The Jewish Federation of the Quad cites is a non-profit, 501 c (3) corporation that was founded in 1980 in the state of Illinois. 

In concert with numerous local organizations,  the Federation, addresses a broad range of needs to include cultural, religious, educational, family welfare, care of the aged, and interfaith relations. The Federation combats hate and anti-Semitism by supporting religious liberty and civil rights for everyone.

The Federation’s Board of Directors is made up of local volunteer community leaders, elected annually, who are involved in every aspect of the organization’s governance, operations and fund raising.

The Federation sponsors a number of programs for children and young adults, which help to insure their educational and spiritual development and promote the belief in tolerance, mutual respect, dignity, social justice, democratic values, and human rights.