Posted on 05/05/25
Baltimore, MD - May 5, 2025 - One of the most meaningful mitzvahs is Chesed Shel Emes as these kind acts cannot be repaid. Despite yesterday's rainy weather, more than 25 volunteers gathered at the historic Hebrew Friendship Cemetery located at 3600 E. Baltimore Street in Baltimore City to help care for our dearly departed. The JCA has managed Hebrew Friendship Cemetery since 2011.
Over 20 bags of trash and debris were collected and removed by our volunteers, overgrown trees were cut back and removed by the generosity of Pikesville Tree Service. Monuments and mausoleums were power washed by RPW Renewal Pressure Washing who brought their own water and pressure washing equipment at no charge. Sol Levinson Funeral Home helped coordinate the event in conjunction with the JCA and donated our cleanup supplies that were used.
The Jewish Cemetery Association owns and manages 20 local cemeteries ensuring grass is cut regularly, overturned monuments are reset and burials are handled properly according to Jewish law.
If you want to get involved or help out with future volunteer initiatives, please contact Steve Venick at Steve@JCABaltimore.org.
