Jewish Art: Preserving the Past, Painting the Present
Bring your lunch and join us for this exciting free lecture-series, led by anthropologist and Jewish educator, Alanna E. Cooper. Mondays, 12:00-1:15. April 2, May 7 and June 4. JFNS, 39 Norman Street, Salem, MA. Registration required.
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Nominate a Teen for the Derek M. Sheckman
Teen Leadership Award
The Jewish Federation of the North Shore is now accepting nominations for the Derek M. Sheckman Teen Leadership Award. This award is given to a Jewish teen in grades 10 and 11 who lives in the Federation's service area on the North Shore. The nominations may be submitted by high school educators, Hebrew School principals, Rabbis and Teen Leaders by Monday, April 2. The award is given to a teen who demonstrates a commitment to the Jewish community, works to improve the quality of life for others, possesses leadership qualities and is a role model for his/her peers. In addition, this award encourages continued participation in community life, and provides resources for the teen recipient to implement his/her "Make a Difference Community Project".
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JFNS Community Innovation Grants: Spring 2012
The Jewish Federation of the North Shore is pleased to offer a second year of our Community Innovations grants in support of our four Strategic Priorities:
1. Engaging the Next Generation in Jewish Life
2. Inspiring Adult Jewish Education
3. Caring for the Most Vulnerable
4. Jewish Culture Connections
There is a total of $23,000 to distribute to collaborative, innovative initiatives for our June 4, 2012 deadline.
Click here for more information or to apply!
Jewish Education
Grants
Available Now!
The Jewish Federation of the North Shore is honored to partner
with the Jim Joseph Foundation to provide emergency Jewish education grants for
families with demonstrated need. Tuition subsidies are now available for
families who wish to send their children to Jewish overnight camps and
preschools in the 2012 summer and 2012-2013 school year.
JFNS has additional
office space to lease!
Staff Members
These are the dedicated professionals who are leading the Federation
Click here for the full list.