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Gov. Lamont Announces Launch of Website for CT Hate Crimes Advisory Council

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced the launch of a website for the recently formed Connecticut Hate Crimes Advisory Council. Located at portal.ct.gov/hatecrimes, the website provides state residents with information regarding the group, which was created as a result of le…

Women's Philanthropy Why I Give

HEAR FROM ROBYN TEPLITZKY ON WHY SHE "LIONS" "I believe the most important mission of the Jewish Federation is about being a part of the collective world-wide Jewish community. I have personally dedicated my life to this mission. As a professional and a donor, the Federation has inspired me …

Hunting the Truth

If you’re looking for a great escape from the dark and cold days of winter, your search is over. All you have to do is snuggle up under a comfy blanket, pour yourself a cup of hot something…and bury yourself in a good book. Of course, everyone’s got their own idea of what constitutes a…

“Lion of Judah” founder Norma Wilson was a woman’s philanthropy visionary

Norma Kipnis-Wilson, women’s philanthropy visionary and co-founder of Jewish Federations of North America’s (JFNA) innovative Lion of Judah program, died of lung cancer Wednesday, Dec. 15 in Aventura, Florida. She was 93. 

In 1970, when JFNA’s Jewish Women’s Philanthropy was still …

The incredible power of newborn stem cells

Recommended #1 by families and OB/GYNs, Cord Blood Registry® (CBR®) is the world’s largest and most experienced newborn stem cell company. As part of our commitment to advancing the clinical applications of newborn stem cells, we have helped over 600 families use their cord blood samples…

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