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Family Fun, Tamarack-Style

Parents, grandparents, alumni and friends—don’t let the kids have all the fun! Tamarack Camps isn’t just for the young—it’s for everyone who loves the magic of camp. Whether you’re introducing a future […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

JFD Statement May 3, 2026

The Jewish Federation of Detroit condemns the actions of a University of Michigan faculty member who broke protocol to use the Spring Commencement—a celebratory event intended to honor students’ achievements—as a platform to deliver a political statement against Israel.   These remarks were deeply insensitive […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

JFD Statement April 29, 2026

On Tuesday evening, shocking and offensive stickers—including one stating “(F**K) Zionism” and another depicting an assault weapon—were displayed at a Birmingham School District elementary school cultural night. At a time […] | READ MORE

From The Archives

Step in Front of the Camera for Some Photo Fun!

Snapshot of History Makes YOU the Star of the Show Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 26, 2026, and get camera-ready! The Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage […] | READ MORE

Nancy Glen
Community Spotlight

Nancy Glen: Leading with Listening, Serving with Heart

As she concludes her term as Women’s Philanthropy (WP) President at the Jewish Federation of Detroit, Nancy Glen reflects on a leadership journey defined by listening, meaningful relationships and a […] | READ MORE

2026 Awards Night
Community Spotlight

A Night that Celebrates the Best of Jewish Detroit

On Wednesday evening, May 13, our community will gather for one of the most meaningful and joyful moments on the Jewish Federation of Detroit calendar: Awards Night 2026. Hosted at […] | READ MORE

Community Spotlight

A Broadway Salute to our Greatest Generation!

Jewish Senior Life is Searching for Honorees 95 and Up. There’s a special kind of wisdom that comes from living through nearly a century of history, building families, careers and community […] | READ MORE

Suzanne Somers
From The Archives

Guess Who!

Let’s play a game of Guess Who! Do you recognize the woman in the middle?  | READ MORE

Steve Ingber press conference
Briefings & Statements

Finding Purpose After the Attack

By Steven Ingber, CEO of the Jewish Federation of DetroitThis story ran in the Detroit Free Press, March 22, 2026 March 12, 2026, is a day our community will always remember.   At […] | READ MORE

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Federation’s 2026 Awards Night

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Monday, May 18
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Good Vibes, High‑Fives & L’hitraot

Tuesday, May 26
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The Chai Life: End of Annual Campaign Celebration

Thursday, May 28
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Tuesday, June 2
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