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Become a J.E.D.I

What is J.E.D.I. - Jewish Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion J.E.D.I. supports the Jewish communal ecosystem in creating a culture of belonging for all Jews and their loved ones while building bridges across socially and culturally diverse communities. With a...

30 Federation leaders share concern over judicial reform

During special 24-hour fly-in, North American Jewish leaders urge for immediate compromise, say continuing to move the bills forward as currently formulated is causing harm that will not be easily repaired. Thirty Federation leaders representing communities across...

A Voice from Turkey

This is Ahmed Angr, a Syrian refugee living with his family in Kaharmamarmaras, Turkey. When the earthquake struck, the building next to Ahmed’s house collapsed. He ran outside and heard screams coming from the building. The first 2 floors were completely flattened...

The Magic of Midlife

Jewish Federations of North America's inagural Finding the Magic of Midlife Retreat, held in partnership with the Modern Elder Academy (MEA), will kick off in Baja, Mexico on Sunday, July 16. Female Jewish leaders (55+) are invited to participate. The weeklong,...

Celebrate with the Global Jewish Community

Join your Global Jewish Community in Israel for this Once-in-a-Lifetime Event April 23 - April 26, 2023 This April, Jewish Community Members, thoughtful leaders, and activist from across North America and the world will gather in Israel to celebrate the Jewish...

A Year of Support

On February 24th we marked one year since the war broke out in Ukraine. This last year has been proof of the impact that our system has when we come together to support communities around the world. To support Ukraine, every single...

Deborah and Jael, Two Brave Female Judges of the Bible

In Biblical times, judges were often prophets “instructed in Divine knowledge by the inspiration of the Spirit of G-d” and civic leaders, given authority to judge “Israel as G-d’s mouth to them; correcting abuses, and redressing grievances.” On many occasions, the...

Queen Esther, Wonder Woman of her Day

As we celebrate International Woman’s Day and in view of the upcoming holiday of Purim, it behooves us to pay homage to Queen Esther, our female ancestor and heroine of many a Purim Spiel. In fact, I’ve played her part myself and tried to transport myself into the...

March is Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration since 1981. During March celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of history.

Celebrating Purim

Purim , or the Feast of Lots, is a joyous holiday that recounts the saving of the Jews from a threatened massacre during the Persian period (539-330 BCE). The story of Purim is recounted in the Book of Esther, whose eponymous heroine plays the leading role in saving...

A Voice from Ukraine

By Galina S. When the rocket fell next to us, it was already dark. Our building shook and everything turned a glowing red: All I could see were fragments flying everywhere. And I was screaming, screaming for my son, Dima. Earlier in the year, when the crisis began, I...

You Can Make a Difference

Now a months into the new year, Jewish El Paso are pleased to share that in 2022, Federations provided over $270 million in funding for Israel and Overseas, including $185.2 million to power the work of our historic partners the Jewish Agency for Israel, JDC, and...

Emergency Relief Funds Following Earthquakes in Syria & Turkey

In response to the devastating earthquakes that hit Turkey and Syria early Monday, Jewish El Paso has joined with Jewish Federations of North America to launch an earthquake relief fund to provide humanitarian aid and to support recovery efforts. Jewish Federations’...

Teen Dating Violence Awareness

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. On February 14, 2023, the Department of Justice’s Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) is planning an observance event, which will be available virtually, on that day at from 10 to 11:30 am CST/9 to 10:30 am MST on...

Shabbat for Ukrainian Jews

As we gather on Shabbat with our loved ones, let’s think of the Ukrainian Jews who have now been in crisis for a year. Here are a few reflections for you to incorporate into your practice, so that we keep our Ukrainian brothers & sisters in mind:...

Jewish Summers. Jewish Future

Making Summer Camp a Reality In Summers 2021 & 2022, Jewish El Paso helped send 42 kids to overnight *Jewish summer camps, 13 of whom attended for the first time. And, once again, we supported our local Jewish day camps in El Paso and Las Cruces Jewish camps weave...

Seniors Gone Wild

Chow Down with Cafe Europa... Our Seniors enjoyed a wonderful post-holiday, Chinese lunch, Funded by a grant from The Jewish Community Foundation of El Paso [gallery...

Engage in Racial Justice, and Jewish Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Join Jewish Federations of North America for the third annual Martin Luther King Day Morning Fuel Program on Monday, January 16 at 9am Mountain Time. Take action in the name of justice and liberty and fuel our cause for racial justice and equity in our Jewish...

Sweet Dreams Are Made of This

We Have Funding Available for Amazing Summer Camp Opportunities Visit Parent Resources/Summer Camps for details

You Asked…

Jewish El Paso - Connecting El Paso to Las Cruces and beyond... You asked us to become more relevant, investing in Jewish life. And we are... We believe in, and wholeheartedly support, formal and informal Jewish education. We are focusing our resources on our Jewish...

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