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Rabbi Jay Stein reflects on how an initially reluctant participation in an interfaith clergy trip to Israel three years ago transformed his approach to relig...

The article discusses the tension between advocating for Jewish peoplehood, promoting unity, and establishing boundaries within the Jewish community, especia...

Many Jewish communities face a talent pipeline crisis, with struggles to recruit and retain professionals in roles like education and the rabbinate. While ef...

Antisemitism is resurging with alarming frequency and intensity worldwide, as evidenced by recent violent attacks and acts of vandalism targeting Jewish comm...

Rabbi Ariana Capptauber reflects on her experiences educating children from diverse backgrounds about Hanukkah in Central Pennsylvania. She emphasizes the im...

Jewish adults over 50 are increasingly feeling marginalized by Jewish communal institutions, which often focus on youth and the elderly. This demographic, co...

In a passionate call to action, philanthropist Mike Leven argues that the threats facing Jewish communities today are part of a coordinated effort to undermi...

Rabbi Jesse Paikin of the Shalom Hartman Institute argues that the crisis in rabbinic training is not about declining interest (a pipeline problem) but about...

Amidst the backdrop of Hanukkah and a recent attack at Bondi Beach, the article highlights the ongoing challenge and necessity for Jews to assert their disti...

Adam Milstein reflects on his journey from a business career to becoming a strategic venture philanthropist, focusing on combating antisemitism, supporting I...

A bar mitzvah celebration in Bondi Beach, Sydney, became the backdrop for a traumatic experience when a nearby shooting disrupted the event. The festivities,...

Daniel Elbaum, the executive director of IDF Widows and Orphans USA, discusses an unexpected trend where support for the non-political mission of his organiz...

The article recounts a visit to Australia by a delegation of Jewish leaders, including Marina Rosenberg of the Anti-Defamation League, prior to a tragic anti...

Reflecting on the differing rabbinic opinions of Beit Shammai and Beit Hillel on the sequence of lighting Hanukkah candles, Rabbi Matthew J. Rosenberg explor...

JCC Chicago is spearheading a movement to foster positivity and community resilience through its Growing Hope initiative. Inspired by the Violins of Hope Chi...

In examining the persistent fear faced by American Jews in displaying their Jewish identity, particularly the menorah during Hanukkah, Sara Fredman Aeder dra...

Grandparents play a crucial role in securing Jewish continuity and identity within families, as shared by Debra Debs Weinberg in eJewishPhilanthropy. With an...

BBYO, a leading Jewish youth organization, plays a critical role in shaping the educational journey of Jewish teens by focusing on experiential learning rath...

Jewish education leaders are urging the community to participate in shaping a new federal scholarship tax credit program that can significantly aid Jewish sc...

Following the October 7, 2023 attacks, the Jewish Parent Academy (JPA), a grassroots movement initially founded by Russian-speaking Jewish (RSJ) parents, has...

Faced with the complexities of evolving Jewish identity and engagement, the American Jewish University (AJU) under President Jay Sanderson is redefining Jewi...

Navigating the chaotic aftermath of the October 7 attacks, The Neeman Foundation, an Israeli charitable institution, underscores the necessity of maintaining...

Rabbi Rebecca W. Sirbu argues that the current moment is ideal for reevaluating and reforming rabbinic education and synagogue structures, especially in ligh...

The 2025 Hebrew Snapshot Survey highlights the significant shifts occurring in synagogue Hebrew education, emphasizing a move from a singular focus on prayer...

New York State Sen. Andrew Gounardes and the federal Kids Online Safety Act aim to protect children from specific online harms, but they overlook critical is...

Cantor Vladimir Lapin addresses the persistent oversight of cantors within Jewish clerical frameworks, highlighting their essential, yet often unrecognized, ...

A recent Atra report highlights that over half of students in non-Orthodox rabbinical programs identify as LGBTQ+, a statistic that both celebrates the progr...

The article explores the evolving landscape of Jewish federations and their philanthropic models as they adapt to changing generational values and economic r...

Rachel Lerner discusses the pressing need for Jewish educational institutions to adopt more inclusive practices for neurodivergent children within their comm...

The recent study conducted by BZ Media and Makor Analytics examines how young American Christians, who increasingly identify as non-denominational rather tha...

Sergeant First Class Itamar Hayun, a longtime IDF reservist, narrates his struggle to secure affordable housing while serving his country. Facing high living...

Shai Assulin, a coordinator for the Jerusalem Municipality's Special Needs Department, emphasizes the importance of inclusive participation for individuals w...

Bar-Ilan University's Sunflower Center is offering a framework for resilience and recovery after the trauma experienced by Israel, especially following the e...

Reflecting on the 100th anniversary of Jewish Book Month, Tali Rosenblatt-Cohen, host of The Five Books podcast, shares insights into how Jewish literature c...

The narrative emphasizes the importance of interfaith collaboration, illustrated through the swift community response to a firebombing at the residence of Pe...

Jason Plotkin, executive director of Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, explores the power of language in fostering connection and belonging in Jewi...

In light of growing polarization and discomfort within the Jewish community, notably concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, this piece emphasizes the s...

A new study by Atra, "From Calling to Career: Mapping the Current State and Future of Rabbinic Leadership," provides valuable insights for organizations supp...

The article discusses the recent Atra report, which reveals that over half of non-Orthodox rabbinical students identify as LGBTQ+ and brings to light the str...

As Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani takes office amidst concerns over his stance on antisemitism, the Jewish community is reassured by the robust legal framework i...

Jewish literacy is essential for embracing the complexity and contradictions inherent in human existence, allowing us to hold multiple truths and resist bina...

Rabba Daphne Lazar Price, executive director of the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance, critiques Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdanis' stance on a recent Nefesh B'Nef...

Ophelie Namiech, a French-Israeli humanitarian worker, explores the complexities of her identity and the perception of Israeli humanitarians in the global ar...

Jewish education often overlooks the invaluable resource of grandparents, who possess a wealth of cultural stories, traditions, and lived experiences. Rather...

Hillel International's educational approach is scrutinized for potentially prioritizing inclusivity over substantial Jewish content on university campuses. T...

At the recent World Zionist Congress (WZC), a significant consensus was reached among representatives from various ideological backgrounds, demonstrating a c...

In her article, Deborah Kaplan Polivy emphasizes the critical role of personalized donor acknowledgments in nonprofit retention strategies. She argues that u...

Jewish and Israeli communities face heightened challenges, with rising antisemitism and internal divisions necessitating unprecedented levels of cooperation ...

Rabbi Igael Iggy Gurin-Malous, writing for eJewishPhilanthropy, advocates for moving GivingTuesday to the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, as a civic ritual of g...

Amid rising antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on American college campuses, engaging students through career-oriented experiences offers a promising alt...