COVID-19 brought the world to a screeching halt in 2020, but on top of closed businesses, digitized schools and canceled trips, the virus also impacted college students’ education.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland's Community Relations Committee hosted the 74th Annual Meeting and Sidney Z. Vincent Memorial Lecture.

Check out our upcoming events, including a panel discussion of community leaders from the Black, Latinx, and Jewish communities, wellness events for the entire community, and more.

The Cleveland Israel Arts Connection was joined by Eran Polishuk, CEO and founder of Chapter Two Films, for a virtual three-part program to discuss “Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Contemporary Israeli Cinema.”

Black, Latinx and Jewish community leaders will discuss current issues plaguing their communities and how residents can come together to provide help during the virtual 74th annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s community relations committee and Sidney Z. Vincent Memorial Lecture at 7 p.m. Feb. 9.

Two things Cleveland is known for is our long winters and our strong Jewish community. This year, the winter months seem to hang over our heads a little more than usual as we continue to live physically distanced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The coping mechanisms we used in the warmer months like walks, hikes, and other outdoor activities, are not as feasible for many of us.

Can you imagine your family’s favorite recipe becoming a relic of our Cleveland Jewish history? The food our community shares gives insight into how families, friends, and larger communities function. The stories of our cherished recipes are unique and deserve to be celebrated.

The world of education changed overnight with the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic – and synagogue educational programs were not immune. Thanks to the Jewish Education Center of Cleveland (JEC), a Federation beneficiary agency, students in Cleveland and across the country were able to continue their studies through a new and innovative learning approach.

Jewish Federation of Cleveland's Young Leadership Division and Cleveland shlicha, Li-or Gersht, hosted us for a virtual mission to our sister city St. Petersburg, Russia.

A message from President Erika B. Rudin-Luria