Jewish Federation Of The Berkshires Inc

The berkshire jewish voice newspaper unites the community and broadens spiritual, political and cultural understanding through a mix of news, events, opinion and discussion. The federation published 9 editions and distributed approximatly 22,500 copies. The federation also distributed approximately 4,000 copies of the berkshire jewish summer guide, a supplement of the berkshire jewish voice.

The older adult kosher hot meal program provides nutritious meals, companionship and educational stimulation for seniors and the homebound each year. The program includes kosher meals on wheels delivered, in-person community meals and holiday care packages. The federation provided approximately 3,600 meals and 500 care packages for older adults.

The jewish federation provides various other programs and services to the local jewish community including social services, emergency assistance, jewish programming, community relations, the berkshire b'nai tzedek youth foundation, volunteer programs and the women's foundation programs.