Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Office: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Office
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Service area
- 533 ZIP codes (JFNA)
- Revenue (FY2025)
- $79.7M
- Upcoming events
- 39
What's coming up
From Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's own calendar at jewishpgh.org/events, read Oct 7, 2026 (we check it daily). We show what it publishes in a format we can read, so the full calendar may have more. All Jewish events in Pittsburgh →
- Today
October 7 Commemoration
From Memory to Hope
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- Today
Online
Verdict at Nuremberg
4-Session Virtual Series: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Sept. 30 to Oct. 28. Note: No class on Oct. 21.
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- Today
Haben Yakir Li – October 7th Documentary
Bnei Akiva of Pittsburgh will host a special showing of the documentary Haben Yakir Li.
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- Tomorrow
Online
A Practical Discussion on Physical Security Improvements
Ask the Security Experts Join Secure Community Network for an interactive conversation about today’s most important physical security challenges. Hear practical recommendations from a nationally recognized security…
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- Tomorrow
Guided Tour of the French Moderns at the Frick
Join Women's Philanthropy for a viewing of the French Moderns exhibit including the works of Matisse, Renoir and Degas.
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- Tomorrow
Federation Board Kickoff
Board kickoff.
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- Tomorrow
Families
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part A
Learn more about the dangers our kids are facing each and every day from the experts.
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- This week
Light Candles at: 6:31 PM
Parshat Bereishit, Light Candles at: 6:31 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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- This week
Shabbat Ends: 7:28 PM
Parshat Bereishit, Shabbat Ends: 7:28 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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- This week
YAD Outdoors Club – Apple Picking at Soergel Orchards
Join YAD Outdoors at Soergel Orchards to pick apples and enjoy fall festivities!
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- This week
Corazones Unidos: Mission to Mexico City
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh for an unforgettable journey through one of the most dynamic Jewish communities in the world.
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- This week
Online
Ketuvim
25-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 9:30-10:30 AM, Sep. 28, 2026 to May 24, 2027. Note: No classes on Dec. 7, 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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- This week
Between Heaven & Eart: Visions from My Mind’s Eye
Reception for featured art exhibit
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- This week
Curious Conversations: Navigating Political Differences
Please join Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh and YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh as we gather for interfaith dialogue.
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- This week
Online
Contemporary Jewish Ethics
20-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 5, 2026 to May 3, 2027. Note: No classes on Nov. 9, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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- This week
Book Talk: “The Last Free Women: A Daring Escape from Afghanistan and Coming of Age in America”
Meet Diana Kapp and Rebecca Blumenstein, the authors of "The Last Free Women: A Daring Escape from Afghanistan and Coming of Age in America", and two of the women featured in their new book, Chatham University students…
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- This week
Online
Modern Living: Maintaining Balance
6-Session Virtual Series: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 6 to Nov. 17. NOTE: No class on Nov. 3.
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- This week
Off the Record Pittsburgh
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's Community Relations Council (CRC) invites the entire community, people of all faiths, backgrounds, and cultures, to join us for a special evening where we can come together…
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- This week
Online
Verdict at Nuremberg
4-Session Virtual Series: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Sept. 30 to Oct. 28. Note: No class on Oct. 21.
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Families
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part B
Hands-on Technology Workshop to help you download the apps and tools to keep our kids safe.
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Families
Israel Campus Conflict: Radically Reasonable Watch Party & Teen Panel
How can we help our teens enter conversations about Israel and the Jewish people with confidence on campus?
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Online
Jewish DateNight
Scrolling & swiping are no longer your only options. Jewish DateNight is where real people connect. Join thousands of Jewish singles for a better way to meet — with up to 7 thoughtfully matched introductions in one…
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Light Candles at: 6:20 PM
Parshat Noach, Light Candles at: 6:20 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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Shabbat Ends: 7:18 PM
Parshat Noach, Shabbat Ends: 7:18 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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2026 Pittsburgh Jewish Book Festival
Congregation Beth Shalom is proud to host the 2026 Pittsburgh Jewish Book Festival.
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Volunteer
YAD Volunteer Club – Weinberg Terrace
Help run bingo and set up a small party for the residents at Weinberg Terrace.
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Families
Teen Resource Fair
Teens and their parents are invited to discover new pathways for involvement, meet inspiring organizations and find meaningful ways to stay connected throughout the year.
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East Winds Symphonic Band
Live performance...big band sounds featuring music from Dixieland, Broadway shows, movie soundtracks and marches
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Pittsburgh Jewish Book Festival
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Online
Ketuvim
25-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 9:30-10:30 AM, Sep. 28, 2026 to May 24, 2027. Note: No classes on Dec. 7, 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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Online
Contemporary Jewish Ethics
20-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 5, 2026 to May 3, 2027. Note: No classes on Nov. 9, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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Online
Modern Living: Maintaining Balance
6-Session Virtual Series: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 6 to Nov. 17. NOTE: No class on Nov. 3.
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Online
13 Core Beliefs That Make Judaism What It Is
14-Session Virtual Series: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30AM, Oct. 21, 2026 to Apr. 14, 2027. Note: No classes on Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 30, Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar. 3, 10.
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2027 Campaign Launch
By invitation only.
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Let’s Talk About It Series: Drugs Today – Facts, Safety & Conversations That Matter
The Conversations Every Family is Having – or Avoiding Let’s Talk About It is a parent and teen conversation series created with teens, for teens and the adults who care about them. The series creates space to talk…
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JParent Shabbat Dinner
Shabbat dinner for parents of school aged children. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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Light Candles at: 6:10 PM
Parshat Lech-Lecha, Light Candles at: 6:10 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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Shabbat Ends: 7:08 PM
Parshat Lech-Lecha, Shabbat Ends: 7:08 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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Congregation Poale Zedeck Annual Dinner
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About Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's office is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. JFNA's Federation directory assigns it 533 ZIP codes — the office location alone doesn't tell you who it serves.
Its calendar lists 39 upcoming community events, the next on Wed, Oct 7, plus services, holiday dates or meetings you can filter to below.
2 roles posted in the last 120 days are listed on AllJewishJobs.
Its most recent IRS Form 990, for the fiscal year ended June 2025, reports $79.7M in revenue. It has held federal tax-exempt status since 1957.
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Newcomer, family & volunteer programs
We haven't yet checked Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's local programs against its own website, so we don't list them here. That doesn't mean they don't exist — look on www.jewishpgh.org, or send a message and ask.
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Working at Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
2 openRoles posted in the last 120 days on our sister site AllJewishJobs, with repeat listings of the same opening shown once. Confirm a role is still open on the listing.
- Manager of Young Adult PhilanthropyPittsburgh, PA (Hybrid) · Full-time · posted Aug 24, 2026
- Israel and Overseas Engagement AssociatePittsburgh, PA (Hybrid) · Full-time · posted Aug 15, 2026
How the money works
From the Form 990 for the fiscal year ended June 2025 (Jul 2024 – Jun 2025) — read the filing ↗.
Where the money came from
Total revenue $79.7M
- Contributions & grants$48.8M61%
- Program service revenueFees, tuition and other payments for services$456K<1%
- Interest & dividends$9.6M12%
- Gains or losses on investments sold$20.8M26%
How it was spent, by purpose
Total expenses $42.1M
- Program services$36.3M86%
- Management & general$2.3M6%
- Fundraising$3.4M8%
- Grants to organizations & individuals
- $26.3M · 62% of expenses
- Salaries & officer compensation
- $6.2M · 15% of expenses
The three purposes above add up to total expenses. Grants and pay are a different way of slicing the same spending — they fall within those purposes — so they're listed separately, not added on.
Percentages are shares of the total reported on the Form 990, not of the lines shown. Figures are as filed, rounded for display.
Common questions
What is Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh?
Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's office is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. JFNA's Federation directory assigns it 533 ZIP codes — the office location alone doesn't tell you who it serves. Its calendar lists 39 upcoming community events, the next on Wed, Oct 7, plus services, holiday dates or meetings you can filter to below.
What area does Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh serve?
The Federation's office is in Pittsburgh, but an office location doesn't define a service area. JFNA's Federation directory assigns it 533 ZIP codes; enter yours in the FedFinder finder to see which Federation that directory lists for your address, and confirm with the Federation if you live near the edge of its area.
How do I get in touch with Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh?
Use the form on this page. It comes to FedFinder first, and with your permission we forward it to Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. FedFinder can't guarantee a reply — how and whether to respond is up to the Federation. Its own website is www.jewishpgh.org.
Do I need to be a member or a donor to take part?
Often not — many Federation programs, volunteer projects and newcomer activities are open to the wider community. Some events are for donors, members or particular groups, so check each listing's eligibility and registration with the host.
What events does Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh have coming up?
39 upcoming community events are listed, starting with "October 7 Commemoration" on Wed, Oct 7. Check eligibility and registration with the host before you go.
How large is Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh?
Its most recent IRS Form 990, for the fiscal year ended June 2025, reported $79,693,583 in revenue — the largest by revenue of the 9 Pennsylvania Federations that publish IRS filings. It had 80 employees and made $26.3M in grants that year. Revenue measures size, not effectiveness or impact. A Federation files after its fiscal year closes, and FedFinder adds each new return as soon as the IRS publishes it.
Is Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh hiring?
2 roles posted in the last 120 days are listed on AllJewishJobs, including Manager of Young Adult Philanthropy. Confirm a role is still open on the listing.
Nearby in Pennsylvania
The 6 nearest of the 9 other Federations and communities listed in Pennsylvania, by office location.
- United Jewish Federation
- Greater Altoona Jewish Federation
- Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg
- Jewish Community Alliance of Lancaster
- Jewish Federation of Reading PA Inc.
- Jewish Community Alliance of Northeastern Pennsylvania
Financial history
12 years of IRS Form 990 filings, through the fiscal year ended June 2025. Each links to its source document.
By its latest revenue, Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is the largest by revenue of the 9 Pennsylvania Federations that publish IRS filings. Revenue measures size — it says nothing about how effective a Federation is or the difference it makes.
All 12 reported filings
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025Jul 2024 – Jun 2025 | $79,693,583 | $42,050,172 | $387,700,423 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2024Jul 2023 – Jun 2024 | $47,830,043 | $42,601,188 | $352,288,593 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2023Jul 2022 – Jun 2023 | $48,659,493 | $33,083,113 | $329,434,903 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2022Jul 2021 – Jun 2022 | $62,123,653 | $34,092,290 | $308,334,472 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2021Jul 2020 – Jun 2021 | $57,622,552 | $35,023,568 | $347,422,117 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2020Jul 2019 – Jun 2020 | $43,372,124 | $32,645,631 | $277,158,927 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2019Jul 2018 – Jun 2019 | $52,160,575 | $36,502,397 | $273,025,709 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2018Jul 2017 – Jun 2018 | $44,747,299 | $29,405,934 | $271,140,261 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2017Jul 2016 – Jun 2017 | $37,437,634 | $27,447,070 | $251,976,925 | Form 990 ↗ |
| FY2016Jul 2015 – Jun 2016 | $28,059,367 | $23,816,542 | $230,317,305 | Form 990 ↗ |
| 2015 | $38,094,186 | $23,877,895 | $230,885,802 | Form 990 ↗ |
| 2014 | $29,808,915 | $24,992,603 | $214,209,442 | Form 990 ↗ |