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Margorie Manne and Jan Levinson volunteering with the Federation on its mission to Israel (Photo courtesy of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh)
July 1, 2024, 4:33 pm
Showing solidarity: Federation leads mission to Israel
The Pittsburghers saw where area donations were making a difference. Nearly 1,500 Pittsburghers have contributed $8 million for Israel since Oct. 7.
By Justin Vellucci
Lisa Taerk (left), Gerry Tissenbaum, Ellen Tissenbaum, Charlene Tissenbaum and Allen Tissenbaum (right) stand before a freshly painted bomb shelter at Kibbutz Urim in the Gaza envelope. The five took part in a recent JNF mission to Israel. (Photo provided by Charlene Tissenbaum)
April 19, 2024, 10:32 am
Jewish Pittsburgher recounts Iran’s attack on Israel
It feels special that we shared the moment on Saturday with the Israelis.”
By David Rullo
Federation mission members pose with their tour guide before the “Cousins” painting in Dubai. Photo provided b Erica Zimmerman.
July 12, 2022, 10:52 am
In a first, Pittsburgh Federation visits UAE’s Jewish community
“It seems like the UAE and the sheiks that are in control of the region are very forward thinking and it seems like they believe in the motto, ‘If you dream it, you can do it.'"
By David Rullo
Pittsburghers down under in New Zealand. Photo provided by Sharon Perelman
December 11, 2019, 9:55 am
Foundation mission connects with Jewish communities Down Under
Pittsburgh contingent says G'day to Southern Hemisphere
By David Rullo
A highlight of the mission was visiting the Kotel. Photo by Alex Goodstein
July 24, 2019, 12:14 pm
Young adults build connections, understanding on Federation mission
Visit to Israel affords young adults chance for community and conversation.
By Adam Reinherz
Auditor General DePasquale and Speaker Turzai at the Israel/ Palestinian seamline in Jerusalem. Photos courtesy of Hank Butler/PA Jewish Coalition
January 31, 2019, 4:55 pm
Israel visit educates state officials on Mideast realities
Pennsylvania legislators and leaders participate in mission abroad
By Adam Reinherz
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