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Your gift today does a world of good for so many.
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Thanks to donations like yours, in 2025 JUF and its partner agencies provided:
20,000 local people with meals, food deliveries and holiday packages
64,000 Chicagoans in need with medical care
49,000 people with mental health and wellness services
Get Involved
From baby to bubbe, there are endless ways for everyone to participate in Jewish life with JUF.
College
Helping Illinois students navigate Jewish life, learning and Israel—and providing resources to fight antisemitism on campus.
Find a Hillel on your campus or explore internships, scholarships and opportunities to travel to Israel.
Young Adults
Welcoming Chicago-area Jews in their 20s and 30s to share experiences and to make a difference in Chicago, Israel and around the world.
Whether you’re new to Chicago, looking to volunteer, meet new people, learn more about Judaism, network or play dodgeball, our programs and events have got you covered.
Young Families
Connecting families to Jewish life in Chicago
From welcoming a newborn and finding your tribe to choosing the right Jewish preschool to receiving free Jewish books for your kids, our programs help families experience and celebrate the joys of Jewish life.
Teens
Offering Chicagoland Jewish teens meaningful experiences, new friendships and exciting ways to make a difference in the community.
JUF Teens offers programs in leadership development, volunteering, Israel advocacy, philanthropy and more.
Women
Join Jewish women to make a profound impact on our community locally, in Israel and around the world.
Whether your interests lie in education, networking, fundraising or community service, we provide wonderful opportunities to meet other women who share your passions and raise crucial dollars for our community.
Professionals
Providing networking opportunities for Jewish professionals and business leaders to come together and make a difference.
Our JUF Professionals Network is the largest network of Jewish professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners in Chicago, offering access to high-level business leaders and networking opportunities.