A Morning of Joy, Connection & Community
Our Campaign Kickoff Breakfast was filled with joy, meaningful conversation, delicious food, and most importantly a powerful sense of the JFED Western CT community.
The room was alive with energy, and the feedback we received says it best:
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“Glad we made a showing! Nice job today!”
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“The speaker was perfect.”
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“Rabbi Creditor spoke to all of us, despite our different backgrounds. Very impressive.”
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“Mazal tov on a wonderful kickoff campaign breakfast.”
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“Thank you again for the Habonim Award. It means so much to be recognized by our extended congregational families.”
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“This was an A+.”
Coming Together as One
We brought together people from across the region, Waterbury to Danbury, Woodbury to Washington Depot.
Some call their sacred spaces Temple, some Synagogue, and some Shul, but for this morning, we were one community under one roof.
This was the largest turnout for this event in recent memory, and the energy was unmistakable: new interest, new engagement, a new vibe.
Honoring Extraordinary Leaders
We were proud to recognize six leadersno, t of JFED itself, but of their own communities:
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UJC Danbury
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B’nai Israel Danbury
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Yeshiva Ktanah Waterbury
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B’nai Israel Southbury
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The Coalition in Washington Township
These leaders remind us that JFED is only as strong as the partners we work alongside.
Inspiration from Rabbi Menachem Creditor
Keynote speaker Rabbi Menachem Creditor inspired us all with words that transcended background and denomination, reminding us of our shared strength and purpose.
He spoke to the heart of what it means to build community in today’s world, how Jewish life flourishes when we come together, honor our differences, and lean into the values that unite us. His message was both timeless and timely, urging us to see beyond our individual circles and recognize the power we hold when we act collectively.
This day was possible thanks to our incredible team, board, honorees, and YOU, our community!
Your JFED brought friends and supporters together in one place, at one time. This is core to our mission. Thank you for showing up, for celebrating with us, and for making this campaign kickoff unforgettable.