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Welcome to the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County

 

Since 1977, the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County has been working to build a strong Jewish community that enriches people’s lives, helps those in need, and embraces all Jewish families. With member support, our recipient organizations in Orange County help thousands of people here at home and through the Jewish Federations of North America, aid Jewish communities at risk in Israel and around the world.


Federation office hours vary. If you call and get no answer, please email director@jewishorangeny.org

Stand Together With Israel

Representatives from the Jewish Federations of Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties 

Present Rep. Pat Ryan with Thank You Letter for Supporting Israel, Fighting Antisemitism

KINGSTON, NY, January 17, 2024- Just over 100 days since Hamas’s brutal attack on Israel, representatives from the Jewish Federations of Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties presented Rep. Pat Ryan and his staff with a thank you letter, with nearly 400 local signatures, for his ardent support of Israel’s right to exist, his ongoing fight against antisemitism, and his continued efforts to free hostages still held by Hamas, including American citizens and Hudson Valley residents.  The Jewish Federations peacefully presented their thank you letter at Rep. Ryan’s Kingston office, which was besieged by anti-Israel protestors nearly two weeks ago.


“We’ve seen the increasingly threatening anti-Israel protests across this country, and we came today with an important message: Just because an opinion is voiced loudly does not mean it's accurate or representative of us all. We represent hundreds of Hudson Valley constituents who proudly stand with Congressman Ryan and thank him for his continued support of Israel, as well as his work to combat antisemitism in the Hudson Valley.” – Karen HochhauserExecutive Director, Jewish Federation of Dutchess County.


“The last 100 days have been extraordinarily difficult for Jews around the world. We’ve watched neighbors cheer the murder of Jews, deny that the mass rape of Israeli women even occurred, and show no concern at all for the American citizens still held hostage. With Orange County native, Judith Haggai, brutally murdered by Hamas, very few have stepped up to express their support for the Jewish community. We are lucky to have a Congressman who stands up to the persistent antisemitism in the Hudson Valley and around the country. Thank you Congressman Ryan for clearly and forcefully fighting alongside the Jewish people against this overwhelming current of hate and violence.” – Wendy Cedar, MBA, Executive Director, Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
 


“Our heart breaks for the people of Israel, who have experienced unspeakable anguish, and I firmly believe Congressman Ryan’s message is one we should all get behind. Bring the hostages home, remove Hamas, and rededicate ourselves to a lasting peace. That’s what we should be focused on, not calls for a unilateral ceasefire, which would allow Hamas to commit the horrors of October 7th over and over again. Congressman Ryan is a true champion of the Hudson Valley Jewish community, and today’s outpouring of support proves that.” – Rondavid Gold, President, Jewish Federation of Ulster County


For background on the details indicated here, please see the links and letter below. If you are a Hudson Valley resident, and have not yet signed the thank you letter, there’s still time!

Thank You Congressman Pat Ryan (google.com)

New York congressman’s district office besieged by anti-Israel demonstrators (jewishinsider.com) 

Thank You Letter has nearly 400 signatures from Hudson Valley constituents.
Jewish Federations also thank Rep. Ryan for continued work to free hostages still held by Hamas,
including American citizens and the families of Hudson Valley residents.

Executive Directors of the Jewish Federations of Dutchess and Orange Counties, Karen Hochhauser
(center) and Wendy Cedar (right) present Rep. Ryan's staff with thank you letter

 

 

 

Representatives from the Jewish Federations of Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties meet at
Rep. Ryan's office in Kingston to present thank you letter.

Shalom Federation Community,

As we learned on the news, Hamas launched a war with Israel that has quickly become the most serious security breach since the Yom Kippur War 50 years ago. Many Israelis have already been killed and hundreds hospitalized. Jewish Federations of North America stands in complete solidarity with Israel and Eric Fingerhut, JFNA President and CEO, is currently in Israel. JFNA is coordinating with the Jewish Agency for Israel, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, and the Israel Trauma Coalition, as they prepare to provide the critical care and support to those affected. JFNA has opened an emergency fund to support these efforts. Use this link if you wish to donate to this fund: https://jfeds.org/israelfund2023

 


 

 


While you're reading this, your gift is impacting Jewish lives around the world. 
From North America to Ukraine to Israel and across 70 other countries - your gift impacts lives around the world.

Through Federation, You Can Do Good That Goes Everywhere
 

If you would like to read about where your

donations are being used in Israel, CLICK HERE.

 

 


 

We have Some Exciting Events Coming Up.

Check Our Calendar For More Details!

David L. Bernstein

Woke Antisemitism

Thursday, April 4th at 7PM 

This is a Virtual Collaborative Event with the
Jewish Federations of Greater Orange & Dutchess Counties
brought to you by The Jewish Book Council

Discussion with the author and Q&A session
Register to recieve the Zoom Link

Books available at The Federation Office; Book Cost: $15
Contact Pam Orange County: Office@jewishorangeny.org or (845)562-7860

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Click The Flyer For More Details & To Register

Susan Simon & Zoe Zak
The Cook & The Rabbi

Sunday, April 7th at 2PM 

This is a Collaborative Event with the Temple Sinai, Middletown (Adult Education Program),
 The Jewish Federations of Greater Orange & Dutchess Counties
brought to you by The Jewish Book Council

Discussion with the author and Q&A session

Books will be available at The Federation Office
Contact Pam Orange County: Office@jewishorangeny.org or (845)562-7860

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Click The Flyer For More Details & To Register

Get ready for Passover on April 22-29! Order your Kosher for Passover wine through our Kedem fundraiser today.

A portion of all proceeds support the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County. To help us defray costs, will you add $1 to orders of 3-6 bottles, for the reusable bag in which they will be packaged? Note: Other wines are available upon request, call Tara at Kedem at the number on the form.
ACCESS ORDER FORM HERE; jewishorangeny.org or click on image below.

Please make checks payable to: Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County. Return Order Form and Checks to the office or pay through our website: JewishOrangeNY.org (please indicate website payment on order form)  by April 4th via Email: Director@JewishOrangeNY.org;
Mail: 292 North St, Newburgh, NY 12550. Orders will be available for pick-up at select locations beginning April 16-22, 2024.

 

Click The Image Below for the Full Order Form.


 

My Tree In Israel

Support an Israeli farmer and receive from their bounty your
 own private-label;
olive oil, Kosher wine, or whiskey!

  • Adopt a vineyard by 3/15/24 for April '24 delivery of your Kosher for Passover wine 

  • Adopt a whiskey barrel by 4/30/24 for June '24 delivery of your whiskey 

  • Adopt an olive tree by 11/15/24 for December '24 delivery of your olive oil

  • For adoptions after these dates, expect delivery of your gift in the 2025 season

 

To Order Click The Flyer Below.
Visit The Website To Learn More!

Our Next Choose Your Own Adventure Shabbat At Home Experience will be
April's Shabbat-To-Go Bags!

Included is everything your kids will need for an awesome get-together at home!
Plus a free gift included, while supplies last.

Sign up HERE for your bag today!
We will let you know when they are ready for pick up!


CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE! NEWBURGH JCC SHABBAT EXPERIENCE!

 The Choose Your Own Adventure Shabbat Experience; a free ongoing program, made possible by a grant from PJ Library. This is a collaborative event with the Newburgh JCC, The Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County, held at Kol Yisrael, 290 North St, Newburgh

Details Coming Soon for May!

Your legacy can support any of these 
Orange County Life & Legacy Community Partners:

 

  • Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County
  • Jewish Family Service of Orange County
  • Newburgh Jewish Community Center
  • Congregation Agudas Israel
  • Congregation Beth Hillel
  • Congregation B’nai Torah
  • Congregation Eitz Chaim
  • Monroe Temple Beth-El
  • Temple Beth Jacob
  • Temple Beth Shalom
  • Temple Sinai

Jewish in OC Micro-Grants

 

The Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County is excited to announce our first ever round of Jewish in OC Micro-Grants!

 

Goals: The goal of this program is to bring out new ideas in the Orange County Jewish community which will bring the community together, connect people to the community, positively impact the community, and help the community learn and grow together.

 

Read more and download application here.

Jewish Experience Scholarships

Need-based scholarships to Jewish families residing in Greater Orange County for Jewish educational programs and experiences including Religious School/Hebrew School at Federation-affiliated synagogues, youth group conventions including USY, NFTY, BBYO, Young Judea, and Hadassah, and other Jewish Experiences upon approval by the Scholarship Committee. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
 

Read more and download the application here.