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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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Technology That Protects Community

Dec 5, 2025

Technology That Protects Community

At Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland’s Camp Wise in Claridon Township, a Jewish Federation of Cleveland beneficiary agency, hundreds of children arrive each summer ready for the simple joys of Jewish camp – friendship, nature, discovery and belonging. Ensuring that those moments remain safe, even in a changing world, requires both vigilance and creativity. That’s why this year, the Jewish Federation of Cleveland and JFC Security, LLC – Federation’s security provider – introduced a cutting-edge, tethered drone pilot program at Camp Wise — an innovative step that reflects thoughtful, proactive planning.

Helping Israeli Children Heal

Nov 21, 2025

Helping Israeli Children Heal

For nearly two decades, the Youth Futures mentoring program has been transforming the lives of children and families across Israel – providing emotional, social and academic support to those facing hardship. This vital program, supported by the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, has become even more critical since the war began, as thousands of children struggle to cope with the ongoing trauma and instability in their daily lives.

'Shabbat for Good' Has Something for Everyone

Nov 13, 2025

'Shabbat for Good' Has Something for Everyone

With less than a month remaining until the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s 2026 Campaign for Jewish Needs concludes on Dec. 8, campaign vice chair Jason Wuliger is enthusiastic about the potential impact of “Shabbat for Good,” a three-day initiative that invites the community to attend services and then help raise funds for the campaign.

Campaign for Jewish Needs Chair Still Sees More To Do

Nov 11, 2025

Campaign for Jewish Needs Chair Still Sees More To Do

With about a month left in the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s annual 2026 Campaign for Jewish Needs, Amir Jaffa looks back on his two years spent as campaign chair, and discusses what he still plans to accomplish before his term ends.

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

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