The Jewish Federation and Jewish Foundation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee is sending a small delegation to Poland May 2-8. Eric Stillman, CEO of The Jewish Federation says, “This delegation representing our Jewish Federation will participate in a hands-on opportu…

Rabbi Mark Schiftan, The Temple’s senior rabbi, and currently one of the longest serving rabbis in Nashville, is set to retire from his post at the end of the month. His career spans more than three decades, during which time he has been instrumental in the growth of…

Part of the fabric of Jewish life is the deep connection to and relationship with music. In addition to Jewish liturgy, Jews have contributed to the popular and classical music traditions. Cantor Tracy Fishbein of The Temple will share that legacy i…

Assistant District Attorney Sarah Butler will discuss her work prosecuting human trafficking cases at the Women’s Passover Experience.  

The traditional Passover story recounts the journey of the Israelites from bondage in Egypt to their ev…

The newly installed Alertus Beacon at The Temple is part of an improved emergency alert and preparedness system in Nashville’s Jewish community. 

When it comes to responding to natural disasters and security threats, planning is key. According to the Federal Emerge…

Nashville’s Jewish community, in partnership with The Jewish Federation and Jewish Foundation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee, and Jewish Family Service of Middle Tennessee, is bringing together dozens of volunteers to aid and support Afghan ally families arriving in Middle Tennessee. A…

“Despite vows of ‘Never Again,’ antisemitism still rears its head.” Those are the words of Leslie Kirby, Vice President of The Jewish Federation and Jewish Foundation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee and Chair of the Task Force on Israel and Domestic Antisemitism. She made them on …

Liz and Gabe Rutan-Ram always planned to build their family through adoption. The Knoxville couple, who is Jewish, say they also decided to work through the foster care system rather than use private channels, and now their dream is being deferred by what they say is a discriminatory state …

Sara Viturri shares her story as a victim of terror during the 2022 Mission Possible. 

The Jewish Federation and Jewish Foundation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee once again took flight to showcase the Federation’s work supporting the Jewish communities this year…

Rabbi Michael Danziger, pictured with his wife and children, will become the next Senior Rabbi of The Temple 

The Temple, Nashville’s oldest and largest Reform congregation, is marching proudly into the future with the hiring of Rabbi Michael Danziger as it…

Although the past two years have presented many challenges, Nashville’s Jewish community continues to both grow in numbers and to expand its reach. On Sunday, April 3rd, The Jewish Federation and Jewish Foundation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee is hosting a Jewish Community World’s F…

Frances and George Hahn conceived the project honoring Children of the Shoah, to commemorate George’s 90th birthday

Sculptor Theresa Dyer pictured with the finished piece. 

Six million is a number most peop…

Author David Wyley Long to speak about his book as part of Jewish Family Service’s Mental Health Matters program.  

According to Jewish Family Service Clinical Director, Toni Jacobsen, there has been an increase in anxiety and depression br…

Each year Jewish teens in Nashville gain some real-world experience in philanthropic giving through the B’nai Tzedek program. Youth between the ages of 13 and 18 come together in an event designed to help them explore their values and interests, as well …

Last month on a normal Shabbat morning in Colleysville, Texas, a stranger walked into the Beth Israel synagogue ostensibly looking for something to eat. Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker, the congregation’s spiritual leader, welcomed the stranger and even offered to make him some tea. As…