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November 27, 2024, 4:01 pm
Volunteers of the Year 2024
Their stories are inspirational
January 17, 2024, 3:41 pm
Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle 2023 Volunteers of the Year
Their stories are inspirational
Inmates receive both seder plate and shelf-stable kosher meals from the Aleph Institute. Photo by David Rullo.
March 21, 2022, 4:42 pm
Aleph Institute set to resume in-person visits to Jewish prisoners
Prisoners who receive help from the Aleph Institute, and other similar organizations, know they aren’t alone, Vogel said.
By David Rullo
Pre-pandemic, Darcy Gordon (front) participated in Mitzvah Day with her daughters, Dora (left) and Rebecca and other volunteers. Photo by Darcy Gordon.
February 15, 2022, 11:33 am
Non-Jewish members contribute heartily to synagogue life
Participation isn't limited to Jewish members at most Reform and Conservative synagogues.
By David Rullo
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
January 27, 2022, 5:12 pm
Federation to launch leadership institute
The new institute will usher in the next generation of Jewish volunteers
By Justin Vellucci
Giant Eagle pharmacy manager Mohammed helped secure vaccines for several Squirrel Hill residents. Photo provided by Nina Butler.
February 22, 2021, 3:08 pm
The search for vaccines ‘has brought out some angels’
"I think that this past year has shown that in order to be able to come back together, we need each other.”
By David Rullo
Jessica Hammer and Chris Hall, and and their daughter Ada, are checking in on other members of Beth Shalom by phone during the COVID-19 crisis.Photo provided by Chris Hall
April 2, 2020, 8:29 am
Isolated but not alone, thanks to volunteers from area congregations
Visiting community members, however possible
By Justin Vellucci
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