Philanthropy & Volunteerism

High Atlas Foundation Aids in Recuperation after Morocco Earthquake

In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck central Morocco in September 2023, the High Atlas Foundation (HAF) has remained steadfast in its commitment to supporting affected communities through water, sanitation, and agricultural initiatives aimed at food recovery, benefitting around 3,350 people. [Yossef Ben-Meir]

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International, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Technology, Yossef Ben-Meir

A Proposal to Memorialize the Men Behind ‘Take Me Out to the Ball Game’

The music of Take Me Out To The Ball Game was written by Albert Von Tilzen, a Jewish man from Indianapolis. The lyrics were written by his Christian friend, Jack Norworth.  [Jerry Klinger]

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Jerry Klinger, Jewish History, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

Adelson Family Donates Ambucycles to United Hatzalah

United Hatzalah inaugurated its new emergency fleet of 76 ambucycles (emergency motorcycles), emergency vehicles and an ambulance at an emotional ceremony at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem. The new fleet is a joint initiative of United Hatzalah in a matching partnership with philanthropist Dr. Miriam Adelson and her sons Adam and Matan Adelson. [Press Release]

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Israel, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, Science, Medicine, & Education

Jewish Federation of San Diego Meets the Moment

This year marked the dividing line of this generation: before October 7 and after. Thanks to a strong national Federation system, powerful ties with international and local partners, a deep relationship with Sha’ar HaNegev, and a robust Community Security Initiative, we met the moment, and we continue to do in so many ways, both here in San Diego and in Israel. {Heidi Gantwerk]

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Heidi Gantwerk, International, Israel, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA

A Word from Your Federation: Meeting the Moment, Commitment and Relevance

As we close out another remarkable year, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the unwavering dedication and resilience of Jewish Federation of San Diego. [David Bark, Board Chair, Jewish Federation of San Diego]

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Antisemitism, International, Israel, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA

American Offers to Finance Sculpture to Honor Women of the IDF

Sam came up with a concept sketch showing two women soldiers in full battle uniforms. One represented 1948, and the other 2024. They stood shoulder to shoulder, their weapons aimed downward, not up in aggression but down in defense, at the ready. [Jerry Klinger]

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Israel, Jerry Klinger, Jewish History, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Staff and Bylined Contributors

Comedy for Koby: Laughter Helps Victims of Terror to Heal

All three of them did a fair amount of crowd work, and I’ll admit I was relieved not to be in the “splash zone” of the first few rows.  I especially liked Liberman’s riffing on the Jewish holidays.  How do you explain Sukkot to someone who’s not Jewish?  [Sandi Masori]

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Israel, Jewish History, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA

OpEd: The Powerful Lion Symbols at Entrance to Ma’ale Adumim

A unique, long-term partnership between the Diaspora and Israel resulted in Ma’ale Adumim being the beneficiary of two huge Lion sculptures. The two Lions of Judah, each eight feet in height and ten feet in length, majestically supine and serene, are sited at the city’s entrance for maximum visibility. They are just below the large, bold “I Love Ma’ale Adumim/ Welcome Visitors” sculpture. [Jerry Klinger]

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