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Westchester Jewish Council The Westchester Jewish Council is a place to connect for the Jewish community of Westchester, and for all of Westchester.

The Westchester Jewish Council is an IRS 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. We are one of approximately 110 Jewish Community Relations Councils (JCRCs) nationwide which serve as coordinating and resource organizations to the Jewish community. Initially founded in 1975 as the Westchester Jewish Conference to organize the community's response to the Yom Kippur War, the Council has subsequently evolved to become Westchester's Jewish community relations organization, providing a myriad of services. In addition, the Council serves as a facilitator to help build relationships both within and beyond the Jewish community. Westchester County is the eighth largest Jewish county in the United States with nearly 150,000 Jews. The community is served by approximately 60 synagogues and more than 80 Jewish organizations. Our community is known for cohesiveness where the principles that unite the Jewish community win over those that may divide us. We work closely with more than 150 member organizations to help them better engage Westchester jewry. We do this in tandem with both the lay and professional leadership of synagogues and Jewish institutions. We serve as the Jewish community "point organization" to the non-Jewish community as well as to our Westchester elected officials and law enforcement. Israel advocacy and Jewish education are also central to our mission. The Westchester Jewish Council is a proud member of the Jewish Council of Public Affairs, the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York, and a beneficiary agency of UJA-Federation of New York.

Join Community Shlicha, Hila Madar Itzkovitz, and Westchester Jewish Council on October 20th via Zoom for a deep dive in...
10/13/2026

Join Community Shlicha, Hila Madar Itzkovitz, and Westchester Jewish Council on October 20th via Zoom for a deep dive into the upcoming Israeli elections. We are fortunate to have guest speaker, Yaron Deckel, a senior Israeli journalist who will discuss the current political landscape.

REGISTER NOW - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3p6uksa

Last night, the Westchester community came together to commemorate October 7 and honor those whose lives were forever ch...
10/07/2026

Last night, the Westchester community came together to commemorate October 7 and honor those whose lives were forever changed.
We were honored to hear from Andrei Kozlov, a survivor and former hostage, whose powerful story of courage, resilience, and healing moved us all.
Thank you to the community members, elected officials, and leaders who joined us in remembrance and solidarity.
We remember. We will not forget.

Join JAFI and The Westchester Jewish Council for the Israel Connection Series: Israeli Elections 2026 via Zoom with Isra...
10/06/2026

Join JAFI and The Westchester Jewish Council for the Israel Connection Series: Israeli Elections 2026 via Zoom with Israel Journalist Yaron Deckel. There are two sessions one before the vote and a follow up session after the vote. Don't miss this important event!

10/06/2026

As October 7 approaches, we’re sharing these words from Stu Seltzer of the Westchester Jewish Council.

The shofar has been a Jewish symbol for thousands of years. But as Stu reminds us, it can be more than a historical artifact—it can be a spiritual wake-up call.

He connects its four sounds to four moments:
📯 Tekiah — one clear, steady note. Joy and stability.
💔 Shevarim — three broken sounds. Grief, weeping, and mourning.
⚡ Teruah — nine rapid notes. Anxiety and fear.
📯 Tekiah Gedolah — one long, powerful note. Hope.

These sounds can carry a different weight. A reminder to remember those we lost. A reminder to care for those still carrying the pain. A reminder to stay awake to what is happening around us. And ultimately, a reminder to hold onto hope for a better tomorrow.

May we hear the call, remember, and continue working toward a better world. ✡️💙

The Westchester Jewish Council is proud to partner with Beth El Synagogue Center for this important and timely Israel 36...
10/05/2026

The Westchester Jewish Council is proud to partner with Beth El Synagogue Center for this important and timely Israel 360 program featuring Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Khaled Abu Awwad of Roots/Shorashim/Judur.

Hear their powerful personal stories and learn how Israelis and Palestinians with deeply different perspectives are working to build understanding, dialogue and a path toward a shared future.

📅 Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 PM

We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful conversation.

Register at bethelnr.org/roots

Please join us for our Israel Connection Series with Community Shlicha Hila Madar Itzkovitz as she discusses Israel's up...
10/01/2026

Please join us for our Israel Connection Series with Community Shlicha Hila Madar Itzkovitz as she discusses Israel's upcoming elections with Israeli journalist Yaron Decker. This is a two-session Zoom program. Scan QR code below or register here for Session 1 - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3p6uksa

🌿 Chag Sameach! 🌿As we celebrate Sukkot, Westchester Jewish Council wishes our community a holiday filled with joy and m...
09/25/2026

🌿 Chag Sameach! 🌿
As we celebrate Sukkot, Westchester Jewish Council wishes our community a holiday filled with joy and may our sukkahs be filled with laughter, friendship, and the warmth of community.

Apples 🍎 Honey 🍯Community ❤️ — the perfect recipe for a sweet New Year!What a fantastic morning celebrating Rosh Hashana...
09/18/2026

Apples 🍎 Honey 🍯Community ❤️ — the perfect recipe for a sweet New Year!
What a fantastic morning celebrating Rosh Hashanah together at our Apples & Honey event! From tasting different apple varieties and honeys to catching up with friends and neighbors, there was plenty of sweetness to go around.

Thank you to JCRC-NY for organizing and to everyone who joined, including Congressman George Latimer, County Executive Ken Jenkins, State Senator Shelley Mayer, JCC Mid-Westchester, and UJA Federation of New York for being part of the celebration!

Shanah Tovah — wishing everyone a sweet year ahead! 🍎🍯

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925 Westchester Avenue, Suite 203E
White Plains, NY
10604

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