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Jewish Federation of San Antonio

The Jewish Federation Annual Campaign supports local agencies: Jewish Family Service, Golden Manor Jewish Senior Services, the Barshop Jewish Community Centerand the Eleanor Kolitz Academy.  The Campaign also supports overseas needs for social services in Israel and internationally.  Chai High, the Beldon Library, the CRC, the Holocaust Memorial Museum of San Antonio, the San Antonio Jewish Coalition for Literacy, S.A. GIVEBACK,  and the Maimonides Society programs are other Federation programs supported by the Annual Campaign. Stand up and be counted!

Photos above are of Federation leadership and a sampling of Federation sponsored programs and agencies: 
S.A. GIVEBACK volunteers after serving dinner to
wounded military personnel and their families
B'nai Tzedek teens who learn about and practice 
philanthopy, at a fall swimming party 
Eleanor Kolitz Academy students

Founded in 1922, the Jewish Federation is dedicated to building a strong Jewish community in San Antonio and worldwide through its annual campaign, and by providing quality opportunities for Jewish individuals and families.

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News at a Glance

NEW YORK (JTA) -- One of the top defenders in the NBA had the word "defense" inscribed in his hair in Hebrew, as well as in Japanese and Hindi.

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JFSA opens a Mailbox for Chile Earthquake Relief

The Jewish Federation of San Antonio has opened a mailbox for Chile Earthquake Relief.  The Federation has already transferred an initial $1000 to the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC).  All funds collected by JFSA will be forwarded 100% for emergency relief through the JDC.  Please join us. The need is great and will continue as in Haiti for years to come.  To donate for Chile Earthquake Relief.

Seeking Information on Texas Jewish cemeteries 

The Jewish Federation of San Antonio is currently involved in a statewide project relating to Jewish cemeteries and their upkeep.  If you are from a Texas community other than Dallas/Ft. Worth, Houston, Austin or San Antonio and would like to help in our research, please contact Howard Feinberg at 210-302-6961 or feinh@jfsatx.org.”

Haiti Earthquake Relief

The Jewish Federation of San Antonio expresses concern for all those impacted by the earthquake in Haiti. Our Federation has opened a mailbox to collect funds to help the people of Haiti.  One hundred percent of the donations we receive will go to the Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, to help the earthquake victims.  To donate click JFSA HAITI RELIEF.  To learn MORE on HAITI.  

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Federation Grants and Scholarships

Grants and Scholarships are available through the Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies.  Foundation for Jewish Philanthopies Scholarships and Grants.

Literacy program Seeks Tutors

 

The San Antonio Jewish Coalition For Literacy is seeking tutors to work with students in their own schools during the school day. 

For information: San Antonio Jewish Coalition for Literacy