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Weisman family
Did you miss Comedy Night, and the tribute to Arleen & Lee Weisman? Here's some photos! more
Georgia map
Crisis in Georgia
Click here for more information about the conflict and about Federation's humanitarian help for Georgia. more
Contemporary Art from Israel

EXTENDED THROUGH AUGUST 28!
Last chance to view the exhibit. All art is for sale, with a portion benefiting Federation. Bring your friends! more

65% of goalHelp us build a better community
There is a direct correlation between the amount that you pledge and the number of people that we can help.
July 2008: $800,000 pledged – 67% of $1.2 million goal
You have the power to transform lives and build a better community for all. Click here to make your safe online donation or mail your check to us. Thank you for living generously.

Maria Segal & Wanda Hadrysiak
Righteous Among the Nations Award
Maria Segal is a Holocaust survivor featured in our Portraits of Survival exhibit. Her rescuer, Wanda Hadrysiak was recognized as Righteous Among the Nations in Bydgoszcz, Poland. more

This Week At Your JCC
Aug 18-24  Click each link for more info
Tuesday: Schmooze Room, Sit & Stretch, Growing Through the Change
Wednesday: T'ai Chi Chih
Thursday: Portraits Survivor group, The Joy of Sudoku, Anyone For Bridge?, Teen Comedy Club
All week: Guitar Lessons, Sea, Sand Sky Art at the JCC
We hope to see you!

Remember Federation in Your Will
Experience Israel
Experience Israel with Federation! November 10-20, 2008
Gain a new appreciation of Israel, and connect to the land, to the people, and to each other in a way you never have before! Get ready for the trip of a lifetime. read more

Volunteer Locally

Volunteering allows caring people to have a positive impact on others through service, while reaping the personal rewards of giving. Our volunteer opportunities vary and we welcome you! Contact Harriet Marx, Coordinator of Volunteers, 957-1116 x 113. Click to find out more
Local Police Tour Portraits of Survival
Portraits of Survival is hosting the Santa Barbara Police Department, in an effort spearheaded by Police Chief Cam Sanchez. The police learned how the exhibit is used to reach alienated young people in our community who unfortunately share with Holocaust survivors experiences of discrimination, family disruption, and challenges of immigration. more
Scholarships
Scholarships - Did You Know?
Jewish Federation awards scholarships to community members for Jewish camp and Israel educational experiences for those who otherwise might not be able to participate in these important Jewish experiences. For information and an application please email Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson.

What Federations Do animation

What Federations Do
Enjoy this great animation to learn more about Federation.
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