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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

Special Update: How Jewish Detroit Is Responding 

After three days of conflict, we are watching developments in the Middle East with both hope and concern. We hold hope that this moment could help bring about a new […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Federation Statement 2.26.2026

We pray for the success of the joint United States–Israel mission in Iran and for the safety of the courageous service members of the United States Armed Forces and the […] | READ MORE

Friendship Circle
Community Spotlight

The Heart and Soul Behind Detroit’s Friendship Circle

Rabbi Levi and Bassie Shemtov, co‑founders of Friendship Circle, join Sam Dubin and Beverly Liss to share the origin story behind one of Detroit’s most beloved Jewish organizations. They reflect […] | READ MORE

Federation In Action

Accessibility Is Belonging: How Our Community Opens Doors for All

February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM), a time to reaffirm a principle that guides our work year‑round: a truly vibrant Jewish Detroit is one where everyone […] | READ MORE

From The Archives

Guess The Landmark!

We’re happy we’re playing “Guess the Year” rather than “Guess the correct spelling of Chanukah!” | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Shabbat Message

A Message from Steven Ingber, Federation CEO Earlier this week, the body of Sgt. Ran Gvili was returned to Israel. He was the last of the hostages to come home […] | READ MORE

Eli Sharabi
Federation In Action

Hostage to Hope: Eli Sharabi Shares His Story

Federation and The J welcomed a sold-out crowd to Adat Shalom Synagogue for an unforgettable evening with former hostage Eli Sharabi. The evening not only honored Eli’s personal strength but […] | READ MORE

Community Spotlight

Detroit Connections in Boca Raton. Coffee, Conversation and Community. 

You can take the Detroiter out of Michigan, but you can’t take the Michigan out of the Detroiter. For generations, Jewish Detroiters have carried their sense of community wherever life […] | READ MORE

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