As 2021 comes to a close, your generosity has impacted countless lives from around the world through supporting the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. The quotes below share how just some of those lives have been uplifted and irrevocably changed over the past year through the Jewish Federation’s funded services, programs and organizations.
“This year I am leading Makom Community's second location in South Philly. Over the past few months, I have joyfully watched program attendees, campers, students and their families connect in this co-created environment uniquely suited to them. The Jewish Federation's support made this dream of a second location a reality for our growing enrichment center that creates family-centered Jewish experiences.”
— Leah Koontz, South Philadelphia Director of Makom Community
“When I started Diller Teen, I had a strong connection with my Jewish identity and Israel. However, through Diller I have found a group of teens my age that I relate to. This has helped me learn so much about not just Judaism, but also things that go along with Judaism, like social justice, the environment and so much more. Diller has definitely helped me learn, grow and connect with my Jewish identity.”
— Eden Saunders, Diller Teen Fellows Graduate
“If not for the food that I receive through Leket Israel, I don’t know if I would have survived through these past few months. Some days, this food is the only food I eat all day.”
— Avi Ohanan, Israel - Leket Recipient (funded by the Jewish Federation)
“I have lived through a famine and through World War II. But the isolation of lockdown has been the most difficult time of all. I truly feel that you care about me. Thank you for keeping me alive and keeping me sane!”
— Zhanna, Ukraine - JDC Recipient (funded by the Jewish Federation)
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You can help change even more lives by making a gift to the Jewish Federation’s Jewish Community Fund. Visit jewishphilly.org/donate or call 215.832.3484 to make your gift before year’s end.