Archive: 2022


Experiences Abroad Reinforce Our Feelings of Connection and Peoplehood

Written by jewishinsd, July 29, 2022

From the desk of Heidi Gantwerk

Friends,  I recently returned from a restorative, fascinating, and scenic trip to Northern Italy. I consider myself extremely lucky to have opportunities to travel abroad, and this summer I am […]


Sharing the real Israel, filled with beauty and complexity

Written by jewishinsd, July 18, 2022

From the desk of Heidi Gantwerk

Dear Friends, Today, Federation joined with other local Jewish community leaders and our friends in Sha’ar HaNegev to publish multiple op-eds in the Union Tribune to help people better understand […]


San Diego Jewish Communal Leaders Response to Roe v. Wade

Written by jewishinsd, July 18, 2022

From the desk of Heidi Gantwerk

Dear Friends,  Jewish Federation of San Diego County believes in klal ysrael, Jewish peoplehood, and every day we appreciate the diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, and practices in our community.  We […]


End of Year Message- Our Campaign Closes Today

Written by jewishinsd, July 18, 2022

Dear Friends,  It is hard to believe that I am about to finish my first year as Board Chair of our Jewish Federation. And what a year it has been; […]


Opinion: Sha’ar HaNegev is San Diego’s sister city in Israel. Life here is 95% heaven, 5% hell.

San Diego Union Tribune, July 12, 2022

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