Jewish tradition teaches that in a just world, all people would have resources sufficient for their needs. That's why JUFJ and many community organizations every year advocate for a moral Baltimore city budget. Join us as we and our partners testify to the Board of Estimates at their annual Taxpayer Night and remind them that our city budget should meet all residents' needs all year round.
Join fellow Baltimore City District 4 constituents for a meeting with Councilmember Mark Conway.
Join fellow Baltimore City District 14 constituents for a meeting with Councilmember Odette Ramos.
Shavuot is a Jewish holiday celebrating the Torah and the beginning of the harvest, and it reminds us to reaffirm our communal values. It is often observed by eating dairy foods, studying all night, and reading the Book of Ruth. This year, Baltimore City Council's Taxpayer Night begins just before Shavuot. Join us as we and our partners celebrate Shavuot and testify to the City Council to remind them that, as the Book of Ruth points out, the bounty of the harvest should be used to meet everyone’s basic needs.
Join JUFJers from across Baltimore to discuss our ongoing issue campaign work and debrief this year's budget process. We will share updates, and brainstorm on how to move the work forward.
As the federal administration creates a system where the wealthiest institutions and individuals are able to hoard wealth, we are working on a local level to ensure our wealthiest institutions contribute towards the cost of city services they utilize. Join Jews United for Justice and the With Us, For Us Coalition to learn about the campaign to hold Baltimore City's largest universities and hospitals accountable to paying their fair share. We pay taxes, why don't they? There will be light snacks provided and a short presentation at 6pm.
