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Every dollar makes a huge difference.

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

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Thanks to the generosity of the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation, Campaign gifts go even further today!

Along with matching all new gifts dollar for dollar, the Mandel Foundation will match every additional dollar when gifts are increased by 10% or more!
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Supporting Older Adults and Their Caregivers

Oct 13, 2026

Supporting Older Adults and Their Caregivers

Through the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s annual Campaign for Jewish Needs, we help ensure that older adults and their caregivers have access to the care, guidance, and connection they need to navigate life’s challenges.

WATCH: Kibbutz Kissufim Teens Find Joy at Camp Wise

Oct 12, 2026

WATCH: Kibbutz Kissufim Teens Find Joy at Camp Wise

For the third consecutive summer, teens from Kibbutz Kissufim spent time at Mandel JCC's Camp Wise, Cleveland’s “Home of Happiness,” creating friendships, making memories, and enjoying the chance to simply be kids.

From Reconnection to Belonging: Arye’s Jewish Journey

Oct 6, 2026

From Reconnection to Belonging: Arye’s Jewish Journey

For Arye, reconnecting with Judaism at Hillel at Kent State University opened the door to a deeply personal journey of discovery.

Finding Strength, Confidence, and Community in Jewish Cleveland

Sep 29, 2026

Finding Strength, Confidence, and Community in Jewish Cleveland

When Rachel first walked into the Mandel Jewish Community Center two years ago, she was stepping outside her comfort zone. She had not exercised in years, knew no one and felt intimidated by the idea of joining a fitness class.

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 LYNNE M. COHEN
Board Chair JEFFREY J. WILD
President ERIKA B. RUDIN-LURIA

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