Federation Stories

Rhona Arenstein named 2026 L’dor V’dor Woman of Valor honoree by Federation

Rhona Arenstein named 2026 L’dor V’dor Woman of Valor honoree by Jewish Community Federation of Richmond

The Jewish Community Federation of Richmond (JCFR) proudly announces Rhona Arenstein as the 2026 honoree of the L’dor V’dor Woman of Valor award.

This prestigious honor, whic…

Virginia Jewish Advocacy Day 2026: A Record-Breaking Day of Strength, Unity

On February 10, a record-breaking 280 engaged Jewish advocates from across the Commonwealth gathered for Virginia Jewish Advocacy Day.

Nearly one-third of those assembled were Hadassah members demonstrating the strength and commitment of our local leadership.

Richmond Hadassah members

T…

Crystal Jackson Making Lifelong Connections in Israel

Editor’s Note: The following feature article by Crystal Jackson, a NextGen Richmond community member, reflects on her current Masa Israel Journey experience. An article by Daniel Cymes, sharing his current Masa experience, is also on Reflector digital. The JCFR supports Masa through annual…

Mississippi Arson Attack Especially Heart-Breaking for Richmond Couple

The arson fire that heavily damaged Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, has enraged Jews across the U.S., particularly Gail and Bill Moskowitz.

The longtime Richmond Jewish community members lived in Jackson for seven years.

Gail reached out to a good friend in Jackson immedi…

Local Law Enforcement Appreciated

The Richmond Jewish Community is thankful and appreciative to our local law enforcement members who provide their services to keep us safe and secure 365 days a year.

To show our appreciation, on National Law Enforcement Day recently, a group of volunteers and Federation and Richmond Jewish…