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eJewishPhilanthropy What we mean when we say ‘Jewish camp,’ and why it matters 11 Mar
This piece critiques the use of the term "Jewish camp" as a broad descriptor that primarily references overnight camps, neglecting the diverse impact of vari...
11 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Wars are won by people, not just hardware 11 Mar
Wars are not defined by hardware or tactics alone, but by the spirit and resilience of those who serve. Israel's military effectiveness stems from the dedica...
11 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Reform Zionism is still alive 11 Mar
Reform Judaism's relationship with Zionism and Israel is more nuanced than often portrayed. While only a third of American Jews identify as Zionist, a signif...
11 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Is it OK that only a third of American Jews are Zionists? 10 Mar
A survey shows only one-third of American Jews identify as Zionists, sparking debate about the evolving nature of Zionism in the Jewish community. Despite th...
10 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Why embracing Jewish Peoplehood is a matter of urgency 10 Mar
Recent events in Israel and within the global Jewish community have underscored the urgency of reassessing the concept of Jewish Peoplehood. Traditionally a ...
10 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Naming the psychological crisis of Israelis living abroad 10 Mar
Israeli expatriates are grappling with a unique psychological strain following the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel and the subsequent ongoing conflicts. De...
10 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Jewish professionals are answering a new call. How we respond matters. 9 Mar
In response to heightened antisemitism and a desire for meaningful engagement, an increasing number of Jewish professionals are transitioning from traditiona...
9 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Beyond good intentions: Building change that lasts 9 Mar
Galit Cohen, founder and executive director of Ripples for Change, offers insights on fostering sustainable humanitarian work, grounded in her extensive fiel...
9 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy How philanthropists can anchor a generation of Jews 6 Mar
In the face of rising antisemitism and challenges to Jewish identity, Rabbi Yehuda Maryles argues for the importance of immersive Jewish educational experien...
6 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Keep the lamp on 6 Mar
Rabbi Sid Schwarz reflects on the current state of immigration policy in the United States, urging a return to the values symbolized by the Statue of Liberty...
6 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy The work no one sees: The paradox of caring for Israel’s double orphans  5 Mar
In the wake of the October 7th massacre, Israel faces the challenge of supporting dozens of children who have been rendered orphans, having lost both parents...
5 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Israel education is changing: Here’s what we learned from bringing educators together 5 Mar
Israel education is increasingly requiring educators to navigate complex questions and emotions, necessitating professional development and community support...
5 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Want to counter antisemitism in K-12 education? Fund like a Qatari 4 Mar
Addressing the rising antisemitism in K-12 education requires a strategic shift in Jewish philanthropy, taking lessons from how Qatar has successfully embedd...
4 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Purim’s two heroines and the politics of moral choice 4 Mar
Andrew Rehfeld provides a reflective take on the celebration of Purim, distinguishing between the characters of Vashti and Esther as models for moral and pol...
4 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy The rabbis we need now 4 Mar
As the Jewish landscape evolves, traditional roles of rabbis are shifting to meet the needs of a post-congregational era. With declining synagogue affiliatio...
4 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Red teams, black hats and the 10th man 2 Mar
Examining decision-making processes in Jewish educational and communal institutions, the article highlights structured approaches like red teams, the 10th ma...
2 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Bringing together funders with an affinity for education 2 Mar
The Jewish Funders Network has launched a Jewish Day School Affinity Group to address challenges facing Jewish day schools, which are crucial for sustaining ...
2 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy What Jewish representation in textbooks can learn from Black history education 27 Feb
Jewish representation in public school textbooks is often limited to narratives of persecution, which inadequately capture the full spectrum of Jewish histor...
27 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy From intention to expectation: The next phase of Jewish disability inclusion 27 Feb
Over a decade ago, Jewish philanthropists initiated efforts to achieve full inclusion of people with disabilities within Jewish life, shifting the focus from...
27 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Not one more dollar: An open letter I never thought I would have to write 26 Feb
In an impassioned open letter, Tom Sudow criticizes Israeli legislation that seeks to criminalize egalitarian prayer at the Western Wall, urging Jewish organ...
26 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Jewish civil society: From fragmentation to integration 26 Feb
Jewish civil society is facing a critical need for integration rather than maintaining the false dichotomy between security and community engagement, as high...
26 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Beyond symbolic gestures: Three key elements for Black-Jewish partnership  25 Feb
Reflecting on efforts to foster Black-Jewish partnerships during Black History Month, Aarinii Parms-Green, a co-founder of the initiative Still We R.O.S.E., ...
25 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy A frontline response to antisemitism: Jewish education through a counter-extremism lens 25 Feb
Jewish education is increasingly crucial in the fight against antisemitism and extremism, argues Sheryl Saperia, CEO of Secure Canada. As extremism rises, Je...
25 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Amid rising challenges, Jewish day schools nationwide must invest in local collaboration 25 Feb
Jewish day schools face multifaceted challenges in 2026, from economic strain to rising antisemitism and a national teacher shortage. Leaders Peg Sandel and ...
25 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy What we built in Ukraine, and why it still matters 24 Feb
In response to Russia's expanded invasion of Ukraine, a grassroots humanitarian network called UA Support Teams (UAST) emerged, operating across 20 countries...
24 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy The only people entitled to ‘Ukraine fatigue’ are the Ukrainians 24 Feb
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has persisted despite fading global attention, requires steadfast support and engagement, argues David Weisberg. As ex...
24 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Why I support the Ezrat Yisrael egalitarian prayer space, separate from the Kotel  24 Feb
Orthodox Rabbi Kenneth Brander advocates for maintaining the Ezrat Yisrael egalitarian prayer space near the Western Wall, opposing proposed Knesset legislat...
24 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Keeper of the Cup: What a Hillel interim director and the steward of the Stanley Cup have in common 23 Feb
The article draws a unique parallel between the roles of the "Keeper of the Cup" in the NHL and an interim executive director at a Hillel. Just as the Keeper...
23 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Israel and the Haredi conundrum 23 Feb
The article from eJewishPhilanthropy addresses the evolving role of the Haredi community in Israel, particularly in terms of military service. While traditio...
23 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Making space for Jewish thought leadership 20 Feb
Amid growing complexity in Jewish communities, there is increasing interest in Jewish thought leadership as a means of navigating moral and communal challeng...
20 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy We need to invest in Jewish ECE like Jewish life depends on It 19 Feb
Investing in Jewish Early Childhood Education (ECE) is crucial to maintaining active Jewish communities. The article highlights how closures of Jewish presch...
19 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Beyond fight or flight: Building spiritual stamina in the face of antisemitism 19 Feb
In the wake of increased antisemitism following the events of October 2023, Jewish leaders are navigating unprecedented challenges, grappling with internal a...
19 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy You don’t get to define me 18 Feb
A campaign in Canada is attempting to stop the accreditation of Jewish summer camps, claiming these camps propagate support for Israel as a "genocidal, settl...
18 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Jewish education needs tefillah 18 Feb
Rabbi Joshua Cahan advocates for a revitalized approach to tefillah (prayer) in Jewish day schools and camps, suggesting it should be an integral part of bot...
18 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Investing in Jewish life at work 18 Feb
Recognizing the growing trend of Jewish professionals striving to integrate vibrant Jewish life into their workplaces, Clal has developed the Jewish@Work Res...
18 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy When people share in the outcome, purpose becomes real 17 Feb
Delta Air Lines' decision to share $1.3 billion in profits with employees highlights a critical leadership principle: acknowledging the human element in valu...
17 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Sustaining civility in a season of choice 16 Feb
The narrative emphasizes the importance of sustaining unity within the Jewish community as democratic life resumes its usual tensions in Israel and the U.S. ...
16 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy How should Jewish organizations respond to the growing criticism of Israel from inside our communities?    16 Feb
As internal criticism of Israel and the concept of Zionism grows within Jewish communities, surveys reveal nuanced stances among American Jews. Recent data f...
16 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Where the sparks still fly: The future of Jewish supplementary education 13 Feb
Rabbi Joshua Rabin explores the innovative model of the Jewish Kids Groups (JKG) and their Jewish Afterschool Accelerator (JASA) program in Atlanta, emphasiz...
13 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Mental health literacy is a national imperative for Israel, and philanthropy is making it a reality 12 Feb
Israel is confronting a severe mental health crisis exacerbated by recent attacks and ongoing tension. While the clinical mental health system is overwhelmed...
12 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy There for each other, now more than ever 12 Feb
October 7, 2023, marked a day of significant pain and the beginning of a challenging period for Israel, notably exacerbated by rising antisemitism. In this a...
12 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy JFNA gets it right on ‘Zionism’: Words matter 12 Feb
A recent survey by the Jewish Federations of North America highlights a crucial shift in language concerning American Jews and their relationship to Israel. ...
12 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Zionism is worth fighting for 12 Feb
The evolution of Zionism's meaning and its perception among Jews is the focus of this piece, which explores how the term has been greatly misinterpreted and ...
12 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Identity is essential — but ignoring reputation repair is an existential risk 11 Feb
The article by Marnie Black and Mark Mandell critiques Bret Stephens' argument that Jewish identity alone can combat modern antisemitism, positing that repai...
11 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy The Bret Stephens temptation 10 Feb
New York Times columnist Bret Stephens posited that efforts to combat antisemitism are largely wasted, suggesting that antisemites cannot be educated to chan...
10 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy It’s time for nonprofit organizations to rethink their funding strategy 10 Feb
The financial viability of Israeli nonprofits is under significant threat, with 70% facing hardship and a reduction in government and philanthropic support. ...
10 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy American Jews need both security and identity 9 Feb
New York Times columnist Bret Stephens recently sparked discussion by suggesting that American Jews should pivot from focusing primarily on antisemitism to s...
9 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Generative AI reimagines the Blue Square Super Bowl ad in real time 9 Feb
The Jewish community's reaction to the Blue Square Alliance's Super Bowl ad highlights the evolving discourse on antisemitism and the impact of generative AI...
9 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy The best spotters on the front lines of teen mental health? It’s often their peers 9 Feb
The Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) program, championed by The Jewish Education Project and BeWell, empowers Jewish teens to recognize mental health iss...
9 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy The morning after the Super Bowl: The reality facing today’s Jewish teens  9 Feb
For many Jewish teens, the aftermath of the Super Bowl spotlights an everyday battle with antisemitism, as highlighted by a poignant Super Bowl ad from Rober...
9 Feb