Jewish Federation of Cleveland 2018 Allocations Report

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THE CASE FOR

FEDERATION

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland has

1

goal:

Make life in the Jewish community better today and even stronger in the future.

Through this singular focus, we have helped Cleveland become one of the most vibrant and caring Jewish communities in the world.

Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building · 25701 Science Park Drive · Cleveland, OH 44122 · 216-593-2900 · campaign@jcfcleve.org Jeffrey J. Wild, General Campaign Chair • Gary L. Gross, Board Chair • Stephen H. Hoffman, President 2 | CASE FOR FEDERATION

The key to our success is the dedication and compassion of our donors. Because of the time and resources you invest each year, we are able to change and improve lives in Cleveland, Israel, and around the world.

AS A DONOR TO THE FEDERATION:

You support the only

You create the critical

You are funding Jewish

You have the security of

organization in Cleveland

scale necessary to drive

Cleveland’s hub for

knowing you are investing in

that focuses on the health

meaningful social change

innovative solutions and

a trusted community asset

and vitality of the entire

and provide relief in times

collaborative services that

with a proven track record

Jewish community.

of crisis in ways no one

address the evolving needs

of being the most efficient

person or organization

of the community here and

and effective way to make

could do alone.

around the globe.

an immediate difference and a sustainable impact.

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1 GIFT

30+ BENEFICIARY AGENCIES

TENS OF THOUSANDS OF LIVES CHANGED IN CLEVELAND, ISRAEL, AND 70 COUNTRIES AROUND THE GLOBE

CARE FOR ONE ANOTHER · PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE · SHARE OUR PERSPECTIVES · REPAIR OUR WORLD As Clevelanders, we live in one of the strongest and most passionate Jewish communities in the world. Together, we have been able to make life better in Cleveland, Israel, and around the world for more than 100 years. Together we make Jewish Cleveland and our global community a better place today and tomorrow.

That’s the impact of together.

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CARE for One Another

We help feed the hungry, comfort the sick, aid the elderly, shelter the homeless, and support those in need or with disabilities — wherever they are in the world. We advocate for the vulnerable and fight for social justice. We also invest significant resources in preventing, preparing for, and responding to potential security threats to our community.

Food and Friendship for the Elderly Through the Lunch Plus program of the Mandel JCC, a Federation beneficiary agency, we are providing a lifeline to nourishment, friendship, and independence. Along with free transportation to and from, the program serves hot kosher lunches six days a week in the Warrensville Community Apartments. Lunch Plus also provides free activities and services that encourage seniors to maintain independent lifestyles through exercise and social opportunities.

Training Community Members to Safeguard Our Institutions The Federation’s Community Security Alliance (CSA) educates community members in our local beneficiary agencies and synagogues on best practices in observing and reporting suspicious activity. This newly launched program is just one way we’re providing for the safety and security of our community so we can all feel comfortable living our Jewish lives.

A Lifeline for Those in Need Jewish Family Service Association (JFSA), a Federation beneficiary agency, received funding to purchase a nine passenger, wheelchair accessible van to transport older adults and individuals with disabilities to medical appointments, errands, and for visiting relatives. Since the grant expired, JFSA relies on the Federation to cover operation and staffing costs for the van, which is used daily to capacity.

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PREPARE for the Future We ensure the long-term health and vibrancy of our diverse community. We provide the critical strategic planning

and oversight needed to make life better today and for generations to come. We provide a wide-range of educational programming for all ages that celebrates Jewish values and traditions. We also develop the next generation of leaders through mentoring, teaching, and hands-on experiences.

Mentoring Israel’s At-Risk Youth In an effort to counsel and support at-risk youth in Israel, the Jewish Federation of Cleveland and the Jewish Agency for Israel established the Youth Futures program. Mentors guide children and their families in different circles of intervention: personal, familial, social, and educational, with an emphasis on full parental partnership.

Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders The Federation’s Young Leadership Division (YLD) offers unique experiential professional and volunteer opportunities, as well as tailored educational programming through LEADS.

A Jewish Future on Campus The Cleveland Hillel Foundation and Hillel at Kent State University, Federation beneficiary agencies, are engaging and empowering Jewish students through experiences that foster active Jewish life. By engaging undergraduate, graduate, and professional students through leadership opportunities and innovative programming, Hillel helps young adults navigate their college experience.

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SHARE our Perspectives We bridge cultural divides, foster mutual respect, and build collaborative relationships. We provide the education

and tools needed to stand up and speak out on behalf of Israel and the Jewish people. We deepen connections to Israel through personal experiences and programs that celebrate our Jewish homeland. We create mutually beneficial collaborations between business and civic leaders in Israel and Greater Cleveland.

Celebrating Israel in Our Day Schools

Combating BDS and Hatred

Advocating with Our Community Partners

Israeli emissaries are brought to our local day schools, synagogues, and teen youth groups to share Israeli life and culture. As a result, young people are learning more about Israel, Israelis, and the Hebrew language. Each year with the Federation’s help, hundreds of young people participate in Israel programs locally and in Israel.

Young leaders are becoming an effective voice in the fight against the anti-Israel Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement.

Israel Advocacy Fellows, a Community Relations Committee (CRC) program, invites young adult professionals to explore the complexities of Israel and learn how to talk about Israel with their peers.

Our Community Relations Committee (CRC) develops and sustains relationships with diverse ethnic and religious groups to effect change on issues of broader concerns, such as advocating for bail reform with the NAACP, Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry, Hispanic Alliance, NCJW, ADL, and United Black Fund.

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REPAIR our World

We respond in times of emergency. Each year we invest significant resources to help people rebuild in the wake of a natural or man-made disasters. We also invest in programs and services that provide a strong safety net during times of personal crises.

Supporting Victims of Natural Disasters When hurricanes devastated parts of Houston, Florida, and Puerto Rico in 2017, Cleveland was one of the first federations to send significant relief to victims of these natural disasters.

Rebuilding Lives in Ukraine When Jews face distress around the world the Federation works with the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) to help. Recently, we have been helping Ukrainian Jews affected by political and economic instability. Displaced families are able to receive living accommodations, food, career assistance, and schooling.

Responding to Victims of Domestic Violence and Homelessness The Jewish Family Service Association (JFSA) Hebrew Shelter Home, a Federation beneficiary, provides shelter to Jewish women and children seeking haven from domestic violence and homelessness, and safe, temporary housing for adult men. All clients are provided shelter services and a continuum of care from JFSA services as the core of their individualized, comprehensive, and wraparound case management plan.

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2018 ALLOCATIONS REPORT Local Partners $17,563,435

National Partners $696,620

Education Services JECC - @Akiva High School Program Fuchs Mizrachi School Fund for the Jewish Future (a) Gross Schechter Day School Hebrew Academy of Cleveland Jewish Education Center of Cleveland Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School Siegal College/Lifelong Learning

$209,173 $539,041 $3,319,819 $458,634 $1,280,519 $1,251,502 $549,425 $276,345

Security Services Jewish Community Security

$485,000

Human Services Bellefaire JCB Cleveland Hillel Foundation Hebrew Shelter Home Hillel at Kent State University Mandel Jewish Community Center Jewish Family Service Association Jewish Federation of Cleveland Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage Menorah Park Montefiore 14 | CASE FOR FEDERATION

$1,130,855 $643,722 $83,711 $228,505 $1,929,635 $2,668,690 $1,480,057 $225,000 $440,235 $363,567

American Jewish Committee Anti-Defamation League BBYO Hadassah Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society Hillel at Miami University Hillel at Ohio University Hillel Foundation for Jewish Campus Life JCC Association Jewish Council for Public Affairs Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA)/70 Faces of Media Jewish War Veterans National Council Supporting Eurasian Jewry Network for Jewish Human Service Agencies

Global Partners $12,204,836

American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) Ethiopian National Project Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) Overseas Connections Committee, Jewish Federation of Cleveland World ORT

(a) Administered by the Jewish Education Center of Cleveland, the fund received $3,319,819 from the 2018 Campaign for Jewish Needs to support educational programs and services at local synagogues, day schools and partner agencies.

Distribution of Funds

for fiscal year July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019

Sources of Funds

In addition to the 2018 Campaign, the Federation received and allocated $1,563,069 from United Way Services, and $320,000 from Prior Year Collections*. Those dollars supplemented allocations to partner agencies to fund unmet community needs.

Total funds allocated after allowances for Campaign costs, collections and centrally administered services were $30,464,891.

JFNA/Overseas $12,204,836 | 40%

TODAH! ‫תודה‬ THANK YOU!

Local Human Services $9,193,977 | 30% Local Education Services $7,884,458 | 26% National Agencies $696,620 | 2% Security $485,000 | 2%

* The JFC Board of Trustees determined “Prior Year Collections” (PYC) would supplement funding for local needs at a declining rate until 2020-21.

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