Category: Federation News


Jessica Korsunsky Honored With 2026 Michael Jeser Outstanding Jewish Professional Award

June 2, 2026

SAN DIEGO (June 2, 2026) – Jewish Federation of San Diego (Federation) has named Jessica Korsunsky the recipient of the 2026 Michael Jeser Outstanding Jewish Professional Award in recognition of […]


Update from Israel: Two Israelis were killed in Lebanon last week; twelve soldiers were injured today

April 30, 2026

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Prepared by and sent from Jewish Federations of North America’s Israel Office  Lebanon Iran Gaza Other Developments Violence in the West Bank Jewish Federations and Partners American Jewish Joint Distribution […]


We Danced Again.

February 13, 2026

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Dear Friends,  It has been just over five years since I officially stepped into my current role at Federation. In that time, we’ve witnessed significant change and growth. We navigated […]


Reflections from the Men’s Mission to Cuba: Jewish Life, History, and Connection

January 16, 2026

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Did you know Cuba’s Jewish community has been part of the island’s story for more than a century, preserving its traditions through generations? In early November 2025, Jewish Federation of […]


Inside Jewish Argentina: Finding Community in Buenos Aires

January 13, 2026

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From December 8-15, 2025, twelve young adults from San Diego traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina with Jewish Federation of San Diego, in partnership with JDC Entwine. The week offered space […]


Jewish Federation of San Diego Co-Partnered with Lawrence Family JCC to Welcome Jewish Author Dara Horn

October 23, 2025

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On Saturday, October 18, Jewish Federation of San Diego proudly partnered with the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center and the Simon Wiesenthal Center to welcome the renowned author Dara Horn […]


Today, June 4, is Holocaust Survivor’s Day.  

June 4, 2025

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By Zane Vanderberg  In slight contrast to International Holocaust Remembrance Day, or Yom HaShoah, Survivor’s Day is solely focused on commemorating and celebrating the survivors that are still with us. […]


Bridging Communities: National Young Leadership Cabinet Connects with Jewish Life in Azerbaijan

May 27, 2025

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By Ronit Droker, Allie Hauser and AmandaLynn MacLeod Local San Diego National Young Leadership (NYL) Cabinet members Allie Hauser, AmandaLynn MacLeod and Ronit Droker recently traveled with a US & […]


San Diego History Post

December 14, 2023


Immersive Travel

December 13, 2023

Immersive Travel

From hands-on missions, to cultural exchanges, birthright trips and more, Federation connects San Diego to the world’s rich tapestry of Jewish life through immersive, once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences. LEARN MORE

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