The Jewish Federation of Detroit

11/06/2026

Cooler days. Warmer gatherings. Grateful hearts. Wishing you a peaceful and meaningful Shabbat.

11/06/2026

Join us as we launch Do Good Detroit, our newest Affinities initiative, with an evening of food, art and connection at Gesher’s Creative Expressions program located in the Lois and Milton Y. Zussman Center. Together, we’ll create two things: a collaborative artwork that will be displayed at The Sam in winter 2027, and a small piece of your own to take home or donate. Open to all ages 18+. Learn more and RSVP at https://jlive.app/events/17815

11/05/2026

An office divided… but still one family. 🏈

Every year before the big game, our staff shows up in their school colors for our annual rivalry photo, and every year the debate gets a little louder. Whether you’re cheering for the Wolverines or the Spartans this Saturday, we’re proud to be Here For Good, together.

Who are you rooting for? Tell us in the comments! 👇

11/04/2026

The Jewish Federation of Detroit congratulates all those elected to federal, state, and local office in Michigan and across the country.

The election is over, and our community remains rooted in our connection to each other and a shared commitment to the Jewish future that unites us as a people. Together, we look to those elected to act with wisdom, lead with compassion, and uphold the civic and social values that ensure the safety and inclusion of our community and of all Americans.

As a nonpartisan organization working on behalf of our entire community, the Jewish Federation of Detroit will always advance the safety and security of our community; care for the vulnerable; strengthen Jewish life; champion Jewish self-determination in Israel; and engage with elected officials at every level of government to confront antisemitism in all its forms.

11/03/2026

They’ve touched down in Israel! ✈️🇮🇱🩵
Our Women's Philanthropy - Jewish Federation of Detroit's Momentum group, made up of women from Detroit and our Partnership Region, is beginning an incredible journey together filled with connection, discovery, friendship and inspiration. We can’t wait to follow along and share more from their adventures! More to come!

They’ve touched down in Israel! ✈️🇮🇱🩵

Our Women’s Philanthropy Momentum group, made up of women from Detroit and our Partnership Region, is beginning an incredible journey together filled with connection, discovery, friendship and inspiration. We can’t wait to follow along and share more from their adventures!

More to come! ✨

11/03/2026

Step right up! On Giving Tuesday, December 1, Federation is hosting a day of calls, texts, food and prizes, and we want you to join our team. We’ll give you everything you need to make an impact, including delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner and plenty of snacks with kosher dietary laws observed; easy, onsite training to help you feel confident and successful with calls and texts; a matching gift that will make every donation go even further and carnival-themed contests, prizes and a few fun surprises! Help inspire donors on one of Federation’s biggest fundraising days of the year. Come for all or part of the day, every bit helps! Sign up at https://jewishdetroit.org/gt-volunteer/

11/02/2026

A message to our Detroit Jewish community from Steven Ingber, Federation CEO, on the eve of Election Day:

For many of us, this moment carries real weight. We’ve heard from those who are feeling anxious, unsettled, or simply tired, carrying worries about the future we’re building for our children. If that’s you, please know you’re not alone.

I can’t tell you how tomorrow will turn out. But I can tell you this: on Wednesday morning, whatever the results, our community will still be here. Our synagogues and schools will open their doors. Our agencies will keep caring for those in need. Our neighbors will still check on one another. And the bonds that hold us together will be just as strong as they were the day before.

We are a community of many views and voices, and that has always been a source of our strength. What unites us runs deeper than any single election: our commitment to one another, to Israel and the Jewish people and to the values that have guided us for thousands of years. Tomorrow, we vote. And the day after, we will continue to stand together, support one another and work toward the safe, vibrant and compassionate Jewish community we all believe in.

And the Jewish Federation will be here, as always, caring for our community, keeping it safe, and building a strong Jewish future for generations to come.

11/02/2026

Our Women's Philanthropy - Jewish Federation of Detroit's Tikkun Olam Volunteers (TOV) is offering a master class in the art of tie dying and the chance to give back! Learn from the artists at Detroit Dye House Home Of Brightlytwisted while enjoying light refreshments and the chance to connect with other Jewish women from the community. Everyone will have the opportunity to dye three items: a pair of socks (which will be donated to A Kindness Connection), a t-shirt and a tote bag to keep. Learn more and RSVP at https://jlive.app/events/17962

Join Tikkun Olam Volunteers (TOV) for a master class in the art of tie dying and the chance to give back! We’ll be learning from the artists at Detroit Dye House Home Of Brightlytwisted while enjoying light refreshments and the chance to connect with other Jewish women from the community. Everyone will have the opportunity to dye three items: a pair of socks (which will be donated to A Kindness Connection), a t-shirt and a tote bag to keep. Learn more and RSVP at https://jlive.app/events/17962

10/30/2026

Hasan Piker’s hateful targeting of West Bloomfield’s Jewish community during a recent livestream was reprehensible, antisemitic and dangerous. His apparent effort to attract attention by escalating hateful rhetoric should not be dismissed as harmless. Singling out and vilifying a Jewish community can have real consequences.

West Bloomfield is home to Temple Israel, which was attacked earlier this year. At a time of rising antisemitism, we call on all responsible leaders to reject rhetoric that demonizes Jews, fuels hatred and threatens the safety of our communities. Silence in the face of hate only allows it to spread.

10/30/2026

The future isn’t decided for us—it’s decided by us. Who we elect impacts community security, support for families, public policy, and the strength of Jewish life. Be an informed voter and make a plan to vote in the General Election on November 3.

Learn about the candidates, make a plan to vote and encourage others to do the same. Voting is one of the most important ways we can uphold our values and strengthen our community.
Visit our 2026 Election Toolkit to learn more: https://jewishdetroit.org/election_toolkit.html