Program areas at Jewish Federation of Howard County
Social services - social worker, jen, support groups - our local beneficiary agencies and services address the evolving and growing needs of our Jewish community. Caring for the most vulnerable is the hallmark of the Federation. Our social worker provides counseling and services to the most vulnerable in our community. Jewish emergency network (jen) provides emergency cash assistance to Jewish community members in financial crisis.
Pj library & related programming - over 450 families are enrolled in pj library in Howard County where they receive free Jewish books, music, and a monthly e-newsletter to connect them to Jewish life and to other Jewish families. Pj library in Howard County also provided regular programs to bring families together around Jewish culture and traditions.
Overseas partner: jafi - the Jewish Federation of Howard County partners with one overseas partner, the Jewish agency for israel (jafi), which works with Jewish communities abroad to ensure a Jewish future for generations to come. Jafi connects jews with israel, with one another, with their heritage, and with our collective future.
Outreach programming - children, teens, & family: vibrant, innovative programs and services are designed for the enjoyment and enrichment of children from infants to teens to enable the next generation to grow up with a connection to judaism. Adults and seniors: programming is geared for the active community members as a way for empty nesters and seniors to engage with the Jewish community, learn something new, connect with people, and have fun.