The catastrophic earthquake in Haiti has devastated the lives of millions of people. Tens of thousands of people are estimated to have died. Tens of hundreds of thousands of people have been left in despair with no shelter, and limited food and medical supplies.

Our tradition calls upon us to practice tikkun olam – repairing the world. For the people of Haiti, the time to help is now.

Please consider making a donation to Federation's Haitian Relief Fund. Money that has already been contributed is providing necessary medical supplies and equipment, including infant incubators and orthopedic devices. One hundred percent of your donation -- without expenses or overhead -- will be sent to the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), one of Federation’s overseas partners, which is responding to the crisis with humanitarian aid. Click here to see how JDC and your donations are providing aid and hope to the people of Haiti.

Make your gift now on Federation's website, call 561-478-0700, or send your check, payable to the Haitian Relief Fund, to the Federation office: 4601 Community Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33417.

The Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County helps provide meaningful summer experiences for Jewish youth. Around this time of year, families are making their plans for summer. Especially during these uncertain times, Federation provides families with scholarships and grants that make affordable summer camp experiences for their children – from the JCC’s two Camp Shalom locations to overnight Jewish camps throughout the country. In addition, Federation provides incentive grants and scholarships for Gesher Hai, Federation's teen summer experience in Israel, and subsidizes volunteer teen service in Israel through the Bonim Fellows program.

By providing funding for summer programs, Federation is helping instill and strengthen Jewish identity in our youth.

Together, through Federation’s Annual Campaign and designated gifts, we can make a difference in the lives of so many and continue to provide for a thriving, caring and growing Jewish community.

The last in the Abraham Project's series of events of Jewish/African American issues will be a concert by Joshua Nelson, the prince of Jewish gospel, on March 18. Visit JCCOnline.com for details.

Enjoy an innovative, interactive and musical Torah reading experience with Storahtelling on Saturday, March 20 at Temple Shaarei Shalom in Boynton Beach. The event is free, but reservations are required. Click here for details.