In the past few months since returning to the Foundation and focusing on Jewish education, engagement, and leadership development, I have observed a marked and positive development: the seamless inclusion of the voices of a next generation of leaders.
From the Jim Joseph Foundation
More than two years ago, the Foundation began a major process to examine our grantmaking strategies and desired outcomes.
Partners in the News
The Judaism Unbound podcast hosted Barry Finestone, President and CEO of the Jim Joseph Foundation, and Josh Miller, Chief Program Officer, to discuss the Foundation’s recently-completed two-year strategic planning process that led to new grantmaking…
From the Professional Team
As we enter 5780, it is a time to take stock of what we have been in the past and what we choose to bring into the future. I find myself in an interesting and unique role, returning to a team at the Jim Joseph Foundation that I was a part of five years ago.
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Each summer, thousands of North American college-age students experience daily life in Israel—and what it takes to succeed there professionally—through Onward Israel’s two-month professional internship in Israel.
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In an effort to pull back the curtain on the many challenges posed by leadership transitions, Leading Edge recently commissioned a series of case studies profiling CEO transitions at six different major Jewish organizations across the country
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Recently, five of the wealthiest foundations in America announced that they will do more to help their grantees cover overhead expenses.
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Rabbi Joseph Berman’s sermon for the Jewish High Holidays, which begin Sunday at sunset, highlights a core ethos of this new synagogue in Northwest Washington — Jews aren’t just white people from Europe.
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A multi-year, comprehensive research project addressing the recruitment, retention, and development of educators working in Jewish settings in North America is underway, led by CASJE (Consortium for Applied Studies in Jewish Education) and conducted…
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In the midst of its second decade, Hadar offers a powerful, immersive Jewish text learning environment that empowers Jews to create vibrant, egalitarian communities of Torah, Avodah, and Hesed.
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One of the roles foundations play in American society is that of “venture capitalists” in the social sector.
From the Professional Team
The Jim Joseph Foundation is dedicated to acting with deep kavanah (intention) to foster compelling, effective learning experiences for young Jews.
Partners in the News
Pulling back the curtain on professional growth and development for teen education and engagement professionals in Boston.