Being your own philanthropist comes at a price: administration, tax consequences, minimum distribution requirements and reporting obligations, to name a few. Federation staff provides expertise in structuring charitable plans to meet almost any interest.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland today named Rachel Lappen as its new chief development officer, effective March 1, 2020.

Erika Rudin-Luria spoke about a wide range of topics, including the New York trip, security, and her vision in an interview with the Cleveland Jewish News as she rounded out her first year as the head of the Federation, which serves as a hub for, and supports all of, Greater Cleveland’s Jewish agencies.

Mazel tov to the December 2019 Young Leadership Division Microgrant Program Recipients

Teaching English in Beit Shean, Israel proved to be an amazing and overwhelming experience for Sarah Marek - something that will stay with her for the rest of her life.

Thank you to the many young leaders and their families for making an impact on Jewish Cleveland during the most recent YLDay of Caring Across Cleveland! Read what giving back to the community meant for YLD Board member, Julie Schneider; YLD Vice Chair, Abbie Pappas; and YLD Board Chair, Cameron Orlean:

If you are a young Jewish Clevelander interested in Israel travel experiences, we have 3 great ways to get you to Israel this summer. Applications are being accepted now. Join us!

The experience of participating in Onward Israel helped Naomi to be able to combat BDS on her college campus as well as land a job in the field.

A meaningful evening with YLD and jHUB, an important discussion on civility & discourse on college campuses, and an open house with Israeli art - there's something for everyone in February!