eJewishPhilanthropy
Fighting fire with fire
16 Jan
The article explores the symbolic and literal meanings of fire within Judaism, contrasting its warmth and eternal symbolism with its destruction in acts of a...
16 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
Don’t wait for the next headline to support Jewish students
15 Jan
In the aftermath of the October 7 attacks involving Israel and Hamas, antisemitism has notably increased on college campuses, with a surge in incidents repor...
15 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
We need a different model: From tuition to stipends
15 Jan
Rabbi Matthew Goldstone, in response to the Atra report "From Calling to Career: Mapping the Current State and Future of Rabbinic Leadership," argues that th...
15 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
How the language of Jewish Peoplehood can move us forward from the current crisis
15 Jan
In light of the recent challenges facing Jews globally after the events of October 7, Shlomi Ravid highlights the need to refocus on the foundational aspects...
15 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
The future of peacebuilding depends on bridging a growing generational divide
14 Jan
With the peacebuilding efforts between Israelis and Palestinians facing an increased generational divide post-October 7, 2023, the Arava Institute for Enviro...
14 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
We finally have data on the rabbinate. The reactions are a dataset, too.
14 Jan
Data on the non-Haredi rabbinate and its pipeline, as revealed in "From Calling to Career: Mapping the Current State and Future of Rabbinic Leadership," has ...
14 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
How we built a CAD 50 million pan-Canadian coalition for the regeneration of Israel’s north
13 Jan
The Canadian Jewish community mobilized quickly and effectively in response to the crises faced by their partnership regions in Israel, notably raising $140 ...
13 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
The path forward for securing Jewish communities
13 Jan
In the wake of rising antisemitism and recent attacks, Jewish federations are increasingly prioritizing security as a fundamental aspect of communal Jewish l...
13 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
From Soviet shadows to American sunlight: An antisemitism cycle we’ve seen before
12 Jan
Gennady Favel explores the cyclical nature of antisemitism by reflecting on Jewish experiences in the Soviet Union and drawing parallels with rising antisemi...
12 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
For tomorrow’s rabbinate, we must up our game
12 Jan
Rabbi Daniel Landes, reflecting on over fifty years of experience in training rabbis, discusses the current crisis in rabbinic education and recruitment high...
12 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
God as Creator, Wisdom, Love, Mystery: Frameworks for approaching the Divine
9 Jan
Rabbi Avraham Maimin's piyyut, El Mistater, reflects on the hidden nature of God, laying the groundwork for a discussion on contemporary Jewish engagement wi...
9 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
From invisibility to connection: Seeing and being seen
9 Jan
Exploring the pervasive theme of invisibility, especially within community settings, this article reflects on the impact of being seen and acknowledged. Draw...
9 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
No, it’s not time to ‘retire’ tikkun olam
9 Jan
In the aftermath of the October 7th attacks, the Jewish concept of tikkun olam, or world repair, has come under scrutiny, prompting discussions about its rol...
9 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
From Bondi Beach to the next crisis: Why the first hour matters
8 Jan
The article highlights the swift and coordinated response of the Jewish Agency for Israel following a deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah, em...
8 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
Launch a decade of renewal, now
8 Jan
As the political landscape in the U.S. shifts and American Jewry faces fragmentation, Gidi Grinstein advocates for bold leadership to initiate a decade of re...
8 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
American Jewry’s future lies not on the coasts but in its heartland
8 Jan
As American Jewish communities face unprecedented challenges including rising antisemitism and expectations to distance from Israel, there is a pressing need...
8 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
The promise and perils of pluralism: Lessons from a midsized Hillel and a model for the Jewish future
7 Jan
The article explores the challenges and opportunities of fostering pluralism within Jewish communities, using the example of a midsized Hillel at the Univers...
7 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
From burning out to burning brighter: A framework for serving those who serve
7 Jan
Jewish human service agencies across North America and Israel are grappling with systemic burnout due to rising mental health needs, antisemitism, and geopol...
7 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
Disability inclusion is ‘outside our scope’? Think again
6 Jan
Disability inclusion is often mistakenly perceived as a niche concern, distinct from the central endeavors of Jewish life. However, inclusion is integral to ...
6 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
What Orthodoxy has to offer for non-Orthodox Jews — and no, it’s not ‘kiruv’
6 Jan
Prompted by a post-October 7 resurgence in interest among American Jews for a meaningful Jewish life, this piece by Dovid Bashevkin argues for broader adapta...
6 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
10 things I learned this past year about Jewish philanthropy
5 Jan
Reflecting on the evolving landscape of Jewish philanthropy in 2025, significant shifts have occurred in donor psychology and organizational strategies. Indi...
5 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
Resilience in practice: Why hospitals are key to northern Israel’s renewal
5 Jan
In a challenging year marked by conflict and uncertainty, northern Israel showcased extraordinary resilience with the establishment of the Helmsley Rehabilit...
5 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy
A Zionist giving agenda for 2026
23 Dec 2025
In a bold vision for philanthropic engagement in 2026, Gil Troy argues for a strategic reorientation of Jewish and Zionist giving. Highlighting an existing c...
23 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
How culture shapes community: 10 practices from The Partnership for Jewish Learning and Life
23 Dec 2025
In a detailed recount of the formation and evolution of The Partnership for Jewish Learning and Life, the author shares ten foundational practices that shape...
23 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
The unseen bereaved: Why it will take us all for Israel to recover
23 Dec 2025
The founder of OneFamily, Marc Belzberg, highlights the increased demand for support in Israel following the emotional devastation caused by the events of Oc...
23 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Listening, witnessing and sharing the light: An approach to interfaith partnership
22 Dec 2025
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...
22 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Why I refuse to choose between Jewish peoplehood and Jewish red lines this Hanukkah
22 Dec 2025
The article discusses the tension between advocating for Jewish peoplehood, promoting unity, and establishing boundaries within the Jewish community, especia...
22 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Don’t overlook the denominator in the Jewish talent pipeline crisis
21 Dec 2025
Many Jewish communities face a talent pipeline crisis, with struggles to recruit and retain professionals in roles like education and the rabbinate. While ef...
21 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
After the gunshots fade, hate keeps taking its toll
19 Dec 2025
Antisemitism is resurging with alarming frequency and intensity worldwide, as evidenced by recent violent attacks and acts of vandalism targeting Jewish comm...
19 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Placing the light in the window
19 Dec 2025
Rabbi Ariana Capptauber reflects on her experiences educating children from diverse backgrounds about Hanukkah in Central Pennsylvania. She emphasizes the im...
19 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Fueling the light of later years: Reclaiming adult engagement
18 Dec 2025
Jewish adults over 50 are increasingly feeling marginalized by Jewish communal institutions, which often focus on youth and the elderly. This demographic, co...
18 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
This the moment Jewish leadership was built for
18 Dec 2025
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...
18 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Rabbinical training doesn’t have a pipeline problem — we have a preparation problem
17 Dec 2025
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...
17 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
After Bondi Beach, reclaiming difference in an age of sameness
17 Dec 2025
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...
17 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
The Impact Forum and the next chapter of Jewish philanthropy
16 Dec 2025
Adam Milstein reflects on his journey from a business career to becoming a strategic venture philanthropist, focusing on combating antisemitism, supporting I...
16 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
The bar mitzvah next door to the Bondi Beach shooting
15 Dec 2025
A bar mitzvah celebration in Bondi Beach, Sydney, became the backdrop for a traumatic experience when a nearby shooting disrupted the event. The festivities,...
15 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Is the sacred becoming political?
15 Dec 2025
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...
15 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
I was at Bondi Beach last week. Our concerns were ignored
15 Dec 2025
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...
15 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Hanukkah and the long-term value of short-term thinking
12 Dec 2025
Reflecting on the differing rabbinic opinions of Beit Shammai and Beit Hillel on the sequence of lighting Hanukkah candles, Rabbi Matthew J. Rosenberg explor...
12 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Grow hope with us this Hanukkah
12 Dec 2025
JCC Chicago is spearheading a movement to foster positivity and community resilience through its Growing Hope initiative. Inspired by the Violins of Hope Chi...
12 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Refusing to hide our light
12 Dec 2025
In examining the persistent fear faced by American Jews in displaying their Jewish identity, particularly the menorah during Hanukkah, Sara Fredman Aeder dra...
12 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
The timeless link: Why investing in grandparents secures the Jewish future
11 Dec 2025
Grandparents play a crucial role in securing Jewish continuity and identity within families, as shared by Debra Debs Weinberg in eJewishPhilanthropy. With an...
11 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Curiosity and the Jewish education of teens
11 Dec 2025
BBYO, a leading Jewish youth organization, plays a critical role in shaping the educational journey of Jewish teens by focusing on experiential learning rath...
11 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Jewish education is too important to sit this one out
10 Dec 2025
Jewish education leaders are urging the community to participate in shaping a new federal scholarship tax credit program that can significantly aid Jewish sc...
10 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
The stories we carry, the future we build
9 Dec 2025
Following the October 7, 2023 attacks, the Jewish Parent Academy (JPA), a grassroots movement initially founded by Russian-speaking Jewish (RSJ) parents, has...
9 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
The Jewish future is calling — and AJU is answering
9 Dec 2025
Faced with the complexities of evolving Jewish identity and engagement, the American Jewish University (AJU) under President Jay Sanderson is redefining Jewi...
9 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Why humanity matters most: One Israeli foundation’s post-Oct. 7 experience
9 Dec 2025
Navigating the chaotic aftermath of the October 7 attacks, The Neeman Foundation, an Israeli charitable institution, underscores the necessity of maintaining...
9 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
We have an opportunity to revamp liberal rabbinic education and Jewish lay leadership
8 Dec 2025
Rabbi Rebecca W. Sirbu argues that the current moment is ideal for reevaluating and reforming rabbinic education and synagogue structures, especially in ligh...
8 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
The changing field of synagogue Hebrew education comes into focus
8 Dec 2025
The 2025 Hebrew Snapshot Survey highlights the significant shifts occurring in synagogue Hebrew education, emphasizing a move from a singular focus on prayer...
8 Dec 2025
eJewishPhilanthropy
Children’s online safety bills are our chance to name hate
7 Dec 2025
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...
7 Dec 2025