Leadership Corner

JFGI Leadership shares its thoughts about a range of topics from Jewish camping to our Jewish community to Israel and more.

Weathering the Storm Together: A Recipe for Strength

In Genesis 32:25 Jacob wrestles with an Angel and in this story of struggle, we gain our name, Israel.
As I reflect upon the last several months, I think about the struggle of Jacob, and the strength that came from that pivotal moment in Jacob’s life. Jacob prevailed and because of his str…

No Matter the Social Distance, We Are Here For You

I had a completely different article that I was going to write for this magazine. It was going to be about how we are entering into summer and sharing our plans for all of the great programming we have in store. However, in times of  pandemic, quarantine, and social distancing, my letter no…

We are Stronger Together

Shalom Chaverim (Dear Friends),

 

On this Shabbat, our message to you is that WE ARE HERE for you. JFGI will continue to create a vibrant, engaged, inclusive, and sustainable Jewish community, while responding to and addressing the evolving needs of our community’s members. This has bee…

Building Our Community Through Partnerships

I want to thank each of you for your generous support to our Annual Campaign. Because of your donations, we were able to successfully surpass our campaign goal by raising more than $4 million. These are much-needed funds that touch the lives of more than 2,000 individuals each day in Indiana…

2020: A New Decade of Possibilities

I can’t believe it is already 2020. We are entering this New Year very strong after surpassing our 2019 Annual Campaign goal – the first time we have reached and exceeded $4M in nearly a decade! Thank you to all our 2019 Annual Campaign donors! More on our Annual Campaign can be found on…