ANNUAL MEETING
The Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Annual Meeting serves as our most comprehensive community-wide update about our work, our Board of Directors, and our Annual Campaign.
Overview
As both a formal board meeting and a community-wide gathering, the event provides a unique opportunity to gain insight into the Federation’s priorities and ongoing efforts to strengthen Jewish life in Milwaukee, in Israel, and around the world.
Details
What is the Annual Meeting?
Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Annual Meeting provides a comprehensive update on the past year’s impact and the organization’s strategic direction. The program highlights efforts to strengthen Jewish life locally, in Israel, and worldwide, features stories from partner agencies, and honors families recognized in the Jewish Community Foundation’s Book of Life for their legacy commitments.
Who should attend?
Community members, donors, partners, and anyone interested in Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s work, leadership, and future priorities are encouraged to attend.
What can I expect at the meeting?
A focused program featuring organizational updates, leadership insights, partner agency stories, and recognition of legacy donors in a setting that blends formal governance with community connection, where Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Board of Directors is certified annually.
2026 Annual Meeting
Learn more about the 2026 Annual Meeting held at the Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center.
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- Judy Coran
- Board Chair
Miryam Rosenzweig has been President and CEO of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation since 2019. She is proud to be a convener of community in a place with a tradition of leadership, philanthropy, and a commitment to taking care of the needs of the Jewish people and building a vibrant Jewish future in Milwaukee, in Israel and around the world.
During her tenure, Miryam has led the Federation through a period of growth, stability, and increased impact, navigating unprecedented challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, a sharp rise in antisemitism, heightened security threats, and the communal impact following October 7. Under her leadership, the organization has expanded its capacity to respond to emerging needs while maintaining strong financial stewardship and long-term strategic focus.
Miryam is a visible and trusted voice of the Milwaukee Jewish community, locally and statewide. She regularly engages with civic leaders and media, providing guidance and public leadership in response to antisemitism and threats to Jewish life. She has overseen the creation of a new department dedicated to addressing antisemitism in K-12 settings and strengthening Jewish identity education. She has also led efforts to diversify and grow revenue streams, strengthen the Annual Campaign, and secure federal, state, and national foundation funding, ensuring the long-term health of Federation assets.
Miryam has spent her entire career as a Jewish communal professional at the local, national, and international levels. Prior to her role in Milwaukee, she served as Chief Development Officer at the Jewish Federation of Detroit, where she led the Philanthropic Advancement team. Earlier, she was Head of Development Initiatives at World ORT, responsible for global NEXTGen strategy, and Associate Director of National Young Leadership at Jewish Federations of North America, where she oversaw national leadership programs, missions, and conferences.
Miryam holds a BA in Fine Arts and Psychology and an MSW from Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She is a citizen of the United States, Canada, and Israel. She previously lived in New York and Detroit and currently resides in Milwaukee with her husband, Matthew Burchi, and their dog, Roxie Tikvah.
