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    Next Gen's Friendraising Initiative

    Next Gen is raising support and funds from friends and family through their 2010 Friendraising Campaign. Find out more and support their efforts at my.dcfederation.org.

    Be sure to check out Next Gen Co-Chair Kevin Fishkind's Friendraising video. For more information or to set up your own page, email nextgen@shalomdc.org.


    The Wandering Jew

    Follow the JTA's Ben Harris as he treks
    across North America and Europe in order
    to discover stories of Jewish expression.
    Read his blog and watch his video as his
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    House Votes to Extend IRA Charitable  Rollover Provisions

    Legislation approved by the U.S. House
    of Representatives December 9 would ensure
    individuals could continue to make charitable contributions from their retirement accounts
    tax-free through the end of 2010, says a leading philanthropic organization.

    Specifically, the House approved legislation
    that would allow individuals 70 ½ and older to transfer tax-free up to $100,000 per year from their Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to a qualified charity.   
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    Federation Awarded 4 Stars by
    Charity Navigator

    We are proud to announce The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington has earned Charity Navigator's second consecutive 4-star rating for its ability to efficiently manage its finances.
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