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From the Desk of JFGNO Executive Director

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Emergency Appeal for Israeli Cities Under Fire

The Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans has begun a new Emergency Appeal to raise funds for the embattled Israeli cities of Sderot and Ashkelon, which are under rocket fire from the Gaza Strip. To contribute, visit the Federation’s website homepage at www.jewishnola.com and click on the box above to contribute.  more...

 

Jewish Heritage Night 2008 at the New Orleans Zephyrs

Thursday, May 29 is Jewish Heritage Night at the Zephyrs.   The Zephyrs will be taking on the Round Rock Express at 6:00 p.m., with a post game concert to follow.  Tickets are only $5, and kosher concessions will be available.  To learn more, contact Lauren Goodman at Lauren@jewishnola.com. To purchase your tickets click here.

Celebrate Israel’s 60th Anniversary in Israel


There is no doubt that the best place to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Jewish State is in the Jewish State.  And, the best way to visit Israel is on a trip designed by those who are most familiar with everything Israel has to offer, and most interested in its future.  (Ask any of the folks pictured here who went on the Jewish Federation's 2007 Mission!) more...

Third Newcomers Party

Are you new to New Orleans?

The Federation would like to formally welcome you to our community.  Please join us on Sunday, May 18 from 5-7 pm at the home of Morris and Cathy Bart.  RSVP by May 12 to Jennifer Samuels at jennifer@jewishnola.com or 780-5612.

Financial Assistance for Returnees still available!

Returning members of our Jewish community may still be eligible for moving grants and loans.  Please contact Julie Hoffman at Jewish Family Service, 831-8475 for more information.

Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans Strategic Plan

The Jewish Federation has just completed compiling its Strategic Plan to Rebuild and Renew the Jewish Community of Greater New Orleans.

The Strategic Plan is open for review by the whole community.  We invite you to comment and add your ideas.

Please send your comments to strategic@jewishnola.com

Click Here to Review the Strategic Plan