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Expanding Community Security Training in Jewish Cleveland

Apr 3, 2025

Expanding Community Security Training in Jewish Cleveland

When launched in 2013, JFC Security, LLC – the security provider of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland – was focused on establishing our four core pillars to build our community security program around: creating safety awareness, target hardening our facilities, community-based training, and strengthening law enforcement partnerships. Over the years, the security team has grown in its size and scope of capabilities to protect the Cleveland Jewish community. Today, the team now comprises 60 officers and utilizes sophisticated security technology to help keep our community safe while also remaining open and welcoming.

WATCH: Shaping Minds Through History: The Maltz Museum Experience

Mar 31, 2025

WATCH: Shaping Minds Through History: The Maltz Museum Experience

For 20 years, the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage has built bridges of tolerance and understanding by sharing Jewish heritage through the lens of the American experience.

Remembering Philip Wasserstrom

Mar 28, 2025

Remembering Philip Wasserstrom

We are saddened to share the loss of Philip Wasserstrom z"l, Federation Emeritus Trustee.

Beneficiary Designations – an Easy Way to Make a Lasting Legacy

Mar 25, 2025

Beneficiary Designations – an Easy Way to Make a Lasting Legacy

One of the most tangible ways to create a lasting, meaningful impact on your community is through a charitable bequest. While wills and trusts are the most common methods for doing so, beneficiary designations offer a simple and effective complement to these estate planning tools.

Travel with Federation

Mission and travel experiences with the Jewish Federation of Cleveland take Clevelanders behind the scenes of our global Jewish community, and allow participants to see the country, live the culture, meet the people, and get premiere access like no one else can.

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