Educate

about Judaism, Israel, the Holocaust,
and the challenges we face today

JCRC builds relationships to fight antisemitism and bigotry; educates about Judaism, Israel, antisemitism, and the Holocaust; advocates for Jewish values and priorities; and safeguards our community.

Advocate

for the priorities and values
of the Jewish community

JCRC builds relationships to fight antisemitism and bigotry; educates about Judaism, Israel, antisemitism, and the Holocaust; advocates for Jewish values and priorities; and safeguards our community.

Build

bridges across the Jewish
and broader communities

JCRC builds relationships to fight antisemitism and bigotry; educates about Judaism, Israel, antisemitism, and the Holocaust; advocates for Jewish values and priorities; and safeguards our community.

Safeguard

our community and others
against physical and cyber threats

JCRC builds relationships to fight antisemitism and bigotry; educates about Judaism, Israel, antisemitism, and the Holocaust; advocates for Jewish values and priorities; and safeguards our community.

Safeguarding the security and wellbeing of individuals and Jewish communal institutions.

As the public affairs voice of the Jewish community, the JCRC fights antisemitism and prejudice, advocates for Israel, provides Holocaust education, promotes tolerance and social justice, and builds bridges across the Jewish and broader communities.

JCRC Annual Event

Featuring Dr. Mijal Bitton

Jewish Identity and Community in a Changing World.

Since October 7, American Jews have faced a transformed landscape—challenging how we see ourselves, our communities, and our future. Join JCRC and keynote speaker Dr. Mijal Bitton – a spiritual leader, community builder, and sociologist – as she explores what’s changed, what it means, and how we move forward together. 

Dr. Bitton will illuminate the shifts reshaping Jewish life, highlight paths toward resilience, and offer a vision for thriving—not just surviving—in this new environment. Together, we’ll discuss how Jews and allies can foster strength and understanding, individually and societally, in a complex moment. 

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News/Blog

Jared Shogren named this year’s recipient of the Leo Weiss Courage To Teach Award

Jared Shogren named this year’s recipient of the Leo Weiss Courage To Teach Award

Jared Shogren, middle school History teacher at Orono Middle School has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Leo Weiss Courage to Teach Award. This award, given out by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, ...

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Jared Shogren named this year’s recipient of the Leo Weiss Courage To Teach Award

Jared Shogren, middle school History teacher at Orono Middle School has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Leo Weiss Courage to Teach Award. This award, given out by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, ...

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Blog

For the dead and the living, we must bear witness

For the dead and the living, we must bear witness

Washington DC, April 8, 2025 –  As I sat in the hall of remembrance I thought of the generosity of what had brought me to this place and the juxtaposition of that generosity in the face of the horrors of the holocaust.

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For the dead and the living, we must bear witness

Washington DC, April 8, 2025 –  As I sat in the hall of remembrance I thought of the generosity of what had brought me to this place and the juxtaposition of that generosity in the face of the horrors of the holocaust.

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Blog

JCRC applauds U of M’s partnership with its Jewish community

JCRC applauds U of M’s partnership with its Jewish community

University of Minnesota President Rebecca Cunningham sent a letter Monday to faculty, students and staff underscoring her commitment to preventing antisemitism.

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JCRC applauds U of M’s partnership with its Jewish community

University of Minnesota President Rebecca Cunningham sent a letter Monday to faculty, students and staff underscoring her commitment to preventing antisemitism.

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Events

Yom HaShoah 2025/5785: Holocaust Remembrance Day

Wed, Apr. 23 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Beth El Synagogue

Yom HaShoah 2025/5785: Holocaust Remembrance Day

Wed, Apr. 23 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Beth El Synagogue

Minnesota and the Dakotas' Holocaust Remembrance Day Commemoration

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Yom Hazikaron: Israel Memorial Day Commemoration

Tue, Apr. 29 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Beth Jacob Congregation

Yom Hazikaron: Israel Memorial Day Commemoration

Tue, Apr. 29 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Beth Jacob Congregation

April 29, 2025 – Join us for a powerful program featuring moving music by Daniel Maguri and Gal Bar-Natan from St. Paul’s Partnership2Gether region of Sovev-Kinneret, along with personal reflections from IDF veterans of Minneapolis’ Partnership2Gether region of Rehovot.

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