We are made stronger by the participation of people of every age, ability, race, ethnicity, denomination, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and religious affiliation. We support vibrant Jewish life through community building and fundraising efforts that support vital educational and social service programs in Western Massachusetts, Israel and around the world.
2025 Winter Newsletter Donor Spotlight: Barry Federman My name is Barry Federman, Western Mass is home, but the Federation has always been a part of my life, regardless of where I lived. My mother, of blessed memory, was a schoolteacher, and when she passed more than 45 years ago, the
2025 Winter Newsletter New Hire: Adam Solender Interim Executive Director, Chief Philanthropy Officer, and Director of the Jewish Endowment Foundation We are excited to share with you that Adam Solender has joined the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts as Interim Executive Director, and the Chief Philanthropy Officer and Director of
2025 Winter Newsletter Ensuring Safety, Security, and Resilience: Our Community’s Security Program The Jewish Federations of Western Massachusetts and the Berkshires have partnered with Secure Community Network (“SCN”) to implement a comprehensive security program for both regions. In November 2024, I had the honor of becoming the first Deputy Regional
