Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County

Melissa Arden, Federation’s chief planning officer, joined a mission to Budapest with lay leaders Drs. John and Daisy Merey and Ilan Kottler. The delegation attended Judafest, Europe’s largest Jewish festival, met with Budapest’s mayor and the American ambassador to Hungary, and celebrated the 30th anniversary of JCC Budapest - Bálint Ház. To learn more about our partnership with Budapest’s Jewish community, visit jewishpb.org/budapest.

Last year we marched, this year we stand. On Nov. 10, join Jewish Federations of North America to stand together for Israel, for the hostages, and against antisemitism on a national Evening of Unity. Tens of thousands of people will join together at national parks in Washington, D.C. in solidarity, in a massive showing of Jewish unity. To learn more visit https://lnkd.in/g4TWi4dx

Ten local adults joined our Mandel Center’s Global Leadership Fellows on an immersive, powerful visit to Greece, in partnership with JDC Entwine. The group learned firsthand about Jewish Greece’s unique history, building lasting bonds between Palm Beach and the global Jewish community. To learn more, visit jdcentwine.org.

Last month, a group of non-Jewish leaders and influencers from Palm Beach County joined Federation’s Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred on a study tour, the third such trip since the program's launch earlier this year. Elected officials from West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, and the School Board, along with senior leaders from Palm Beach Atlantic University and the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, spent a week visiting sites of the October 7 attacks, speaking with families of hostages, and hearing from intelligence officials. Thanks to our Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred, these transformational study tours have rallied our allies to stand by the Jewish community and actively fight against antisemitism. To learn more about the Palm Beach Center, visit jewishpb.org/standup.

Our Community Relations Committee met with our elected officials as they came home for summer recess. They discussed a range of critical issues with Sens. Rick Scott and Marco Rubio and Reps. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Brian Mast and Lois Frankel, including security funding, addressing antisemitism and supporting aid to Israel. We thank our elected officials for their time and continued support of our community.

Join Federation’s Business & Professionals for an in-depth conversation with a titan in the business world. 🗓️ Wednesday, October 30 ⏰ 5:30 – 7:30 PM 📍 Hilton West Palm Beach Learn more about our special guest and secure your spot for this riveting discussion.

Join us for an evening of inclusion and inspiration with Idit Klein, President & CEO of Keshet! Monday, October 28, 2024, 6:30 PM Grandview Public Market, 1401 Clare Ave., West Palm Beach Explore how Jewish values and traditions help create welcoming spaces for all, especially LGBTQ+ Jews and their families, through powerful stories of change-makers driving inclusivity.

What an incredible display of unity! Over 2,000 community members gathered in West Palm Beach to mark the one-year anniversary of the horrific October 7, 2023 terror attacks in Israel. This powerful event was a testament to our community’s solidarity and unwavering support for the people of Israel, as we honored the lives lost and showcased our resilience. Our deepest gratitude to everyone who attended, participated, as well as our partner organizations, synagogues and community allies for making it possible. Watch the full program at jewishpb.org/unity

Our hearts go out to communities across our state devastated by Hurricane Milton. Many face the monumental challenge of rebuilding homes, businesses, and their lives. Join us in our commitment to caring for those in need, guided by the Jewish value of tikkun olam (repairing the world). Your donation to Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Hurricane Milton Emergency Relief Fund will directly support recovery efforts for communities impacted by this storm. Thank you for supporting people in need.

Thank you for joining us at A Night of Community Unity. This moving gathering of over 2,000 people is a powerful testament to our community's unwavering commitment to Israel and shared hope for a peaceful future. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our partner organizations, synagogues and broader community allies for their contributions, as well as WPEC-TV CBS12 News for their impactful coverage of last night's event.