Today, the U.S. House Agriculture Committee released a proposal that would impose severe cuts to SNAP and Medicaid — threatening food access, stripping health coverage, and worsening outcomes for families across the country.
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1 in 6 Texans are experiencing food insecurity.
Behind each statistic is a person – someone facing choices like groceries or rent. As food insecurity rises and drastic SNAP cuts are proposed, we must act together to feed our neighbors.
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Supportive spaces take not only a commitment but representation, and this is showcased perfectly by Rabbi Estes at Congregation Or Ami, who found comfort in his community as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Incoming Alexander JFS President, Carolyn Mintz Kaplan, announces the Linda Rubenfeld Celebration Company Art Enrichment Scholarship and reveals this year’s recipient, Ian Spindler!
🚨🚨🚨Presidents of @Harvard@MIT and @Penn REFUSE to say whether “calling for the genocide of Jews” is bullying and harassment according to their codes of conduct. Even going so far to say it needs to turn to “action” first. As in committing genocide.
THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE AND ANTISEMITIC. They must all resign immediately today.
At today’s hearing, Harvard’s President shamefully refused to say whether the calling for the mass violence and genocide of the Jewish people is considered harassment or bullying according to Harvard’s own code of conduct.
Claudine Gay should resign immediately.
"Honoring the past to inspire our future!"
Earlier today, the Alexander JFS staff visited the Holocaust Museum Houston. This educational and inspiring visit was a great way to kick off our annual staff Spirit Week!
This Celebration Company West location benefits from an exciting collaboration with the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC .
Located on the J’s West Houston campus, this new location means our Celebration Company employees now have a closer and more accessible place to work.
Rabbi Gideon Estes and Rabbi Masri ceremoniously hangs the mezuzah on the doors of our brand-new Celebration Company West location. As the mezuzot grace the doorways, we are reminded of the rich tapestry of faith and community that binds us together.
So exciting to announce the opening of Joan and Stanford Alexander Celebration Company West right here in the heart of Houston’s West side! This new location benefits from an exciting collaboration with the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center.
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Did you catch the interview featuring David Harris and Sashi Nisankarao on KPRC 2 News Today?
They shared all about the exciting "David Harris Presents" event held on Thursday, Sept. 7 at MATCH Houston.
Stream the full interview below!
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