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Israeli organization trains Bronzeville faith, community leaders in trauma resilience
NATAL, an Israeli NGO that seeks to advance the resiliency of Israeli society by addressing…
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Gubernatorial candidates J.B Pritzker, Gov. Rauner address community leaders
Gubernatorial candidates J.B. Pritzker and Gov. Bruce Rauner took the podium at separate JUF forums.
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13 ways to love your neighbor
Bar and bat mitzvah projects for all interests
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Ten students picked for JUF Israel Experience Scholarships
Winners were selected for their involvement in multiple activities (Jewish and secular), their leadership roles,…
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Bringing his faith to the field
Coby Kamish has been bringing his faith with him to the baseball diamond—wearing his yarmulke under his cap and his tzitzit underneath his jersey.
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JUF’s Breakthrough Fund: Fueling innovation, and better ways to help
This year, The Breakthrough Fund is providing nearly $1 million to 15 initiatives.
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Opioid addiction: A Jewish issue
There is a pervasive myth that addiction is not a Jewish issue, that our values…
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JUF and Oy!Chicago announce seventh annual Jewish “36 Under 36” list
The list shines a spotlight on the faces of Chicago's Jewish future and recognizes the…
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Inspired learning strengthens Chicago’s Jewish community
Chicago’s Jewish community is vibrant, thanks in part to rich opportunities for Jewish education.
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Cracking the Code: Understand the differences among genetic tests
Jason Rothstein talks about the major categories of genetic testing you might encounter, what they're…