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20 Apr 2026

From Narrow Places to Open Spaces: Passover 2026

This video is part of a 2026 Passover testimonial series presented by NECHAMA, a Jewish disaster response organization. Titled "From Narrow Places to Open Spaces," the series features insights from the organization’s founder, Steve Lear, alongside frequent volunteers. Through these testimonials, the video explores the journey from hardship to recovery, drawing parallels between the Passover story and the modern-day mission of providing relief to those impacted by disasters.
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Combating Antisemitism
17 Apr 2026

Yom HaShoah Commemoration 2026

The Yom HaShoah Commemoration 2026 brought together community leaders, including a message from Governor Josh Stein and Dr. Donald Sloan, to honor Holocaust victims and survivors through prayer and personal testimony. Co-hosted by NECHAMA and the Henderson County Social Justice Network, the event provided a dedicated space for reflection on the historical impact of the Shoah and the resilience of those who escaped.
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17 Apr 2026

A Meaningful Legacy Gift that will Help Strengthen NECHAMA’s Future

The estate of Miriam Segall has made a $100,000 legacy gift to NECHAMA, ensuring the organization’s mission of disaster recovery continues to thrive through the Jewish values of tzedakah and l’dor v’dor.
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17 Apr 2026

NECHAMA Receives $500,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to Support Capacity Building

NECHAMA has been awarded a $500,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to launch a major capacity-building initiative aimed at doubling its operational scale and expanding its disaster recovery impact.
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Jewish Education & Engagement
13 Mar 2026

Parshat Vayakhel and Pekudei: Inspiration and Discipline

Torah Tidbits with Rabbi Scott Klein: This week’s Torah portion is a combination of two sections, Vayakhel (meaning "and he assembled") and Pekudei (meaning "accountings")....
Weekly Torah Portions highlights
Jewish Education & Engagement
27 Feb 2026

Parshat Tetzaveh: For Honor And For Beauty

Torah Tidbits with NECHAMA, featuring Rabbi Scott Klein: In Parshat Tetzaveh , the Torah describes the priestly garments as being for l’chavod u’ltifaret —for honor...
Weekly Torah Portions highlights
Jewish Education & Engagement
30 Jan 2026

Parshat Beshalach: The First Step Into The Waters

Shabbat Shalom! As we strive to connect our values with the timeless wisdom of our tradition, we are excited to begin sharing more frequent reflections...
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13 Jan 2026

We Stand in Solidarity with Congregation Beth Israel and the Jackson Jewish Community

We at NECHAMA – Jewish Response to Disaster are horrified and heartbroken by Saturday’s arson at Congregation Beth Israel in Jackson, Mississippi, the state’s largest...
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