Federation Stories

Masa Israel Journey: A Life-Changing Israel Experience

Editor’s Note: The following feature article by Daniel Cymes, a NextGen Richmond community member, reflects on his current Masa Israel Journey experience. A future article by Crystal Jackson will share her Masa experience teaching middle school students. The JCFR supports Masa through annu…

“Israelis Need a Big Hug!”

William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations, offered timely, and thought-provoking insights into the global challenges and opportunities facing Jewish communities today at a special JCRC community program on January 21 at the Weinstein JCC. 

“Since O…

Days of Quiet

By Tal Bahar

Baruch atah HaShem, Elokeinu, Melech haolam, shehecheyanu, v'kiyamanu, v'higianu lazman hazeh.

So many emotions are gathered within me right now, and so few words.

Everything I write will diminish the holiness of this moment; a moment we have prayed for 843 days, a moment we …

PJ Library's 2nd Annual LEGO & Latkes Event: A Great Success!

By Molly Dickinson, PJ Library RVA Lead Parent Volunteer

The 2nd Annual PJ Library LEGO & Latkes event on Sunday, December 14, was a wonderful start to the Chanukah holiday. 

Over 30 families, nearly 150 individuals, gathered in the Guzman Community Center, graciously shared with us by th…

Federation CEO Speaks at Inaugural Prayer Breakfast

On the morning of January 17, Federation CEO Daniel Staffenberg spoke at the Inaugural Prayer Breakfast for new Governor Abigail Spanberger - continuing the JCFR’s commitment to partnership and community leadership.

Governor-elect Spanberger with Jill and Daniel Staffenberg

The followin…