Federation Programs Directory

The Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater El Paso is the central umbrella agency for all the Jewish organizations, agencies and religious institutions in El Paso.  The goals of the JCRC are formed by Jewish values and pursued in a non-partisan manner.

Learn about the JCRC's mission and work here.

The Jewish Federation provides unique Jewish learning and cultural experiences in areas not offered by other institutions. IJE's goal is to have an ever-increasing number of Jewish El Pasoans of all ages participate, affiliated or not.

Cheryl Gordon, Director of Community Programs
405 Wallenberg Dr.
El Paso, TX 79912
915-584-4437 x. 14
jfed5@elpbizclass.com

> Learn more about Informal Jewish Experiences here.

> View upcoming Informal Jewish Experiences events here.

JCC Programs

The JCC committee of the Jewish Federation of El Paso launched new programs in January 2011 in response to individual requests and responses from a recent survey. If you would like to offer a special interest group or can teach a class, please contact Les Lieberman [832-0299].

We will be using the newly renovated space that was formerly the Holocaust Museum of El Paso. The materials and labor for the renovation were generously donated by the Wechter families.

JCC Preschool

The JCC Preschool offers a loving and safe environment, and provides freedom to explore, discover and create. With Judaics as a core part of the program, children develop a positive identification with Jewish culture and values.

View the JCC Preschool calendar and policies here.

The Jewish Federation of El Paso participates in the The PJ Library program, which gives 70 local preschool children beautifully bound and illustrated Jewish children’s books or DVDs each month for twelve months. These will be theirs to use and treasure for years to come and give them the chance to enjoy Jewish melodies and stories.

The Federation is seeking to expand The PJ Library by asking the general community to help us identify more eligible children, at no cost to the families. Each child, six months through six years old, who is enrolled will receive a monthly gift of a Jewish book or CD absolutely free*.

Learn more about our PJ Library program and sign up your child here.

The Send-A-Kid-To-Israel Program is part of the Jewish Education of El Paso youngsters.  Through joint partnership in a savings plan, students who participate in the program for the full seven years (grandes 3 through 9) will have $4,200 available, plus interest, to meet the cost of an Israel trip during high school.

• Give Your Child the Gift of Israel
• About SKIP
• What's it All About?
• The Plan
• Eligibilty
• Suspension or Withdrawal of Contributions
• Frequently Asked Questions
• How to Enroll

CLAL is the El Paso Jewish community's leadership program. CLAL members can view past newsletters here.

The Jewish Voice of El Paso, published ten times a year, is dedicated to informing, educating, and uniting the Jewish community by providing news items of local, national, Israeli and international concern.

View the most recent issue here

The Young Adult Division (YAD) offers individuals between the ages of 22 and 40-ish an opportunity to be involved in their Jewish community. Through varied year-round programming, young adults come together to learn about their Jewish community through social and educational programs and opportunities for tzedakah.

YAD will make you feel at home—whether you're an El Paso native or new to the area. Meet new people and expand your professional network—volunteer with your peers! For more information, e-mail  jfed5@elpbizclass.com.

Download the Bea Weisz Scholarship Application here.