When my husband Jeff and I chose to raise our family in Greater MetroWest, it was because of the richness of Jewish life here—synagogues, day schools, JCCs, and countless ways to connect and give back. I often say that I’m investing in this community not just for our children, but for the hope that our future grandchildren will want to call it home, too.
My family has always been my why. And building a vibrant Jewish community through our Annual Campaign is my how.
Thanks to our community’s generosity, we raised $22.2 million+ for the 2025 UJA Annual Campaign. I’m so grateful to each of you who made this extraordinary achievement possible.
Here’s what we accomplished this year:
- $22.2 million+ raised for our 2025 UJA Annual Campaign, allowing us to respond immediately to urgent needs, near and far.
- $12.1 million+ in targeted gifts to support Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ programs, partner agencies, and other Jewish organizations thanks to the generosity of our donors and Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) fundholders.
- $65 million in collective impact, thanks to additional grants from JCF fundholders supporting local synagogues and Jewish agencies locally, in Israel, and around the world to increase security and strengthen Jewish life.
As I pass the baton to Brett Tanzman, our 2026 Annual Campaign Chair, I feel proud, hopeful, and inspired. We’re going from strength to strength, and from one generation to the next. My hope is that we continue to build these necessary funds to make an even greater impact next year.
Thank you for helping us meet the moment through your giving and for building our Jewish future together.