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From the President Doris Feinberg

    The way we do business: responding quickly to the greatest needs 
    As Federation president, I have the privilege of observing the many programs we are blessed to support. These moments remind me again and again how vital our work really is. Particularly in the current economic climate, our basic assistance programs are a lifeline for many of our community members. Let me share a few examples with you...more

    Our History

    Shalom! Welcome to the Rhode Island Jewish community. Ours is a rich history, dating back to the year 1658 when the country’s second Jewish community was established in Newport, where Touro Synagogue is the oldest Jewish house of worship in the United States. Affixed to the sanctuary’s rear wall is a letter received by the congregation in 1790 from President George Washington. In it, he promises that the United States Government would give “to bigotry no sanction…to persecution, no assistance.” more

    Building for the Future

    The Jewish community of RI is honoring its storied past as it prepares for a strong and vibrant future.  Read the documents that spell out how we will continue to care for Jews in greater RI, in Israel, and around the world, and develop opportunities for each of us to embrace a Jewish life.  Have a comment or a suggestion?  Email us at Shalom@JFRI.org.
    Consolidated Strategic Plan
    JFRI Realignment Plan

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