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
What Makes Us Proud to Be Jewish Americans
One-sentence reflections from Jewish Detroiters. May is Jewish American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich history, values and contributions of Jewish Americans. In that spirit, we asked Jewish […] | READ MORE
Learning to Lead, Together
A student leadership initiative grounded in understanding and allyship. The Coalition for Black and Jewish Unity Leadership Academy brings together high school students from metro Detroit’s Black and Jewish communities for a semester-long […] | READ MORE
The Collective: One Community in Action
Supporting the people shaping Jewish Detroit. On April 28th, more than 200 Jewish education and engagement professionals from 64 organizations came together for The Collective Annual Retreat—a day of learning, […] | READ MORE
Shabbat Message: Staying Safe, Staying Proud
Who would have thought that in 2026, we’d be asking ourselves the question: Is it safe to be Jewish in today’s world? But here we are. Antisemitism has touched every […] | READ MORE
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
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
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: 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
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Jewish Federation Up Next Presents
This is Your Bubbie’s Bootlegging: Jewish Detroit During Prohibition
**This event is intended for women ages 50ish+. ** It may have been a dry time for Detroit, but there was nothing boring about it! The Prohibition Era was a […]
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Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit Presents
The Chai Life: End of Annual Campaign Celebration
Jewish Federation Affinities Presents
Jewish & Chaldean Medical Professionals Wine Tasting & Networking Event
Jewish Federation Women’s Philanthropy Presents
Women’s Philanthropy TOV Joins Gesher Human Services for Spring Clean Up
Jewish Federation Israel and Overseas Presents
Lior’s Send-Off Carnival. Goodbye, Not Goodbye: L’hitraot!
Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit Presents
Rise and Shine A family-friendly morning at the park
Jewish Federation Working Women’s Network Presents
Shalom, Summer! Pure Networking at Social
Jewish Federation Affinities Presents
All You Knead Is Love: A Rainbow Challah Bake
Jewish Federation NEXTGen Detroit Presents
Schmear the Love: A Pride Month Brunch
