around the world have been facing increasing threats and Antisemitism with the ADL reporting a 337% rise in attacks since October 7th.
Jewish Community Federation of Richmond, thanks to the generosity of our community has granted $75,000 to local agencies, synagogues and Hillel's and Jewish Campus organizations to enhance community security and support students on University campuses in our region.
$55,000 was allocated among community organizations and synagogues to support security personnel and enhancements.
$20,000 was allocated to local/regional university programs for the Spring semester to combat antisemitism on campus. These include Hillel at VCU, U of R Hillel, Jewish Life at VCU, JMU, and UVA.
These grants were made in addition to over $5.5million in Israel Emergency Campaign and Annual Campaign fundraising for 2024. Grants were made in cooperation with Federations Regional Security Program.
This is Federation at work!
Jewish Community Federation of Richmond