Over 200 Letters of Intent Submitted for over $15,000,000 in Funding

This year, the Jewish Federation asked our community to think creatively and cooperatively to build and deliver programs that will help our community thrive. On November 11, over 200 programs and projects were submitted for initial consideration, from 65 organizations in the greater Seattle area and around the world, representing requests for over $15,000,000 in funding.

"We are gratified that so many organizations turn to the Federation as a central point for community support," said Richard Fruchter, President & CEO. "Our dedicated volunteer teams will be working hard to evaluate each proposal over the next several months. Our community's generous support of the 2012 Community Campaign will enable the Federation to make grants that will have meaningful impact."

Super Sunday Was Truly Super

Over 70 enthusiastic volunteers gathered at the Stroum Jewish Community Center on Sunday, November 13 for the annual community-wide phone-a-thon, Super Sunday. Calls were made to community members with an opportunity to support the Federation as we raise funds for Jewish organizations both locally and across the globe. This year, Super Sunday raised nearly $120,000.

This was the first year donors were able to designate their gift to a specific community impact area or priority, and the response was positive. "We appreciate the new direction of the Federation" and "That's great -- I have wanted to be able to designate my gift for a long time, to be sure my dollars are used to support an area I care about," were common reactions.

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Discover Israel Video

The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle's Israel Teen Scholarship Program wants you to Discover Israel! Hear about several Seattle teens' experiences while on Israel peer programs in our newly released video. You'll also hear from a local rabbi, community Shaliach and an Israel Scholarship Committee member who share their points of view on the experience. And don't forget to "like" our new page on Facebook, Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle: Center for Israel or follow us on Twitter, JFGS_Israel!

Cardozo Society Offers Dynamic CLE

On December 12 at 12:00-1:30pm, the Cardozo Society of Washington State will be presenting a 1.5 credit CLE by Professor Geoffrey S. Corn on the topic of Understanding the Legal Foundation for the US & Israeli Counter-Terrorism Efforts. The CLE will be located at Riddell Williams in Downtown Seattle.

Professor Corn will explain the operational significance of the US and Israeli invocation of the law of armed conflict to respond to the threat of transnational terrorism, and why this invocation remains controversial. The presentation will also explain the fundamental differences between the criminal and wartime models for responding to national security threats, and why a proper understanding of these differences is essential to any legitimate critique of counter-terrorism efforts.

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David Chivo Joins Federation as VP, Center for Jewish Philanthropy

We are pleased to announce the addition of David Chivo as Vice President for the Center for Jewish Philanthropy. David joins the Federation with nearly 20 years of Jewish fundraising service in the Boston area. He brings us a unique combination of dedication to the Jewish community and successful experience in developing and implementing effective philanthropy programs. David is a native of Vancouver, B.C.

Please help us welcome David back to the Northwest.

Seattle Educators Strengthen Expertise in Building Relationships

Jewish educators from around Seattle came together to increase their ability to form meaningful relationships within the community they serve. The professional development session, entitled "The Quality of Relationships," had more than 70 teachers brainstorming ways to improve their daily interactions with colleagues, families and, most importantly, children. Education Services sponsored the session, which was held at the Stroum JCC on November 7. It was facilitated by Diana Ganger, award-winning educational consultant.

Ganger emphasized identifying the qualities that are valued in personal relationships in order to create more fruitful professional relationships. "Practice begins at home," she said. "You have to be in a relationship with yourself and know what that looks like so that you can build relationships with others."

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Latkepalooza

This legendary bash is back and better than ever! Join Jconnect and Young Adult Division of the Jewish Federation for the biggest Jewish party you'll find on Christmas Eve. We're taking over The Baltic Room with awesome DJs and drinks all night long.

9:30pm-2:00am
December 24, 2011
Baltic Room on Capitol Hill
$15 in advance, $20 week of, $25 at the door

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