The text discusses a trip to Kfar Aza, a kibbutz attacked by Hamas, where the group met strong Israeli women who had lost family members in the attack.

The article discusses the concept of social contracts and covenants, drawing parallels between historical events like the American War of Independence and the French Revolution with the Jewish covenant at Mt. Sinai.

The piece discusses the importance of addressing Jewish poverty within the community, highlighting efforts to collect data on the issue and make progress towards understanding and combatting it.

A grantmaker from the Samis Foundation visited southern Israel, including Sderot and Beeri, to meet with survivors of terror attacks and witness the aftermath.

The article criticizes the inefficiency, bureaucracy, and ineffectiveness of numerous Jewish organizations in responding to challenges facing the Jewish community, such as antisemitism, Israel advocacy, and political threats.

The discussion delves into the intersection of strategy and compassion in Jewish philanthropy, emphasizing the importance of incorporating the concept of Hineni, meaning "Here I am," into giving practices.

The article discusses the balance between strategy and compassion in Jewish philanthropy.

The text responds to Barry Finestone's article on Jewish workforce challenges, discussing the unsustainable stress and demands faced by Jewish communal professionals, affecting their mental and physical health, relationships, and careers.

The article discusses the debate among Jewish funders regarding whether to prioritize giving to Jewish causes or support more universalist values such as tikkun olam.

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.

The recent increase in conversations about Israel and antisemitism in the philanthropic community has overshadowed the opportunity to address the growing hunger among American Jews for Jewish belonging and education.

The Ford Foundation, led by president Darren Walker, has announced its support for immediate humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza and the Middle East, specifically targeting Palestinian civilians affected by the conflict.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant challenges to Jewish communal life, with a focus on financial support and organizational resilience.