Statement in Support of the Black Community
On this Juneteenth, the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford declares its solidarity with the Black community and supports its just struggle to eradicate the racist elements and structures in our society that have prevented the Black community from achieving economic and social equality, security and justice – and have caused unimaginable grief and incalculable deaths of its people.
We hear the voices and see the pain of the Black community, and honor the peaceful protests taking place in the wake of recent tragedies.
The commitment to pursuing justice and elevating human dignity are cornerstones of our sacred Jewish values. Our Torah repeatedly commands us to be kind to -- and actively champion -- the oppressed. It also proclaims that every individual is created B’tzelem Elohim, in G-d’s image.
The Foundation pledges to support efforts to realize meaningful societal change and will be making grants to further racial justice. We encourage our community and neighbors to join with the Black community in this growing movement to root out racism and fashion a more equitable country.
The Trustees and Staff of the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford