Community News

The Jewish Community Foundation is currently accepting scholarship applications for teen and young adult Jewish summer programming. Three different JCF funds offer support.

Jewish Federation of Kansas City is kicking off another year of Jewish professionals programming.

Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA) has announced Rabbi Sarit Horwitz as the second alumni panelist for its spring celebration, “A Night of Mensches & Memories,” taking place Sunday, March 1, 2026.

Legislation was pre-filed on Dec. 29 that would protect houses of worship in Missouri by providing comprehensive security measures. State Rep. Ray Reed, D-Brentwood, introduced the Missouri Safer Communities Act (HB 2519) in part to address an alarming increase in hate crimes and acts of antisemitism.

Registration is open for The J Indoor Adult Coed Soccer League, a recreational league for players of all levels.

Jewish Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy will host Knead a Night Out, a challah braiding and candle painting event, to kick off 2026.

KC Torah MiTzion Community Kollel will hold multiple events in the coming weeks for community members ranging from children and teenagers to adults.

Jewish Unforgettable Ladies Interested in Eating Together (JULIETs) will host Rabbi Moti Rieber and Sagi Rudnick for a discussion about Kansas Interfaith Action (KIFA), a statewide advocacy organization.

Strangers No More, an interfaith women’s group founded after the shootings at the Jewish Community Campus and Village Shalom in 2014, has announced plans for its winter 2026 series.