The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports Jewish community initiatives, education, and humanitarian efforts in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, Israel, and globally. It serves as a central philanthropic, planning, and community-building body for the local Jewish community. The Federation raises and allocates funds to a network of partner agencies, synagogues, and programs addressing needs such as social services, Jewish identity and education, care for vulnerable populations (including seniors and Holocaust survivors), security, and crisis response. It also advocates on issues of importance to the Jewish community and fosters connections with Israel and Jewish communities worldwide. The organization's work includes both domestic and international efforts, with a significant focus on the Greater Washington region, which encompasses parts of Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.