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Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey

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Caring for the vulnerable, making the community vibrant, connecting with Israel and those overseas.

Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey serves Monmouth and Greater Middlesex counties, bringing together people, partners and resources to fulfill pressing needs and aspirations of the Jewish community. We address antisemitism through public advocacy, education, security initiatives, and multicultural collaboration; inspire and empower young people to embrace Jewish joy and learning for a vibrant Jewish future; forge connections with the people of Israel and Jewish communities worldwide, especially in times of crisis; and leverage resources to connect individuals and institutions who need help with those who CAN help — addressing the vulnerabilities of our community as a whole.

10/28/2026

Women’s Philanthropy welcomed Shirley Russak Wachtel, author of The Baker of Lost Memories, for the Annual Barbara Kagan Littman Book and Author Series. Drawing on her experience as the daughter of Holocaust survivors, Wachtel shared how her family’s history shaped her story and characters, underscoring the enduring power of memory and intergenerational connection.

10/07/2026

10/02/2026

Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey welcomes Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah, which mark the completion and beginning of the Torah reading cycle. We rejoice in the Torah’s eternal wisdom and the strength of our traditions. Chag Sameach!

09/30/2026

A new Israeli documentary raises serious allegations about the conduct of the war in Gaza. In this commentary, Federation's Dan Rozett examines the questions these allegations raise and why evidence, context and careful scrutiny are essential before reaching conclusions.
Click here to read the full commentary: https://bit.ly/4rEv8GR

09/25/2026

Chag Sukkot Sameach! As we gather in our sukkahs this week, we’re reminded that true strength comes from building community, not walls. We are stronger when we’re together.
This is the heart of our work at Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey:
Building communities strong enough to shelter all.
Creating lasting connections that provide meaning and security.
Ensuring no one faces life’s uncertainties alone.
Wishing you a joyful Sukkot filled with connection and celebration.

09/22/2026

We are horrified by the shooting outside the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, as members of the Jewish community gathered to observe Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar.

Jews must be able to gather in prayer and community without fear, and we urge authorities to fully investigate this attack and hold those responsible accountable.

As we learn more details, we pray for the full and speedy recovery of those injured, and thank the heroic law enforcement officer who engaged the shooter and sustained injuries.

We stand in solidarity with the Belleville Jewish community at this deeply painful moment, and will never back down on our fulfilling community’s security needs.

09/20/2026

On Yom Kippur, we gather as a community to reflect, seek forgiveness, and draw strength from another as we look ahead with renewed hope. We wish you and your loved ones a meaningful fast. May we all be inscribed and sealed in the Book of Life. G’mar Chatima Tova.

09/11/2026

Like leaves on the Tree of Life, together we stand,
Growing in strength with a guiding hand.

May Rosh Hashanah bring blessings anew,
And a sweet year of peace for your family and you.

Shana Tova 🍎🍯

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the 2,977 lives lost 25 years ago today on September 11, 2001.
We honor their memory by building resilient communities, standing against hate, and showing up for each other in times of crisis. May their memories be a blessing.

09/03/2026

Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey mourns the loss of Gloria Steinem, an icon and trailblazer of the feminist movement. In addition to her lifelong work advancing equality — which she continued until the end — she embraced her Jewish heritage, joining Esther Broner, Bella Abzug, Letty Cottin Pogrebin, and the other "Seder Sisters" for decades at their groundbreaking women's seder. That connection to Jewish life ran in the family: her paternal grandmother, Pauline Steinem, was a suffragist and Jewish educator who worked to rescue relatives from N**i Germany in the 1930s. Her legacy will live on in the millions of people she inspired. May her memory be a blessing.

Address

230 Old Bridge Tpke
South River, NJ
08882

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+17325881800

Website

http://www.jewishheartnj.org/

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