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eJewishPhilanthropy Beyond the ramp: Why intellectual accessibility is the next frontier of Jewish inclusion 2 Feb

As Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) unfolds, the focus on ensuring physical access within Jewish communities is expandi...

2 Feb

eJewishPhilanthropy Bringing philanthropy’s foundations into focus 2 Feb

The series "Foundations in Focus," developed by Yossi Prager, addresses key challenges in American Jewish philanthropy. This initiative offers practical advi...

2 Feb

eJewishPhilanthropy Creating rituals for the transitions of aging 1 Feb

As people live longer due to advances in science and medicine, there is a growing need for new Jewish rituals to mark the transitions of aging, a life stage ...

1 Feb

eJewishPhilanthropy Tu B’Shevat: A winter reminder of our roots 30 Jan

Tu BShevat, traditionally known as the holiday of the trees, serves as a poignant reminder of the Jewish connection to Israel, even amidst harsh North Americ...

30 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy We know the Jewish world is global — but we also need to experience it 30 Jan

Reflecting on a century-old story of two Sephardic Jewish immigrants shouting "Yehudi!" in Seattle to find community, the importance of experiencing and conn...

30 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy The invisible war Nova survivors are still fighting 30 Jan

In the aftermath of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire following the attacks of October 7, 2023, survivors of the Nova music festival and bereaved families continue ...

30 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy The trouble with the Big Jewish Letter 29 Jan

The article critiques the "Big Jewish Letter" phenomenon, a commonly used method of public protest in the Jewish community, highlighting its failure to effec...

29 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Building the next table: Shaping the culture of communal leadership 29 Jan

The Ambassadors Young Leadership Program, initiated by the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, is a new 13-month leadership deve...

29 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy How to turn a thank-you into a lasting donor connection 28 Jan

Many nonprofits miss the opportunity to engage donors meaningfully, often resorting to perfunctory acknowledgments. Catherine Reed of American Friends of Mag...

28 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Tragedy alone will not create change 28 Jan

Leslie Zane and Mark Mandell argue that the magnitude of a tragedy, like antisemitic attacks, does not inherently prompt lasting social change. They emphasiz...

28 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy To combat hate, we need more than coordination — we need an interdisciplinary approach 27 Jan

Kenneth S. Stern advocates for an interdisciplinary approach to combat hate, drawing parallels between the fields of medicine and hate studies. He highlights...

27 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy I thought I understood the Holocaust — until I walked through Auschwitz 27 Jan

Dahlia Crawford, an Afro-Latina high school junior, shares her transformative experience visiting Auschwitz with Success Academy charter schools. Initially u...

27 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy The power of recognition 26 Jan

In "The Power of Recognition," Winnie Sandler Grinspoon, president of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, highlights the significance of acknowledging Jewish pr...

26 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy A trauma-informed look at giving and community resilience 26 Jan

Amid recent heightened philanthropic giving in the U.S., there is a concerning trend of fewer donors making larger contributions and a decline in smaller, co...

26 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Antisemitism laws can protect you, but you have to understand them 25 Jan

The persistence of antisemitism, despite data indicating a plateau, reveals a deeply-rooted societal issue that continues to threaten Jewish communities glob...

25 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy What ancient Egypt’s Jewry can teach American Jewry 23 Jan

Parshat Bo outlines the final chapter of ancient Egyptian Jewry, drawing parallels to the experiences and lessons for American Jews today. The story of Josep...

23 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy In polarizing times, Jewish professionals need constructive dialogue skills 23 Jan

Tiffany Harris, the Chief Program Officer of Mem Global, underscores the importance of constructive dialogue for Jewish professionals amidst increasing polit...

23 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy NYC plaques honoring antisemitic war criminals are an abomination 23 Jan

In light of the upcoming International Holocaust Remembrance Day, there's a renewed call to remove plaques in New York City honoring Philippe Pétain and Pier...

23 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy What the war in Ukraine is teaching Jewish philanthropy about sustained care 22 Jan

Jewish philanthropy's response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine highlights the need for adaptability in long-term support strategies. Large organizations pro...

22 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy On Marion Wiesel’s first yahrzeit, follow her example with a mitzvah 22 Jan

Marking the first yahrzeit of Marion Wiesel, this reflection emphasizes her profound impact as a Holocaust survivor and advocate for Holocaust memory, unders...

22 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Teaching about Iranian Jews today 21 Jan

Dan Osborn highlights the overlooked history of Iranian Jews, advocating for their inclusion in American educational curriculums to reflect a fuller picture ...

21 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy The rabbinate isn’t in crisis because of text — it’s about leadership 21 Jan

Rabbi David Baum argues that the challenges facing the contemporary rabbinate are not rooted in insufficient textual mastery, but rather in a lack of leaders...

21 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy A national student Shabbaton 20 years in the making 20 Jan

More than 300 Jewish student leaders from over 25 Canadian universities gathered in Toronto for a national Shabbaton, the first such event in nearly 20 years...

20 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Setting the agenda: 6 priorities for strengthening the Jewish community and Israel in 2026 20 Jan

In "Setting the agenda: 6 priorities for strengthening the Jewish community and Israel in 2026," leading philanthropic voices outline strategic priorities to...

20 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy How bridge-building through service can heal divides — and curb antisemitism 16 Jan

In an inspiring reflection on social cohesion, Cindy Greenberg, the president of Repair the World, highlights the transformative power of service as a tool t...

16 Jan

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