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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: Federation Announces $1 Million to Support Immediate Needs in Israel

Following Israel’s decisive response to the escalating and deeply troubling nuclear threat from Iran, Israeli civilians now find themselves under relentless attack. Since last week, Iran has launched more than […] | READ MORE

News From Israel & Overseas

Detroit Federation’s Get There! Israel Grant Helps Teens Connect, Grow, and Lead

The Jewish Federation of Detroit’s Get There! Israel Grant is opening doors—and minds—for local teens by supporting transformative Israel experiences. This grant provides financial assistance to help young adults from […] | READ MORE

News From Israel & Overseas

Reflections on Partnership Trip

The week of May 12, we had the honor of hosting our Israeli Steering Committee from the Partnership2Gether program. Over four powerful days, our partners from Israel didn’t just see […] | READ MORE

News From Israel & Overseas

Recipient Spotlight

We are thrilled to announce that last month, our Gertzman committee, chaired by Betsy Heuer and Michael Horowitz, met and approved 10 new grants totaling $376,700. The Abraham Gertzman Fund […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Federation Statement

We mourn the innocent lives lost in Israel this past weekend as a result of Iranian missile attacks on civilian communities. Our hearts are with the victims and their families during […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Community Briefing: Standing with Israel

Our hearts are with our sisters and brothers in Israel.  As the Jewish State defends itself against the growing and deeply concerning threats from Iran—including its nuclear ambitions and ongoing […] | READ MORE

Briefings & Statements

Federation Statement: June 13, 2025

Our hearts are with our sisters and brothers in Israel.  As the Jewish State defends itself against the growing threats from Iran, including its nuclear ambitions and missile attacks, we’re […] | READ MORE

Community Spotlight

No More 9-to-5… Now What?

Retirement Reimagined Workshop Launches at JFS “Inspired!”“Engaged!”“Empowered!” These are just some of the ways participants described how they felt after completing the Retirement Reimagined workshop series. While many people eagerly […] | READ MORE

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