The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies and its member agencies join together in horror and shock over the riots and loss of life that took place yesterday at the US Capitol. Despite the efforts of the Capitol Police, the National Guard and the … [Read more...] about Statement in Response to Acts of Insurrection at US Capitol
Advocacy
Update: Grant Application Announcement re Emergency Food & Shelter Program
EFSP: Next Funding Phase Soon Last month, our JFNA colleagues indicated that the FY 2020 Phase 38 Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) grant opportunity would commence on or about November 18th. The National Board will now officially announce … [Read more...] about Update: Grant Application Announcement re Emergency Food & Shelter Program
Action Alert: Pass COVID-19 Relief Now!
We are increasingly optimistic that Congress and the White House will agree on a limited COVID-19 stimulus package before Congress adjourns for the year. We need to speak out NOW to urge leaders to include priorities for the non-profit sector and our … [Read more...] about Action Alert: Pass COVID-19 Relief Now!
ACTION ALERT: Restore Critical Victims of Crime Act Funding
Funding for services for survivors of child abuse, trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault dropped 25% last year, and further drastic cuts are expected soon. Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grants fund nearly all victim services. Because these … [Read more...] about ACTION ALERT: Restore Critical Victims of Crime Act Funding
Action Alert: Urge Congress to Prevent Steep Medicare Payment Cuts in 2021 – PLEASE TAKE ACTION NOW
Unless Congress takes action, Medicare reimbursement rates for services provided by psychologists and many other healthcare providers will be cut sharply next year. This is a result of changes that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) … [Read more...] about Action Alert: Urge Congress to Prevent Steep Medicare Payment Cuts in 2021 – PLEASE TAKE ACTION NOW
Preliminary Earmark Overview: 117th Congress
November 30, 2020 As you may have read, it appears likely that the House will reinstate earmarks (member directed spending) for fiscal year 2022. While there is bipartisan support in the Senate, a return to earmarks in that chamber is less certain … [Read more...] about Preliminary Earmark Overview: 117th Congress
