Philanthropy
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June 26, 2025, 1:52 pm
Why the charitable food assistance sector is more essential than ever
Hunger is not just about food, it’s about opportunity, health and dignity.
By Charla Irwin-Buncher
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June 26, 2025, 12:46 pm
The transformative power of collaborative philanthropy
When we give together, we can do more, learn more and feel more deeply connected — to each other and to the causes we care about.
By Judy Greenwald Cohen
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June 26, 2025, 12:39 pm
The power of giving: Why Jewish philanthropy matters more than ever
In this moment, we must rely on one another because there is no one else. If we don’t support and protect our community, no one will.
By Brian Eglash
Under Leonard Lauder's leadership, Estée Lauder Companies would grow into a global empire with a portfolio that includes Clinique, La Mer, The Ordinary, MAC Cosmetics and Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. (Estee Lauder Companies)
June 16, 2025, 2:24 pm
Leonard Lauder, who expanded family business into a cosmetics empire, dies at 92
As CEO of the Estée Lauder Companies, he generated a fortune that supported his philanthropy in the arts and his brother Ronald’s support for Jewish causes.
By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Cynthia Shapira and first lady of the commonwealth Lori Shapiro (Photo by Toby Tabachnick)
June 1, 2025, 2:38 pm
Pennsylvania first lady Lori Shapiro addresses antisemitism and hope at JWF event
JWF’s annual meeting highlights Jewish resilience, service, and $170K in community grants.
By Toby Tabachnick
December 19, 2024, 10:05 am
Chronicle poll question
Did you donate to any organization that does work in Israel in 2024?
Tamar Shawah, left, Unistream CEO Ifat Bechor and Dvir Cohen visit Pittsburgh on Nov. 17. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
November 18, 2024, 3:50 pm
Parlor meeting introduces Pittsburghers to Unistream and talented Israeli youth
Israeli nonprofit comes to Pittsburgh seeking support
By Adam Reinherz
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
July 10, 2024, 11:55 am
Federation announces $13.6 million raised and $8 million in grants
$150,000 from the Israel Emergency Relief Fund has been granted to help Karmiel and Misgav combat forest fires that could break out as a result of rocket fire.
By Toby Tabachninck
Gisele Fetterman was the keynote speaker at the Jewish Women’s Foundation’s annual meeting. (Photo by Abigail Hakas)
June 7, 2024, 2:02 pm
Gisele Fetterman talks philanthropy at Jewish Women’s Foundation’s annual meeting
"I think remaining tender in a world that rewards the strong is a radical act of rebellion." — Gisele Fetterman
By Abigail Hakas
Jason Schiffman and Jennifer Schiffman (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Schiffman)
June 6, 2024, 2:30 pm
Getting to know: Jason Schiffman
Schiffman raised more than $162,000 to help fight blood cancer.
By Kathleen Gianni
Itach Ma’aki – Women Lawyers for Social Justice is one of the grantees of the collective fund. This photo was taken from Hadassah’s Israel mission in March with Itach Ma’aki representatives at their emergency distribution center. (Photo courtesy of the Hadassah Foundation)
May 23, 2024, 3:52 pm
Pittsburgh’s Jewish Women’s Foundation joins in collaborative grant to support Israeli women
"This collective effort at a national level demonstrates the power of collaborative philanthropy."
By Toby Tabachnick
The front Belfer, Forchheimer and Ullmann buildings of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Photo by Chriscobar via Wikimedia Commons)
February 26, 2024, 2:35 pm
Jewish philanthropist gives $1 billion to Bronx med school, eliminating all tuition
Albert Einstein College of Medicine will be tuition-free for the indefinite future
By Luke Tress
Carole and Daniel Kamin. Photo courtesy of Carole Kamin
January 25, 2024, 9:06 pm
Telescope building and tzedakah giving: Daniel and Carole Kamin deliver historic gift to Carnegie Museums
'People should think through and contribute to the groups that they feel closest to,' Daniel Kamin said. 'There's so many opportunities to help.'
By Adam Reinherz
Stuart Weitzman boots, $125 (Photo courtesy of Thriftique)
October 24, 2023, 7:11 am
Scoring a great deal for a great cause: Designer Days opens Nov. 1
“What sets our thrift store apart is the donations we get from our incredible donors."
By Toby Tabachnick
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
July 28, 2023, 9:09 am
Federation’s foundation achieves new record
The Federation’s Jewish Community Foundation’s total assets as of June 30 reached $326 million, placing it among the 10 largest local foundations.
By Toby Tabachnick
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