federation
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| federation | (feh-der-RAE-shin) | listen |
Definitions
n. A local Jewish philanthropy which raises and distributes funds for social welfare, social services and educational needs in local communities and overseas, especially Israel.
Example Sentences
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"Over 100 volunteers show up each year to help raise money for the Jewish Federation's annual campaign." (source)
Languages of Origin
- English
Who Uses This
- Organizations: People involved in a professional or volunteer capacity with Jewish nonprofit organizations
Regions
- North America
- Great Britain
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