Local stories
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YLD’s Big Event Fundraiser features David Spade, celebrates 10 years of big names, big laughs, and big impact
When JUF’s Young Leadership Division hosted its first annual ‘Big Event’ fundraiser in 2008, it…
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Local rabbis give liturgy a 'voice-over'
We’ve all heard the one about when a rabbi walks into a bar, but what…
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JCC Chicago’s ‘Big Idea’ for changing Israel education at camp
Israel at JCC Chicago camps now looks dramatically different today than it did 30, 10,…
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Summer camps thrive through inclusion
Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience camp life—and with more and more summer camps fostering…
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JUF Russian Jewish Division's Gala Fundraiser unites community
A sold-out crowd of 400 people celebrated the 30th anniversary of Freedom Sunday and today’s…
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Developing partnerships in Midwest Jewish camping
Directors from Beber Camp, Camp Interlaken JCC, Camp Moshava Wild Rose, Camp Nageela Midwest, Camp…
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Adult summer camps offer immersive, diverse experiences
While summer camp has traditionally been a rite of passage for children and teenagers, two…
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$5.1 million gift to camping endowment helps ensure Jewish continuity
An anonymous donor has made a $5.1 million contribution to the Jewish United Fund of…
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Chicago Jewish young adults travel to Houston to aid in rebuilding efforts
JUF’s TOV Volunteer Network has partnered with NECHAMA—Jewish Response to Disaster to send a convoy…
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YLD's Big Event Fundraiser, celebrating 10 years, to feature performer James Corden Dec. 9
Ten years ago, a few of JUF's Young Leadership Division board members and professionals dreamed…