New Shaliach will soon be in Richmond
Shahar Vaknin, our new community Shaliach (community emissary) to the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond, recently visited the Hadera-Eiron region and learned about the...
JCFR: Allocating more than $1.958 million from the 2023 Annual Campaign
By Sara Rosenbaum, Chief Impact Officer
After a successful Federation Annual Campaign, which raised more than $3 million from community members, the Allocations Committee convened...
Come join the Israel Journey beginning Nov. 5
By Cathy Plotkin
Never been to Israel or haven’t been in ages? Would you like to participate in a unique Interfaith and Interracial Israel experience? ...
The Paula Carl Mega Challah Bake, Braiding Edition, is coming in...
By Jill Grossman, Director, Women's Philanthropy and Affinities
The Paula Carl Mega Challah Bake, featuring Rochie Pinson, master challah baker and the author of the...
‘Unbreakable Ukrainians: A journey into the heart of resilience’
"Unbreakable Ukrainians"
at the City of Richmond's Main Library Sept. 1 - Oct. 3In the heart of Richmond, a transformative narrative awaits your attention this...
Back to the Future – Go to Synagogue, strengthen community
It had been a while, probably too long, since I had been in Shul.
I had the pleasure of camp Shabbats this summer. However, while...
Brad Kaplan joins Federation as director of principal gifts
Brad Kaplan joined the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond in July as director of principal gifts.
Kaplan, a native of Los Angeles, brings a proven...
L’ Shana Tovah: Apples and Honey – What is the Origin?
One of the most well-known customs of Rosh Hashanah is the dipping of apple pieces in honey but what is its origin?
In the time...
JCRC educating with local public schools on Jewish Issues
In anticipation of the 2023-2024 school year, the Jewish Community Relations Committee is making strides in guiding public school educators in Powhatan and Hanover...
A year of building
By Daniel Staffenberg, CEO, Jewish Community Federation of Richmond
The Jewish Community Federation of Richmond is proud of its role in leading a strong Jewish...
