A new government grant will help Holocaust survivors in New Jersey, doubling the amount the state had previously provided.
 

• New Jersey Jewish News – State grant doubles aid to Shoa survivors

Meanwhile, Federations are featured in Philadelphia, New Orleans, Portland, San Francisco, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati.
 

• Jewish Exponent – Local Jewish leaders voice strong concerns about Iran deal
• New Orleans Advocate (letter) – Iran’s compliance with the nuclear weapons deal must be ensured by the U.S.
• JTA – Charlie Schiffman, longtime head of Portland Jewish federation, dies
• J. Weekly – Mill Valley teen builds a community garden — and wins $36,000
• Pittsburgh Tribune-Journal – 'Hundred Languages of Children' exhibit makes its way to Pittsburgh
• Soapbox Media – Five community leaders receive Dick Weiland Community Relations Award