News & Updates from the Jewish Community Foundation

Philanthropy Through a Jewish Lens

What does it mean to “give Jewishly”? That was the question at the heart of our recent workshop led by…

Press Release: Endowment Grants to Support the Jewish Community

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington announced today a new round of funding made possible by endowments held at the…

Press Release: Fund for Women and Girls Grants Announced June 2025

The Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is thrilled to announce $80,000 in grants from the…

From Values to Action: Evolving Practices in Family Giving

At a recent convening hosted by the National Center for Family Philanthropy, more than 50 family foundations—including Jewish family foundations—gathered…

On the Ground in Israel: The Fund for Women and Girls in Action

In May 2025, Dr. Jannah Yutkovitz, who leads the Fund for Women and Girls at the Jewish Community Foundation, traveled…

They Walked the Path of Solidarity—Now We Walk It for Them

Last night, a horrific act of antisemitic violence shook our community to its core. Sarah Milgrimz”l and Yaron Lischinskyz”l—two vibrant…

Together in Grief, Together in Resolve

We are heartbroken. We are angry. And we are not alone. Even in grief, we remain united in our purpose—to…

The Worst Part Is That Nobody Believes Us

by Jannah Yutkovitz, Ed.D. “The worst part is that nobody believes us,” a survivor of the October 7th massacre told…

Bringing Light During Dark Times: How Sunrise Israel Supports Children with Cancer and Their Families

By Sara Brenner Sunrise Israel’s mission is powerful in any year: to bring joy, hope, and resilience to Israeli children—Arab…

In Solidarity: Creating Soft Spaces in Hard Times

In February, I was honored to facilitate a remarkable event to launch a new project called In Solidarity: Trust, Truth,…

In Uncertain Times: 5 Ways Donors Can Help Address Communal Needs

by Sara Brenner, Executive Director, Jewish Community Foundation Federal layoffs are deeply impacting our region and forcing families as well…

Top Questions to Ask When Evaluating Nonprofits 

by Jannah Yutkovitz, Ed.D Senior Director of Philanthropic Impact, The Jewish Community Foundation Top Questions to Ask When Evaluating Nonprofits…