Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA)

Will Chabad lead American Jewry? - opinion

Zohran Mamdani’s election as the mayor of New York City is the final nail in the coffin containing the deceased body of Jewish power in American politics.

 Thousands of Shluchim pose for a “class picture” outside Chabad World Headquarters
The Western Galilee.

Israel allocates NIS 26m. for education excellence centers in northern border communities

Gary Torgow stood with Prime Minister Netanyahu and other ministers on June 28, 2026

Who is Gary Torgow: The man who got Washington and Jerusalem to fund Jewish day schools - interview

JFNA Board of Directors chairman Gary Torgow is seen with assembled Israeli government officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after the government approved a NIS 200m. plan to bolster Jewish education in the Diaspora on June 28, 2026.

Expanding Jewish education in the diaspora is a 'shared responsibility' - editorial


American Jews and allies: Go to DC and march for Israel - editorial

There has never been a time in recent memory in which American support for Israel has been more critical.

  Kay and Hannah Dubrow attend a "Stand with Israel" rally at Freedom Plaza in Washington, U.S., October 13, 2023.

Jewish Federations' emergency fund tops $600 million for Israeli aid

The Federation has also backed the Fund for Victims of Terror and supported various groups, from the elderly to minority communities, affected by the war.

 Jewish Federation leaders visit Ronen Gabay, a wounded October 7th hero and recipient of Jewish Agency Funds for Victims of Terror support.

JFNA Fingerhut's crusade approaches $550 Million amidst shadows of Israel–Hamas War

 JFNA's CEO Eric Fingerhut during a mission to Israel earlier this week.

WATCH NOW: Israel at War - JPPI’s Daily Inside Analysis

EPISODE #49: The the Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) provides a daily balanced, in-depth, and inside analysis, sponsored by JFNA and the Jewish Agency.

 Left wing activists protest against the war, calling for ceasefire at the war in Gaza, in Tel Aviv, on February 3, 2024.

Jewish Federations raise $388 million in aid for Israel

This announcement came after a significant gathering of philanthropists and community leaders in Washington, DC.

President Isaac Herzog speaks at the JFNA General Assembly, 2022.

JFNA announces $500 million fundraising goal in response to Israel war

At least $70 million from the funds raised by US Jews have been raised by the UJA-Federation of New York.

 Israeli soldiers patrol in the southern Israeli city of Sderot, October 11, 2023

50 Influential Jews: Eric Fingerhut - No. 28

As head of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), Eric Fingerhut helped steer US Jewish organizations through the COVID financial crisis and works to build bridges with Israel.

 Jewish Federations of North America president and CEO Eric Fingerhut.

US Jewish demand security funding increase amid rising antisemitism

The briefing was organized by the JFNA together with SCN (Secure Community Network), ADL, and the OU (Orthodox Union), with the support of six other major Jewish organizations.

 Democratic Senator Chris Murphy.