On Sunday, February 5th, we will come together in spirit and in action as one community to make the world a better place. Please answer our phone call, and make a generous donation to the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation's Annual Campaign. The difficult economic times we now face have placed an unprecedented strain on resources. Many families and seniors are hurting. Although you may not see the need each day, it is real and urgent. By making a generous gift now or on Super Sunday, you will help to ensure that the CUJF has the critical funding needed as 2012 begins.

Your support of Federation helps support a Jewish education for the children of our community, fight poverty, rescue and resettle Jewish immigrants, and strengthen Jewish life locally and abroad.

If you prefer not to wait for our call, you can donate online
or send your donation to
Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation
503 East John Street
Champaign, IL 61820

CHAI
CUJF Seniors Program
invites you to

The Jewish Sages on Psychology:
Understanding “Avot”
 
Presented by
Dr. William Berkson
Wednesday, February 8, 1 pm
Davis Chapel, Sinai Temple
3104 W. Windsor Rd., Champaign
Complete information about presentation
No charge; Dessert included
Bring your friends!

RSVP by Friday, February 3rd by contacting the CUJF office,
 367-9872 or cujf@shalomcu.org

Community and CUJF board member Dov Cohen has study published in NYT

Blacks Face Bias in Bankruptcy, Study Suggests

"The study of racial differences in bankruptcy filings was written by Robert M. Lawless, a bankruptcy expert and law professor, and Dov Cohen, a psychology professor, both with the University of Illinois; and Jean Braucher, a law professor at the University of Arizona.

A survey conducted as part of their research found that bankruptcy lawyers were much more likely to steer black debtors into a Chapter 13 than white filers even when they had identical financial situations. The lawyers, the survey found, were also more likely to view blacks as having “good values” when they expressed a preference for Chapter 13."

Tu Bishvat is Coming!
Tu Bishvat, the “New Year for the Trees”, has been celebrated for hundreds of years on the 15th of Shevat. On the holiday, this year on February 8th, it’s traditional to eat the fruits of trees like those found in Israel: almonds, dates, figs, raisins, and carob. In fact, it’s considered a mitzvah to eat these sweet, juicy treats and recite the blessings. Find out more on our Tu Bishvat page

Photo Gallery of the 2011 Annual Dinner
Visit our photo gallery page to see pictures of the 2011 Annual Dinner and other CUJF events.

From The Website Development Team

If you notice any content that is not correct or links that are not working please let us know.  If you would like to suggest content for the website, we want to hear from you!  This is your website and your feedback is welcome and appreciated.  Contact us at cujf@shalomcu.org