UJA-Federation Stories
Read stories about UJA-Federation of New York events, programs, and other issues important to our community.
Celebrate Israel Parade and Run Ready for June 3rd
May 21, 2012
Although Marc Mouhadeb typically runs 30 miles a week, the four-mile Celebrate Israel Run holds a special place in his heart. “I love to run and there’s nothing better than doing something you love for a cause you care about,” he says. … Read more
Birthright Israel for Boomers Creates Strong Connections
May 17, 2012
Michele Zuflacht had traveled the world, on safari in Africa, throughout Europe and Southeast Asia, but she had never visited Israel. It just never seemed like the right time. But inspired by her daughter’s visit to the Jewish state through Birthrig… Read more
Getting the Flavor of a Nonprofit Executive’s Job
May 15, 2012
To paraphrase an old saying, don’t judge a nonprofit until you’ve walked a mile in the executive director’s shoes. On May 10, as part of UJA-Federation of New York’s annual Executive for a Day program, 31 lay leaders visited 16 age… Read more
Russian Charity Ball Celebrates Leadership
May 14, 2012
UJA-Federation of New York’s Russian Charity Ball, which celebrated the leadership of established members of the Russian-speaking Jewish community as well as the next generation, took on added resonance when it was held at the Museum of Jewish Herit… Read more
Westchester Celebration Honors Those Who Give Back
May 10, 2012
The Talmud tells the story of a Roman emperor who notices an old Jewish man planting a fig tree. The emperor asks the man why he is planting the tree when he can’t hope to eat its fruit in his lifetime, and the man replies, “As my parents plan… Read more
Joe Steranka, PGA CEO, Gets Sports for Youth Honor
May 2, 2012
After nearly a quarter-century career with The PGA of America, Joe Steranka, CEO of the organization that promotes the game of golf around the globe, has no shortage of accolades. But on May 1st, when he was recognized as this year’s honoree of UJA-… Read more
Honoring Agency Trustees
April 30, 2012
Many people who work in the nonprofit world are used to wearing many hats and shouldering many responsibilities. On April 26th, UJA-Federation held a ceremony to recognize the dedication and leadership of network agency trustees, who serve in leadership r… Read more
UJA-Federation Receives Catholic Charities Award
April 26, 2012
Praised for “extraordinarily generous” efforts to help those in need in New York, UJA-Federation received the Good Neighbor Award from Catholic Charities on April 25th. Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan presented the award to UJA-Federation Executive … Read more
Changing Autism Awareness is Focus of Symposium
April 26, 2012
When a South African couple was concerned about their young son who had stopped speaking and avoided eye contact, they wanted to bring him to the local hospital, but the boy’s grandparents insisted they see a witch doctor, keynote speaker Roy Richar… Read more
Honoring Agency Volunteers
April 24, 2012
When A-list celebrities go on volunteer missions in Africa, the press takes notice, but many volunteers never get recognized for the time and energy that they give back to their communities. That’s why, in celebration of National Volunteer Appreciat… Read more