Annual Campaign

As One, you are helping tackle the most important issues of the day. Today. Tomorrow. Always.

Together with you, as one, we will continue to invest in keeping our community safe and vibrant, while we remain steadfast in our support of our brothers and sisters in Israel as they continue to heal and rebuild. We will draw strength and inspiration from their stories of courage and resilience in the face of tragedy, and we will use that to create a stronger community.

As One, we will continue to educate and advocate against the sharp rise in antisemitism, and we will work to ensure our schools, synagogues and all Jewish spaces are safe, nurturing places. And, with your continued financial support of our Annual Campaign, we can ensure our partner agencies have the resources needed to offer programs such as providing Kosher meals to low-income seniors, making sure our kids have access to enriching Jewish summer camp experiences, and our college students can gather safely together at supportive Hillel programs during these challenging times on campus.

As One, we will keep the stories of Holocaust survivors alive and provide them with the care and support they deserve through critical programs like the Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center (HERC) and the Israel Center. We will showcase local and global Jewish culture, history, art and stories at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee. We will confront the insidious rise of antisemitism and stand up to hatred and bigotry in all its forms using vital Federation resources such as the Jewish Community Relations Council’s Incident Reporting Toolkit and Annual Audit of Antisemitism.

As One, and through our Jewish Community Relations Council, we will continue to invest in community education programs that work to bridge cultures in Wisconsin’s public schools, and advocate for policies that promote peace and understanding. And through our educational programming and international partners we will fight for Israel’s security and protect its right to exist as a democratic Jewish State.

As One, we will also continue to be a source of hope and compassion for all members of our community. Your gift today ensures we’re there for our community when they need us most. Together, we will continue to care for and support those struggling with mental health challenges, facing food insecurity or lacking access to healthcare. We work to ensure that everyone in our community feels seen, heard, and valued — and we do this with your generous financial support.

As One, we will continue to support sanctuaries of learning and joy in synagogues, schools, and community centers across Wisconsin where Jewish life can flourish. We will keep fostering inclusive and welcoming spaces where our differences are celebrated, and everyone feels a sense of pride and belonging in their Jewish identity.

Here are a few examples of the work you make possible through MJF and our local, national, and overseas partners.