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- EIN 74-1109662
- (210) 302-6960
- 12500 Nw Military Hwy Ste 200 San Antonio TX 78231-1868 USA
- jfsatx.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Federated Giving Programs, Philanthropy
Mission: The jewish federation of san antonio is the coordinating and convening body dedicated to building jewish community, nurturing the quality of jewish life, and securing a favorable jewish future in san antonio, israel and worldwide inspired by jewish religious teachings. The jewish federation of san antonio embodies a primary commitment to klal yisrael (the responsibility of each jew for another), to tzedakah (justice, charity, and righteousness), to tikkun olam (the process of repairing the world), and to the centrality of israel to the jewish people. In partnership with other jewish institutions, the federation promotes the advancement of jewish learning and culture and seeks to perpetuate the values, practices and religious traditions that enrich jewish life.
Programs: Grants and allocations issued to other nonprofit organizations. Issuance of summer youth camperships, scholarships to non public high schools and largely the issuance of educational scholarships to secondary institutions of learning to provide tuition assistance to specific enrolled students based on their academic performance and financial need.
holocaust program educates and promotes a greater understanding of the extermination of jews and other ethnicities leading up to world war ii. Its main tool to meet its mission is "the holocaust memorial of san antonio. " the holocaust memorial of san antonio honors the memory of the jews whose lives were consumed in the wave of nazi hatred and violence that engulfed europe from 1933-1945 through its exhibits and educational services which explore issues of bigotry, racism and indifference. The memorial and outreach programs are dedicated to create a more just society that recognizes the inherent value of every individual and celebrates the common humanity of all people.
the community relations council (crc) of the jewish federation of san antonio shall inform the jewish and non-jewish community on matters, problems and events which are regarded as significantly affecting the local jewish community, and shall mobilize action on such matters when appropriate. The crc shall interpret the position and needs of the jewish people throughout the world for the san antonio community, and shall foster amicable relationships with and between other religious, ethnic, racial groups professionally with problems involving overt or potential anti-semitism affecting the san antonio jewish community.
jewish journal is a local publication of international, national and local news related to events impacting judaism and the jewish community. It serves as a tool of communication to inform and create a greater understanding of current and past issues facing judaism and the local, national and international jewish community. Leadership programs are designed to develop and instill qualities in jewish youth and adults as a means to promote personal growth which will allow individuals to aspire to leadership positions and function as advocates for jews and judaism locally, nationally and internationally.