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The article explores the intertwining themes of Parshat Balak and its haftarah, the prophecy of Micha, emphasizing the notion that Jewish destiny is divinely...

Jonathan Cannon, in his reflection on the Torah portion Balak, explores the symbolic role of tents in Jewish tradition and community. He contrasts the open, ...

Rachel Glidiner's opening remarks, delivered at the 2026 SRE Network Convening, highlight the essential work of promoting gender equity within the Jewish com...

Sapir, a quarterly journal funded by the Maimonides Fund, is celebrating its fifth anniversary with 40,000 readers, marking a significant shift in American J...

Roz and Jerry Rothstein, co-founders of StandWithUs, emphasize the importance of continuing to fight antisemitism despite its entrenched history and recent r...

Global Jewry, launched three years ago, aims to connect Jewish organizations across different backgrounds to build a more integrated network of Jewish life. ...

Short films are an often-overlooked yet powerful tool for Jewish funders aiming to promote diverse and innovative Jewish storytelling. The article highlights...

Seth Cohen emphasizes that optimism about Israel's future isn't naive but a deliberate act of moral resistance against despair and stagnation. Drawing from y...

The article highlights a critical deficiency in addressing antisemitism on American college campuses: the need for informed and competent mid-level administr...

Mark Charendoff, president of the Maimonides Fund, critiques the prevalent educational philosophy of "meeting learners where they are" in Israel education, a...

The "Men to Mensches" (M2M) program at Penn State Hillel addresses the challenge of engaging Jewish men in campus activities. Supported by the Maimonides Fun...

Rabbi Rachael Klein Miller reflects on her experiences addressing doubts about God and Zionism among young people. She finds that both often stem from simpli...

Institutions within the North American Jewish community have long invested in Israel education through various targeted programs like campus initiatives and ...

Traveling to Central Africa, Rabbi Mendy Chitrik reflects on the unique challenges and responsibilities of sustaining Jewish life in the region, highlighting...

The article explores the role of AI in enhancing efficiency for Jewish nonprofits by streamlining tasks like drafting appeal letters and segmenting donor lis...

Keshet, an organization dedicated to LGBTQ+ inclusion within the Jewish community, has successfully implemented strategies to combat professional burnout amo...

Legacy giving is increasingly seen as a crucial financial strategy for Jewish communities in North America, addressing challenges like demographic changes an...

The article discusses a conference at the University of Cincinnati focused on the Abraham Accords and regional cooperation, which was marred by protests from...

Debbie Wasserman, new president of the International Council of Jewish Women, emphasizes the importance of grassroots interfaith dialogues in combating relig...

The CAJE and Spertus Institute's Certificate in Israel Leadership initiative aims to revolutionize Israel education in Jewish day schools by developing leade...

Young Jewish leaders from across the U.S., representing diverse Zionist perspectives, are bridging ideological divides through the American Zionist Youth Cou...

Sara Crown Star, in her acceptance speech for the Simon Wiesenthal Center's Humanitarian Award, highlights the evolution of antisemitic tactics from historic...

Jewish nonprofits often experience stagnant donor growth, not from lack of effort or passion, but due to a missing systematic approach to engaging potential ...

Jay Solomon, chief advancement officer of Hillel Ontario, reflects on the evolving strategies for Jewish student engagement on campus. Traditional methods ce...

Amid increasing cyber threats exacerbated by advancements in artificial intelligence, Jewish organizations are urged to prioritize their digital security alo...

Leaders in Jewish education provide insights on the current state of the field, exploring advancements and challenges across various sectors since the pandem...

David Bryfman, CEO of The Jewish Education Project, discusses the pivotal role of Jewish education in shaping a future that is wiser than the present. Reflec...

Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia tackled donor fatigue by shifting their fundraising strategy from event-driven approaches to foc...

Philanthropy has played a crucial role in addressing the immediate needs in northern Israel during a crisis, stepping in where the government could not initi...

Rabbi Jill Jacobs argues against the Jewish establishment's decision to boycott New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani due to his pro-Palestinian stance. She hig...

The article critically examines the decision of Truah, a human rights organization with a large rabbinic membership, to invite a New York politician, Mayor Z...

Yoni Shimshoni, a retired IDF brigadier general, calls on American Jewish leaders to vocalize their concerns about Israel's current government policies. In a...

Amidst the rise of artificial intelligence in Jewish philanthropic organizations, a tension emerges: while AI promises efficiency in operations and donor man...

Israeli nonprofits, which form a critical part of the nation's social infrastructure, are increasingly vulnerable to currency exchange fluctuations, particul...

In light of recent events that have intensified the need for strong Jewish identity among American youth, this article argues for the expansion of Jewish day...

Antisemitism is evolving beyond visible extremist acts into a pervasive, ambient presence in online environments, driven by conspiracy theories and ideologic...

Jewish joy is increasingly being highlighted in communal life, moving beyond traditional celebrations to encompass deeper, more enduring connections and resp...

Maayan Dee, a survivor of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on the Nova music festival in Israel, shares her emotional journey of healing and resilience as s...

The relationship between New York City's Jewish community and its Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, remains fraught with tension following the Israel Day Parade on Fift...

Rabbi Yael Dadoun argues for reshaping how Israel is discussed, particularly when teaching future generations in Jewish communities. She challenges the preva...

Funding for organizations focused on strengthening Israeli democracy is significantly lacking compared to the demand and urgency of the subject. A recent stu...

In the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, Jewish communities in North America are witnessing a significant shift in leadership dynamics. Tr...

Burnout among early childhood educators in Jewish settings is a growing concern, exacerbated by longstanding issues of low pay and lack of mental health supp...

Canadian Jewry, like other middle powers, is defined not by size but by its unique perspective and influence, particularly through its smaller communities. W...

Jewish communities excel in emergency response, but they are currently ill-equipped to address the chronic issue of household debt affecting many Jewish fami...

Scott McGrath highlights the crucial role of organizational transformation in achieving sustainable fundraising growth at American Friends of Bar-Ilan Univer...

Melissa Garlick discusses the critical role Jewish Employee Resource Groups (JERGs) play in enhancing resilience and belonging for Jewish individuals in the ...

Reflecting on the challenges men face in contemporary society, Zack Wainer and Isaac Kurtz address the underrepresentation of men in Jewish communal life and...

The article explores the essential role of follow-up in both trauma care for Israeli soldiers and integration within Diaspora Jewish communities. Drawing par...

During times of sustained uncertainty, exacerbated by events like the Oct. 7 attacks and the rise in antisemitism, Jewish learning offers a vital resilience ...