Local stories
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Chicago-area high schoolers allocate over 60K to change lives through Voices
In its 13th year, Voices: Chicago Jewish Teen Foundation did what it has done from…
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One young Jewish woman goes public with her positive outlook—on testing positive for BRCA
When the geneticist called to tell me I was BRCA positive, the tone in her…
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YLD: A year in review
I’ve been honored to serve as president of JUF’s Young Leadership Division board this year.…
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Dr. Jane Shapiro of Orot named 2017 Covenant Award recipient
Dr. Jane Shapiro, co-founder of Orot: Center for New Jewish Learning in Skokie, is one…
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Thoughts on second acts, second steps
Sequels can be a hit or miss, can't they? You can end up with Speed…
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Community honors Elaine Frank on her 100th birthday
Community and business leader Elaine Frank was honored on her 100th birthday at the April…
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CFJE holds ‘Community Conversations on Israel Education’
JUF’s Community Foundation for Jewish Education convened more than 150 educators, clergy, and other Jewish…
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JUF awards security grants to local institutions
In a significant move to enhance the security of local Jewish institutions, JUF has made…
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JUF’s Community Foundation for Jewish Education grants build upon best that congregational, early childhood education programs offer
More than $307,000 is being awarded to 25 synagogues, schools and programs to foster best…
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JUF's Breakthrough Fund awards more than $1.1 million to encourage smart growth and innovation
For the fourth straight year, JUF’s Breakthrough Fund is funding leading-edge local programs and initiatives…