When I joined the Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville last June, I came with deep roots in Jewish communal life and a profound belief in what a Federation can be when it is firing on all cylinders. Not just as a fundraising organization, but as a connector, convener, funder, and innovator for the ...
In moments of challenge, we often learn what matters most. Today, as antisemitism rises in worrying and visible ways, we are called not only to stand against hate—but to stand firmly, proudly, and joyfully in who we are. Jewish identity is not defined by those who would diminish it. It is defined ...
Strong Jewish communities are not built by accident. They are built through thoughtful process, shared responsibility, and a deep belief that when we bring diverse voices to the table, we make better decisions for everyone. At its best, a Jewish Federation is not simply an organization that raises ...
The retelling of the Passover story brings familiar lessons and inspiration from generation to generation. At its core is a theme central to so many of our holidays and stories—one that serves as a timely reminder in 2026. From the moment we understood ourselves to be the people of ...
The last time I visited Israel was the summer of 2023. At the time, I was working for Hadassah and had the privilege of traveling to Israel regularly. When I boarded my plane home at the end of that summer, I simply assumed I would be back soon—Israel had become a place woven into the fabric of my ...
As we enter 2026, the Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville’s Annual Campaign stands as a beacon of resilience and hope in a world where challenges to Jewish life are mounting. The recent arson attack that devastated Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi—a mere few hours from our own ...
I’ve come to a surprising realization: I’ve been a Northeastern imposter all my life. It turns out I was destined for the South—right here in Nashville, Tennessee. When people ask how I’m adjusting, my answer is simple: I fell hard, and I fell fast. I ...
In a decisive move to bolster the safety of Jewish Nashville, The Jewish Federation Board of Directors has approved the acceptance of the Jewish Federations of North America’s LiveSecure grant and entered into a strategic agreement with Secure Community Network (SCN) to hire a Community ...
In today’s climate of rising antisemitism and targeted hate crimes, the Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville bears both a moral and strategic responsibility to protect our community. Jewish spaces—from synagogues and schools to cultural centers and public events—must be safeguarded physically, ...
In Jewish tradition, Abraham’s tent is a symbol of radical hospitality. Open on all sides, it welcomed travelers from every direction, offering rest, nourishment, and connection. Similarly, the sukkah, though temporary and fragile, becomes a sacred space of gathering during Sukkot—a place ...