JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER TOLEDO

Department of jewish programs provides jewish programs, events and opportunities for the jewish community of toledo from birth and beyond. Seeks to engage jewish families in order to enhance their jewish life and values through programming which includes sending over 1,500+ books to 120+ children through the pj library program, over 75 hours of family engagement brought 300+ participants together through playdates as well as music, tumbling, art, cultural, and holiday-based programming, lighting the way for jewish families to connect and grow. 25+ future jewish leaders from bbyo participated in local, regional, and international programs, strengthening their jewish identity and building connections that will shine for years to come. Investing over $79,000 in sending 44 children to overnight jewish camp through the emoji program, spotlighting 5 jewish authors at the jewish book festival, other jewish holiday celebrations, 12+ hours of jewish cinema illuminated stories and sparked meaningful conversation, and more. The local community conducts an annual fundraising campaign in conjunction with funding from the long-term resource development in the toledo jewish community foundation in order to carry out these needs.

Jewish education - gan yeladim preschool:a hebrew preschool from 2 to 5 years attended by multiple students each year. The preschool provides an interactive learning environment rich in educational materials, rewarding experiences and meaningful communication.

Cemetery & perpetual care:the toledo jewish community cemetery association operates two cemeteries. One cemetery is located at eagle point in rossford, ohio and the other cemetery is located at beth shalom cemetery in oregon, ohio. We had 24 burials in 2024. The care of our cemeteries is due to the efforts by committed volunteers that serve along with the employees.