Statement from JFNA on trageic events in Kansas

By now may of you are no doubt aware of the tragic events which took place on Sunday which have deeply impacted the Kansas Jewish community. In light of these events we wanted to share the following statement from the Jewish Federations of North America (of which JFNH is a member). Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and victims of this terrible tragedy. New York - Following today's tragic and fatal shooting in the Kansas City Jewish community, the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) expressed sympathy and support. Michael Siegal, chair of the JFNA Board of Trustees, stated: "We at the Jewish Federations stand in solidarity with the Jewish community in Kansas City following today's horrific events, and our sympathies are with the families of the victims. No community should have to face a moment such as this one, and we pledge to do whatever is necessary to help the people of Kansas City through this terrible time. Today, on the eve of Pesach, we are left to contemplate how we must continue our work building a world in which all people are free to live their lives without the threat of terror." JFNA continues to work with Congress and the Department of Homeland Security to develop programs to improve security for at-risk nonprofit organizations throughout the country, including Jewish institutions. The organization is currently working to ensure that funding for such programs will continue in the coming fiscal year.