Jewish Federation

Communal Work: 'Just a Way of Life' for Loyal Philanthropist

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Jessica Endy | Jewish Federation Feature

One of Lee Hillerson's earliest memories as a little girl in Strawberry Mansion was helping her grandmother count money from their synagogue's pushkas.

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From Siberia to Shanghai ... Where 'Am Yisrael Chai' Reigns Supreme

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Lynn Edelman | Jewish Federation Feature

Ten local Jews traveled from Siberia to Shanghai recently on a mission sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia.

Jewish Federation

Federation Honors a Trio of Talented Young Leaders

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Lynn B. Edelman | Jewish Federation Feature

Three young leaders of the local and global Jewish community will be honored by the Federation Board of Trustees.

Jewish Federation

Emerging Leaders Enjoy a Night at the Museum

Members of Federation's Men's and Women's Cabinet opened their program year with an evening at the National Museum for American Jewish History. Cabinet members participate in monthly text studies with a local rabbinic educator; attend monthly dinners with leading scholars in the national Jewish community; and enjoy Shabbat celebrations with other cabinet families. Regional and national cabinet members also serve...

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Real Estate Industry Pros Learn of Temple's Expansion

Current and prospective members of Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE), the Federation affinity group for real estate industry professionals, gathered for a breakfast program at the recently renovated Temple University Performing Arts Center. The Center, formerly the Baptist Temple, preserves much of the stained glass and art of the original structure. According to guest speakers Temple President Ann Weaver Hart...