1895: Federation of Jewish Charities of Boston is established on April 25.
- Approximately 489 people respond to the Federation's appeal, donating $11,909.
- Member organizations include United Hebrew Benevolent Society, Hebrew Ladies Sewing Society, Leopold Morse Home for the Aged and Infirm Hebrews and Orphanage, Free Employment Bureau, and Charitable Burial Association.
- Boston's Jewish population is estimated at 20,000, including 14,000 new immigrants.