The Jewish Federation community has time and again shown how we as a people rise to so many occasions.  We live generously, we groom future leaders, we invest in our children, we demand justice for people who cannot advocate for themselves, we fund programs and services and emergency responses, and by our example we create a spirit of giving and hope that other communities only pray they can emulate.  You are part of this generous, pluralistic, and big-hearted community that does so good.