Welcome to the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester! 
 

The Federation convenes, engages, and leads the Rochester Jewish community and its partners, leverages its resources to enhance and sustain Jewish life, assists people in need, mobilizes on issues of concern to the local Jewish community, and strengthens the bond with Israel and Jewish people globally. 

Our Mission

The Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester works to build a strong Jewish future in Rochester, Israel, and worldwide through philanthropy, engagement, education, and advocacy.

Our Pillars

Taking Care of People in Need:

As the economic and emotional impact of COVID remains, we must meet the increased demand for food, emergency cash, employment services, and mental health support.
 

Ensuring the Safety and Security of the Jewish Community:

We must ensure our safety by expanding the security infrastructure across our community while also fostering change through education and bridge-building efforts.

Building an Engaged and Flourishing Jewish Community:

We cannot predict what the future will hold, so we must sustain a network of forward-thinking, resilient nonprofit organizations and relationships that will form the bedrock of a vibrant, caring Rochester Jewish community for generations to come.

Fostering Connections to Israel and Global Jewry:

The Federation builds connections to Jewish life overseas through local programming, our vibrant people-to-people connection with Modi'in, Israel and by allocating funds to service partners in collective support of world Jewry.

Growing the Resources to Sustain Our Community:

We must foster a love of philanthropy and community involvement across all ages and stages of life so that we can continue to support our vibrant Jewish community here and throughout the world.

2022-2023 Leadership