Federation of Jewish Communities of the CIS

Founded in 1998, Federation of Jewish Communities of the CIS is a faith-based organisation based in New York City, United States working on religion & faith, humanitarian aid & disaster relief, education +2 more.

The Federation of Jewish Communities of the CIS is a non-profit organisation established in November 1998 to revive Jewish communities in the former Soviet Union. It acts as an umbrella organisation for communities, rabbis and institutions across the region. Its work covers humanitarian aid, Jewish education, cultural events, religious services, and the development of Jewish communities and institutions. It also maintains programmes for children, youth and seniors, and represents member interests internationally and in government forums. The organisation is headquartered in New York City, with an office in Jerusalem.