Honor Jewish Federation Centennial

Senate Resolution No. 3565 BY: Senator DEFRANCISCO COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Central New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize those organizations within our midst, which have demonstrated consistent excellence while bringing pride and enjoyment to the citizens of our great State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Central New York; and WHEREAS, The Jewish Federation of Central New York is a comprehensive communal organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing Jewish life throughout Central New York; and WHEREAS, Established in 1918, the Jewish Federation of Central New York strives to build community and ensure the continuity of Jewish life by encouraging the participation of all Jewish residents in activities offered by the Federation's family of agencies, area synagogues and other Jewish organizations and institutions; and WHEREAS, Under the leadership of President/CEO Michael Balanoff, the Jewish Federation of Central New York is a 501 (c) 3 organization, where philanthropy, volunteerism and commitment come together to help make a difference on the local, state and national levels; and WHEREAS, Each year, funds raised by the Jewish Federation of Central New York are allocated to local beneficiary agencies to support the services and programs that they provide to members of the Greater Syracuse community; additionally, there are national, Israeli and global Jewish needs that also can be addressed each year through such funds; and WHEREAS, On Super Sunday, an annual event often held in January, more than 100 volunteers through the Jewish Federation of Central New York reach out to local families to speak with them about their pledge to the Annual Campaign; and WHEREAS, The Jewish Federation of Central New York is a member of the Jewish Federation of North America (JFNA), which represents 157 Jewish Federations and 400 independent communities across North American, raising and distributing more than $3 billion annually for social welfare, social services and educational needs; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Central New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Michael Balanoff, President/CEO, Jewish Federation of Central New York.