Federation Five

Israel-Hamas War Response

Following the horrific attacks in Israel on October 7, Jewish Federation swiftly turned our hearts to the East to mobilize, fundraise, and stand in solidarity with our Israeli brothers and sisters. On October 10, Jewish Federation, in partnership with Jewish leaders and community organizat…

Holocaust Survivors' B’nai Mitzvah

An extraordinary group b’nai mitzvah ceremony for 60 Holocaust survivors took place on Sunday, November 5. This heartwarming event, presented in partnership with Jewish Family Service of San Diego, was a joy-filled day that showcased the resilience and strength of Holocaust survivors for w…

In Memoriam: Dr. Hal Kravitz

Dr. Hal Kravitz, age 93, passed away on November 5, survived by Rose, his wife of 68 years, three children, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. A dedicated leader in the Jewish community, Hal served multiple terms on the Jewish Federation Board of Directors and held the title …

Our New Lifelines Manager

Jewish Federation of Orange County is delighted to introduce our new Lifelines Social Services Manager, Sila Wolf! After serving as Federation’s Donor Relations Associate since 2021, Sila transitioned into her new role this summer. She is excited to offer her professional services in soci…