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Confronted with deep divisions in national politics and policy differences around Israel, alongside various religious and cultural disparities, the Jewish co...

Jewish federations have a long-standing partnership with the Jewish Agency for Israel, utilizing donor contributions to respond effectively to crises both in...

Jewish communities face an existential threat due to climate change, with Trump's policy rollbacks exacerbating vulnerabilities. Key areas like Miami Beach a...

In a recent episode of the podcast "It's Who You Know!", host Michelle W. Malkin speaks with four accomplished Jewish community leaders who have recently ste...

Deborah Isaac and Michael H. Laufer, leaders in the American Zionist Movement, urge American Jews across all denominations to vote in the upcoming World Zion...

The Hartman Teen Fellowship, developed by the Shalom Hartman Institute, emphasizes the importance of engaging Jewish teens seriously as thinkers and leaders....

During Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM), the story of Grayson Roberts shines a light on the necessity of year-round commi...

Rabbi Adina Allen discusses how the creative power described in the Torah reflects humanity's innate creativity, which is vital in navigating contemporary so...

The rabbi shortage crisis within the Jewish community could be alleviated by nurturing rabbinical talent among Jews of Color (JoC), who are currently underre...

Israel faces a significant challenge with the emigration of its scientists and researchers, often referred to as a brain drain, which impacts its position as...

The Koby Mandell Foundation in Israel embraces resilience as its core theme, channeling 23 years of bereavement support experience to help those affected by ...

Reflecting on the historical treatment of individuals like Uncle Abie, who faced systemic barriers due to his intellectual disability, this article emphasize...

Jewish education is being encouraged to reconnect with spirituality, as highlighted by the efforts of Jewish LearningWorks in the Bay Area. Despite a deep gr...

Jewish day schools have made significant investments in infrastructure and administrative roles, yet teachers—central to the educational experience—face chro...

Eden Village Camp is spearheading National No Body Talk Week, an initiative aimed at fostering deeper human connections by refraining from commenting on peop...

A unique partnership formed between Flo Low, founder of Bamah, and Whitney Weathers, UpStart's managing director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice...

Miriam Mark, a mother and executive director of Teach CA, reflects on the recent success of Orthodox Jewish parents in securing a landmark court decision. Th...

Drawing lessons from a unique gathering of its grantees, The Good People Fund reveals insights into building community among small nonprofits in the U.S. and...

Jewish organizations are being called upon to support LGBTQ+ youth amidst increasing legislative and societal challenges, particularly during President Trump...

The article highlights the enduring commitment of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and its volunteers to support Ukraine, especially amid the o...

The article deeply reflects on the emotional turmoil experienced by the Jewish community following the kidnapping of the Bibas family from Kibbutz Nir Oz, us...

Rachel Kohn reflects on the contemporary Jewish community's response to rising antisemitism and the challenges facing Jewish youth today. She highlights a se...

The iCenter's Mifgash That Matters program is an immersive educational experience that brings Jewish educators and professionals to Israel to confront its co...

The article emphasizes the importance of supporting small-town Jewish communities, highlighting how neglect in this area can lead to spiritual and practical ...

The article by Gilad Peled discusses the challenges facing Israel education in the wake of the events of October 7, 2023, and the importance of adapting educ...

Jewish organizations need an urgent overhaul as they face a critical moment in their mission to combat antisemitism, according to Joe Roberts, the executive ...

Nicole Ellefson recounts her transformative journey in Jewish education, sparked by a troubling experience when her child learned a simplistic and patriarcha...

Jewish campus leaders urge a shift from merely responding to antisemitism to promoting Jewish flourishing in colleges. Hillels and similar organizations are ...

Jewish identity is often oversimplified into binary categories like connected vs. disconnected or engaged vs. unengaged. The Jim Joseph Foundation argues thi...

Elisa Deener-Agus explores the concept of intergenerational Jewish trauma, particularly in connection with recent events involving Israeli hostages and risin...

Adi Vaxman, founder of Operation Israel and CEO of Sheba Consulting, highlights the innovative potential of merging strategies from business and nonprofit se...

Aaron Katler reflects on the enduring impact of Joshua Venture, a pioneering initiative in Jewish social innovation, which merged with UpStart, Bikkurim, and...

Jewish women with progressive values are experiencing tension between supporting liberal causes and addressing antisemitism. Contentious events, from Trump's...

The Jewish Emergent Network, launched in 2014 with organizations like IKAR and Kavana, has played a pivotal role in fostering innovative Jewish communities t...

Summers critiques the notion that successful philanthropy can emerge from random acts of kindness, arguing that nonprofits must operate with strategic intent...

Examining the pivotal role of questioning within Jewish tradition and contemporary philanthropy, the article explores how rigorous inquiry has shaped both an...

Hindu-Jewish relations have a rich history of mutual respect and cultural exchange that continues to flourish, particularly in the United States, where both ...

Avi Rubel, CEO of Honeymoon Israel, reflects on the organization's challenges and renewed commitments to educational travel in Israel following the traumatic...

Paul Bernstein captures the essence of the Prizmah Conference, highlighting the courageous spirit embodied by Jewish day school leaders, educators, and alumn...

Faced with rising antisemitism and political polarization, Jay Sanderson emerges from a hiatus in Jewish communal leadership to spearhead the 2050 Institute ...

Reflecting on the profound impact of mentorship, Naomi Ackerman shares how her life was shaped by Alice Shalvi, a feminist and activist, whose guidance empha...

Faced with declining enrollment and financial pressures, Jewish day schools Rodeph Sholom School and Schechter Manhattan embarked on a collaborative journey ...

Ron Katz, president of the Tel Aviv Institute, emphasizes the critical need for transparency and integrity in nonprofit advocacy, particularly in social medi...

Exploring the stories of two disappeared Jewish congregations in Ohio—Bnai Israel of Lancaster and Beth Israel of Fremont—this article highlights the signifi...

In an era of heightened political and social polarization, Jewish institutions are uniquely positioned to champion constructive disagreement while nurturing ...

Philanthropy in the Jewish community often emphasizes the gratitude of beneficiaries towards their donors, yet there is much to be learned from the mutual gr...

Jonathan Greenblatt of the Anti-Defamation League and Adam Lehman of Hillel International highlight the alarming rise of antisemitism faced by Jewish student...

Amid a fresh wave of Jewish identity exploration triggered by global antisemitism and reawakened connections to Israel, Jewish organizations are strategizing...

The concept of Jewish peoplehood, an ancient aspect of Jewish identity, faces challenges in the modern era, especially given the global dispersion of Jewish ...

The article discusses the urgent need to empower the next generation to combat antisemitism, emphasizing its threat to the core values of American society. I...