By Heidi Gantwerk
SAN DIEGO — As December unfolds, the spirit of giving glows warmly around us. This is a time to embody the word hineni – “here I am” – and to bring light and safety to our community.
Today, we invite you to join us in our work to safeguard Jewish life and ensure peace and security within our beloved community. With increasing antisemitism across the nation and right here in San Diego, your donation today is crucial.
Your timely gift can:
- Stand against intolerance. Federation’s Antisemitism Roundtable continues to serve as a communal space for our community to engage in information sharing, identify challenges, and brainstorm solutions.
- Strengthen our local community security. Community Security Director Bill Ganley continues to lead training sessions that equip community members with vital skills in situational awareness, countering active threats, and emergency bleeding control.
- Provide much-needed support in Israel as we remember the lives touched by the tragic October 7 attack and the war that continues to this day.
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Be the unwavering shield for our community. Say hineni with us as we prepare to turn the page to a new calendar year.
With gratitude,
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Heidi Gantwerk is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Jewish Federation of San Diego