This has proven to be a most challenging time for our community, which has been caught in the perfect economic storm that engulfed our nation over the last year. The 2009 Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago Annual Report discusses how the institution is addressing the exponential increase in people seeking emergency assistance at a time of decreasing available resources.

Read more | posted on 9/16/2009

YLD’s 2010 Big Event will feature Andy Samberg, internationally acclaimed comedian and star of Saturday Night Live!  The Big Event will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at the Swissotel Chicago (323 E. Upper Wacker Dr.).    Last year’s event sold out, so be sure to get your tickets early!

Sign up | Watch video | posted on 9/1/2009

This Chanukah give the gift of warmth. Give someone special a Chanukah gift to warm their hearts… while keeping a needy child warm.

A gift of $18 to JUF’s Chanukah Coat Club will ensure a local child in need will receive a warm, new winter coat to brave the harsh winter, knowing it’s from someone who cares. Your special someone will receive a personalized Chanukah card announcing that this has been made in his or her honor along with a copy of a thank you letter from someone who has received a coat.

Sign up | More info | posted on 11/3/2009

The JUF TOV Volunteer Network's winter calendar of one-time volunteer projects, Merry Mitzvot, is here! Merry Mitzvot offers many opportunities to give back during the holiday season. From sorting donations to serving food, you are sure to find a way to make your holidays more meaningful.

Projects are open now from Sunday, November 22, 2009 through Friday, January 1, 2010!

Sign up | View calendar (PDF) | posted on 11/3/2009

The TOV Monthly Teen Volunteering (MTV) program allows teens to spend a couple of hours a month making a difference in the lives of others and in the Chicago community. Teens can participate once, twice, or every month. Whether you want to help the environment, brighten a senior's day, fight hunger and poverty, or lend a hand to people with disabilities, there's an opportunity waiting for you.

More info | posted on 10/21/2009

Coming Home to Chicago this Summer? Apply for the Lewis Family Summer Intern Program 2010 offering 26 paid internships in agencies/departments of the Jewish Federation. Contact the Hillels of Illinois at lsip@juf.org or 312/444-2868 to schedule a Winter Break interview in Chicago. 

Application Deadline: Feb. 26, 2010. Interview Deadline: March 19, 2010

Apply | More info | posted on 11/4/2009

Chicago’s newest free job search website connects job seekers and employers. Sponsored by JVS Chicago. Supported by the Jewish Federation J-Help Initiative.
 

More info | posted on 8/17/2009

Be a part of an exciting new program for young families. Once a month we will be reading stories about the Jewish holidays, singing songs, and creating art projects. Bring your friends, and meet new ones, too!

Sign up | posted on 10/7/2009

We believe that Jewish early childhood education is so important that we created JUF Right Start to make Jewish preschool and daycare more accessible and affordable for Jewish parents.
 

More info | posted on 3/17/2009

The Jewish Community Relations Council is proud to announce the launch of an in-depth, up-to-date Environmental Initiative resource guide. Whether you’re only beginning your involvement in environmentalism, or consider yourself a seasoned “green” veteran, this resource has something to offer everyone.

Read more | posted on 9/8/2008

The Iranian regime under President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has become a growing threat to security and stability throughout the Middle East and around the world.

More info | posted on 8/8/2008

The Congregations & Community Campaign Department would like to thank all the congregations participating in the 2008 Jewish United Fund - Israel Emergency Fund Annual Campaign. 

View schedule | posted on 12/19/2008

Milton Horn was a renowned Russian-born American Jewish sculptor and artist who lived and worked in Chicago for many years.  His works are exhibited in museums and institutions throughout the United States. Thanks to a gift from Paula and Peter Ellis of the Milton Horn Fine Art Trust, the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is fortunate to be able to showcase a number of Horn's drawings and several of his sculptures for the benefit of the Jewish community.
 

View sculptures and drawings | posted on 10/30/2008