JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN ANTONIO

The jewish community relations council (jcrc) 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 jcrc 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, and racial groups professionally with problems involving overt or potential anti-semitism affecting the san antonio jewish community.

The jewish journal is a local publication (digital & print) 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. 3,000 subscribers received the journal during the fiscal year.

The pj library program offers age appropriate books to jewish children and youth every month, along with opportunities to participate in a variety of programs throughout the year. Each month the books are delivered to the home for parents and children to create moments of reading together with the added benefit of jewish learning. The events provide opportunities to meet other jewish families from around san antonio, and these families can form connections that will last a life time. The pj library program hosts events that include celebrations of various jewish and national holidays, as well as partnerships with local synagogues and jewish schools.