[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 5 (Tuesday, January 25, 2005)]
[Senate]
[Page S431]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CELEBRATION OF THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF SILICON 
                                 VALLEY

 Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I take this opportunity to 
recognize the 75th anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Silicon 
Valley.
  In 1930, the Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley, JFSV, was 
incorporated into the national Jewish Federation system to promote 
philanthropic and humanitarian activities in Santa Clara County. For 75 
years, JFSV has served as a focal point for the Jewish community in 
Silicon Valley. With a membership of over 13,000, the JFSV is committed 
to preservation and enrichment of Jewish culture, and to expressing 
Jewish community concerns about Jewish life in Santa Clara County, the 
United States, Israel and throughout the world.
  Over the past 75 years, JFSV has expanded greatly, and now offers a 
wide variety of programs to its members. The Silicon Valley Young 
Adults Division offers educational and social programs to members ages 
25-40. The Women's Philanthropy Division focuses on community-building, 
educational, social, and cultural enrichment for women, while offering 
great networking opportunities to women members. Blue Knot, the Jewish 
Technology Initiative, creates opportunities for Jewish professionals 
in the technology sector to exchange ideas and expand networks.
  JFSV is based on the caring philosophies of Klal Yisrael, the 
responsibility of each Jew for another, and Tikun Olam, repairing the 
world through social action. JFSV has mentored many members who have 
dedicated themselves to community service in Silicon Valley and the 
Greater Bay Area. Through its outreach, JFSV has successfully enhanced 
social and civic participation in the Silicon Valley community.
  The Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley's service to the Jewish 
community, both in Santa Clara County and nationwide, is truly 
inspiring. I congratulate the Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley on 
their 75th anniversary and wish them another 75 years of 
success.

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