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Every year, Jewish Cleveland raises money for the Campaign for Jewish Needs to help ensure our community’s vitality and vibrancy.

Every dollar makes a huge difference.

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Watch Now: 2026 Campaign Video

Sep 8, 2025

Watch Now: 2026 Campaign Video

Together, we can achieve anything! By supporting the 2025 Campaign, our community ensures that basic needs are met, antisemitism is confronted, Jewish traditions are celebrated and passed on, and so much more.

Against All Odds: How Marina and Bogdan Found Strength Through JDC

Aug 28, 2025

Against All Odds: How Marina and Bogdan Found Strength Through JDC

For too many Jewish families around the globe, food, shelter, and peace of mind are scarce and precious resources. That’s certainly true for Marina Mayorov and her son Bogdan — two Jews struggling to survive in battered Odesa, Ukraine.

Cutting‑Edge Drone Surveillance Enhances Security in Jewish Cleveland

Aug 11, 2025

Cutting‑Edge Drone Surveillance Enhances Security in Jewish Cleveland

This summer, JFC Security, LLC – Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s security provider – introduced a new layer of protection at Mandel JCC’s Camp Wise through a cutting-edge drone security pilot program. Operated by JFC Security personnel, the tethered drone system is part of JFC Security’s ongoing effort to incorporate emerging technologies that can further enhance safety across community spaces.

Enhancing Healthcare Access for Jewish Cleveland Through Alyson's Place

Jun 26, 2025

Enhancing Healthcare Access for Jewish Cleveland Through Alyson's Place

Dr. David Rosenberg, a member of the executive board at Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland, is known for his persuasive touch—especially when it comes to rallying colleagues to help others. Just ask ophthalmologist Dr. Philip Goldberg, who now volunteers at Alyson’s Place Medical Clinic, a partnership between JFSA and MetroHealth.

TOGETHER, we help save and change tens of thousands of lives in Cleveland, Israel, and around the world. Thank you!


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Giving Societies

We recognize the dedication and generosity of donors who support our community’s annual Campaign for Jewish Needs by honoring them with the following giving societies.

Each society is designed to create communities within themselves by connecting people through diverse identities, interests, stages of life, philanthropic goals, and Jewish engagement. Together, these generous leaders in our community are making a profound and lasting impact here in Cleveland, in Israel, and around the world.

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Employer Donation Matching

General Campaign Chair AMIR JAFFA
Board Chair JEFFREY J. WILD
President ERIKA B. RUDIN-LURIA

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