Jewish Federations of North America fundraising since Oct. 7 passes $700m JFNA president and CEO Eric Fingerhut said he is optimistic following the “March for Israel” rally in Washington that drew nearly 300,000 people. Dec. 12, 2023
At 290,000-strong, ‘March for Israel’ is ‘largest pro-Israel gathering in history’ Another 250,000 watched via lifestream, according to organizers. Nov. 14, 2023
Federations mission lands in Ukraine, spends night in bomb shelter The next morning, the delegation visited the places where they have been helping people live and escape, JNFA head Eric Fingerhut told JNS. Mike Wagenheim Aug. 18, 2023
Facing criticism of partisanship, head of Jewish Federations defends its legitimacy “The demographics are changing,” said Irving Lebovics, co-chairman of the Agudah-affiliated Am Echad. “I’m not even sure who the federation represents today.” Menachem Wecker April 24, 2023
One year into the war, Jewish humanitarian efforts remain in full throttle in Ukraine On the ground, Internet access and cash are luxuries, and “life happens between sirens,” Inna Vdovichenko, JDC’s representative in Odessa, told JNS. Mike Wagenheim Feb. 23, 2023
Morningstar announces substantive changes in its Israel ratings The investment firm accused of anti-Israel bias made the decision after extended talks with a pro-Israel working group. Mike Wagenheim Oct. 31, 2022
Federation head: No known issues with Jewish voters, polling places in US “As has always been the case, Jews in the United States committed themselves to our civic process, voting and working for candidates of both major parties,” said Eric Fingerhut. Nov. 4, 2020
Hillel International names Adam Lehman as new president and CEO In his new role, he will build on the organization’s success in fostering Jewish life on 550 campuses across 18 countries. Jan. 7, 2020
Eric Fingerhut to leave Hillel International for Jewish Federations of North America “We believe he can bring the same energy and imagination to Federation. He’s the right leader at the right time,” said chair of the JFNA Board of Trustees Mark Wilf. Jackson Richman May 16, 2019
