Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis is the central philanthropic, planning, and community relations organization of the Jewish community.[1][2] The Federation and its agencies function to promote the general welfare of the Jewish community and to ensure the creative survival and continuity of the Jewish people.
The Federation creates social, community service, and outreach programs for young Indianapolis Jews ages 25 to 45 through its Young Leadership Division. According to the United States Census, more than 12,000 people identify themselves as Jewish in Indianapolis. In 2005, the Federation's annual campaign raised $5 million toward programs and services in Indianapolis, in Israel and worldwide. About 65 percent of the funds are allocated to local and regional programs and services. About 31 percent of the funds are allocated to Israel and overseas programming, while the remaining 4 percent is for administrative costs and scholarships.
The Federation is in the same building as the Jewish Community Center and the Bureau of Jewish Education. The Federation works closely with the Hasten Hebrew Academy of Indianapolis and the five local synagogues.
