There’s something for everyone in Jewish Cleveland this June, from volunteer opportunities and community gatherings to family events, arts, and culture. Join us to connect with others, have fun, and make a difference.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland announced that Ilana Isakov Katz received the 2026 Ruby Bass Challenge Award, and Kathy Solganik received the 2026 Lois Marcus Leadership Award. Katz and Solganik were honored at the Federation’s Women IN Philanthropy Signature Event on May 28.

Mazel Tov to Ilana Isakov Katz, recipient of the 2026 Ruby Bass Challenge Award, for her exemplary dedication and leadership to the Federation, Women IN Philanthropy, and our community's annual Campaign for Jewish Needs. Ilana has helped strengthen Jewish Cleveland through her warmth, vision, and commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for our community.

May is filled with opportunities to learn, celebrate, and connect – from insightful briefings on the U.S.-Israel relationship to family-friendly holiday fun and inspiring conversations with community leaders. Join us throughout the month for meaningful gatherings that highlight the strength, creativity, and impact of Jewish Cleveland.

April is filled with meaningful opportunities to come together through volunteerism, remembrance, and celebration. Whether you’re looking to give back, connect with others, or enjoy a vibrant community experience, there’s something for everyone this month at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland.

Coaching Circles offers women in Jewish Cleveland an open, motivating, engaging and multi-generational experience to foster leadership and personal growth through meaningful, confidential conversations with women across our community.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland announced that a record $39,035,018 has been raised by 9,036 gifts representing 12,094 donors in the 2026 Campaign for Jewish Needs. The Federation’s annual Campaign provides the critical dollars necessary to help keep our diverse, local community safe, strong, vibrant, and welcoming, as well as serve the needs of the global Jewish community.

More than 300 women heard special guests Julie Platt and Sarah Hurwitz discuss the importance of embracing one’s Jewishness in a fireside chat at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Women IN Philanthropy MaIN Event on Oct. 22.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland announced today that Susan Reis is the 2025 recipient of the Irene Zehman Volunteer Award.

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland will host author Sarah Hurwitz at its annual Women IN Philanthropy MaIN Event at 7 p.m. Oct. 22 at Green Road Synagogue at 2437 S. Green Road in Beachwood in support of the 2026 Campaign for Jewish Needs.