eJewishPhilanthropy Reflections on the unimaginable 2 Feb
The author reflects on the impact of watching footage of Hamas terrorist attacks, particularly focusing on the heartbreaking story of a father and his two yo...
2 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Yearning to breathe free 2 Feb
The article discusses the importance of Refugee Shabbat, an event organized by HIAS, which aims to advocate for compassionate refugee policies. The author, w...
2 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy Transforming Jewish disability education: Turning good intentions into tangible outcomes 1 Feb
The Shiluv program aims to transform Jewish disability education by shifting attitudes and promoting true inclusion. Traditional disability awareness trainin...
1 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy The greatest form of tzedakah 31 Jan
In this op-ed, the author reflects on the need for Jewish philanthropy to support Jewish refugees who have been internally displaced due to the ongoing war i...
31 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy What does Israel education look like post-Oct. 7?  30 Jan
Following the events of October 7, Israel educators and engagement professionals are reevaluating the Israel story they tell. Nonprofit organization itrek, w...
30 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy The conveyor belt mentality 29 Jan
This article discusses the importance of building a sustainable and visually appealing website for a Jewish nonprofit organization. The author draws a compar...
29 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy What we need to build Jewish roots for our youngest families 26 Jan
The author, a professor of Jewish studies, shares her experience of struggling to find consistent and meaningful ways to engage her young children with Jewis...
26 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Rooted in darkness, reaching for the sun 25 Jan
The author reflects on the significance of Tu B'Shevat, the New Year for the Trees, which often falls during the summer in the Southern Hemisphere. They expl...
25 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Unleashing the power of philanthropy for climate action 25 Jan
In this article, Jennifer Laszlo Mizrahi discusses the importance of Jewish philanthropy in addressing climate change. She emphasizes that Jews have a deep c...
25 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Now is the time to invest — in Jews of different backgrounds 24 Jan
There is currently a critical opportunity for the Jewish community to invest in Jewish education and identity organizations, as there is a newfound demand fo...
24 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Finding an accessible vehicle for Israel-Diaspora connection 23 Jan
SparkIL, a peer-to-peer lending platform, is providing emergency loans of up to NIS 100,000 ($27,000) to Israeli small businesses affected by the current war...
23 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy How do we prepare for our nation’s mental health tsunami? 23 Jan
Israeli mental health professionals are preparing for an increase in mental health cases following the terrorist attacks by Hamas on Oct. 7. Already, 1 in 3 ...
23 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Learning as healing 22 Jan
The article discusses the importance of pluralism within Jewish and Israel education. It highlights the iCenter's iFellows program, which brings together stu...
22 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy With antisemitism skyrocketing, American universities need to adopt the IHRA working definition of antisemitism now 22 Jan
The surge in antisemitic incidents, both in the United States and globally, necessitates immediate action from American universities and international instit...
22 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Feeding the hunger for Jewish belonging and education 19 Jan
The recent increase in conversations about Israel and antisemitism in the philanthropic community has overshadowed the opportunity to address the growing hun...
19 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Our community is suffering. Let’s create more Jewish-positive experiences. 18 Jan
The recent terrorist attack on Oct. 7 has reminded the Jewish community of the fragility of Jewish life, leading to an increase in antisemitism and hate crim...
18 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy The ROI of funding Jewish schools 18 Jan
The ROI of funding Jewish schools is an article discussing the importance of investing in Jewish communal infrastructure, specifically in the context of Jewi...
18 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Build back better, together 17 Jan
The article discusses the challenges faced by Israel in terms of environmental degradation and conflicts, but also highlights the potential for resilience an...
17 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Rolling the Torah scroll from Simchat Torah to Bereishit 16 Jan
The author reflects on their visit to the National Library of Israel and describes it as a place filled with people from different backgrounds and religions,...
16 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Peoplehood, solidarity and teen engagement in wartime 12 Jan
The article discusses the importance of engaging young people and fostering solidarity in the face of antisemitism and the challenges of wartime. It highligh...
12 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Jewish ‘safe spaces’ are not the answer  12 Jan
Prominent Jewish leaders have called for Jewish students and donors to abandon Ivy League universities due to campus antisemitism and other problems in highe...
12 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy A journey of healing is possible even after unthinkable loss, but the right help along the way is critical 11 Jan
The author, Rabbi Seth Mandell, shares his personal experience of losing his 13-year-old son in a terror attack and discusses the long-term process of grief ...
11 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Ten principles for leadership in a post-Oct. 7 world 10 Jan
Jewish professionals in leadership roles are facing unique challenges in the wake of recent events in Israel. In order to effectively lead and support others...
10 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy The Kindertransport’s complex legacy 9 Jan
The Kindertransport, which brought over 10,000 child refugees, primarily Jewish, to Britain in the late 1930s, is often portrayed as a successful state-run r...
9 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Goodbye, Columbia 8 Jan
The author discusses the opportunity to change American higher education, particularly the Jewish experience within it, due to the declining confidence in hi...
8 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Generation gap 5 Jan
The author reflects on their experience growing up in the Reform movement and how it shaped their Jewish identity. They discuss the fusion of Jewish traditio...
5 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Torah is more than a career path 4 Jan
In this article, the author discusses the trend of attaching career goals and qualifications to women's Torah study. While offering college credits and train...
4 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Young Jewish leaders in Latin America are seeking a voice 3 Jan
A recent gathering of young Jewish leaders from Latin America and the U.S. revealed a common concern: the lack of opportunities for young professionals to as...
3 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy What is your ‘mission impact’? 3 Jan
The CEO of TAMID Group, Yoni Heilman, shares his perspective on the current conflict in Israel and its impact on his organization. He describes the four fron...
3 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy From hero to host: The role of North American philanthropy in moving Israel forward 2 Jan
The Jewish philanthropic community in North America has played a crucial role in supporting Israel during times of crisis, raising millions of dollars for re...
2 Jan
eJewishPhilanthropy Safety, respect and equity is for #UsToo 21 Dec 2023
The article discusses the need for safety, respect, and equity in light of recent acts of violence and antisemitism. It highlights the importance of addressi...
21 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Images of horror 21 Dec 2023
Sherri Mandell, the mother of a 13-year-old boy who was murdered by terrorists in Israel, reflects on the release of videos documenting a recent massacre and...
21 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Cultivating the future of Jewish leadership — through music 20 Dec 2023
Judaism Alive, a nonprofit organization, aims to address the growing need for Jewish leadership in North America. Recognizing the shortage of inspiring Jewis...
20 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Building a coalition for good: How we mobilized 30,000 students for the historic march on Washington 20 Dec 2023
In response to the recent attack by Hamas, the North American Jewish community mobilized to show their connection to Israel. Young Judaea, a Zionist youth mo...
20 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy The real philanthropy success story 19 Dec 2023
Philanthropy played a crucial role in the response to the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas. Nonprofits like IsraAid and NATAL in Israel, as well as t...
19 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy What is essential? 18 Dec 2023
The article discusses the philanthropic response following the events of October 7th in Israel, highlighting both positive and concerning trends. The outpour...
18 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy 10 years on, the impact of Biden’s Holocaust survivor initiative is still growing 18 Dec 2023
In 2013, then-Vice President Joe Biden launched the White House Holocaust Survivor Initiative, a program aimed at addressing the unique needs of Holocaust su...
18 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Lessons in leadership from Rabbi David Ellenson, z”l 15 Dec 2023
Rabbi David Ellenson, a respected Jewish leader and scholar, is being remembered for his kindness, warmth, and menschlichkeit. He demonstrated effective lead...
15 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Am Yisrael Chai: 10 takeaways from 10 days in Israel 15 Dec 2023
A recent visit to Israel revealed several insights. Israel is negotiating for the return of hostages held by a terrorist organization, Hamas, which does not ...
15 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy ‘Something has broken’: Teachers in Israel are straining to provide stability and support for their students 14 Dec 2023
Teachers in Israel are facing immense challenges in providing stability and support for their students amidst ongoing rocket attacks. Researchers from Brande...
14 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy In Poland, community carries us through challenging times 14 Dec 2023
Hillel Poland is a community organization that provides a space for Jewish young adults in Poland to explore their Jewish identity and connect with others. I...
14 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Planning for an unknown future 13 Dec 2023
The article discusses the challenges that leaders face in times of uncertainty and the need for decisive action. It highlights the unprecedented destruction ...
13 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy How do we show up for Israel right now?  12 Dec 2023
The current situation in Israel calls for showing support through volunteering and strategic philanthropic efforts. The goal is to empower and build resilien...
12 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy The ROI of funding Jewish communal infrastructure in a post-Oct. 7 world 11 Dec 2023
This article discusses the importance of investing in Jewish communal infrastructure in light of the October 7th massacre in Israel and the subsequent rise i...
11 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Jews who sit outside 11 Dec 2023
This article explores the history and mindset behind Jewish critics of Israel. It discusses how some American Jewish organizations were initially non-Zionist...
11 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy In turbulent times, we must keep fighting for human rights 8 Dec 2023
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations in 1948, remains an important document that sets out the ideals of human dignity and...
8 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy The bargain the Maccabees didn’t take (and we shouldn’t either) 8 Dec 2023
In this article, the author discusses the idea of Jews making sacrifices, both physical and spiritual, in order to be accepted by society. The author cites t...
8 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Supporting managers when they need it most 7 Dec 2023
The recent attacks on Israel and the outbreak of war have put a tremendous strain on Jewish organizations and their employees. Managers, in particular, are b...
7 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Birthright Israel’s important role in the aftermath of the war 6 Dec 2023
The chair of the board of Birthright Israel Foundation, Phil de Toledo, describes his recent solidarity mission to Israel in the aftermath of the war. He hig...
6 Dec 2023
eJewishPhilanthropy Understanding the Jewish nonprofit world, both before and after Oct. 7 5 Dec 2023
The Jewish nonprofit sector in North America has faced significant challenges and changes in the past few months. Leading Edge has released a report called "...
5 Dec 2023