Guide Letter: I
The Guide to Jewish Living offers a comprehensive, up-to-date directory of Chicago-area Jewish organizations, resources, products, and services. The guide acts as a community driven lexicon sponsored by Jewish Chicago: The JUF’s Magazine to foster connection and support. Email [email protected] with questions or for information on advertising opportunities.
* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.
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Ida Crown Jewish Academy
State-accredited Orthodox Jewish co-educational high school, including Keshet classes for children with disabilities.
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Illinois Center for Jewish Studies
The mission of the Illinois Center for Jewish Studies (ICJS) is to provide every Jew, regardless of background, affiliation, or religious observance, the opportunity to be inspired by and connected to Torah and Judaism. We believe that people learn and develop differently, and that Torah study should be unique to every person’s individual journey. ICJS seeks to provide a personalized learning experience to nurture mind and soul in both individual and group settings. The Illinois Center for Jewish Studies hosts weekly educational classes for men and women in bible studies, Jewish philosophy, and special topics. The organization also provides individual one-on-one learning sessions for men to advance their bible knowledge and ability to improve personally. In addition to formal group/individual classes, the organization has seasonal social gatherings in an effort to promote Jewish education, as well as an annual benefit dinner to raise funds for its operations.
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Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center
Illinois Holocaust Museum honors the Survivors and victims of the Holocaust and transforms history into current and universal lessons in humanity. Through world-class exhibitions and programs, the Museum inspires individuals and organizations and provides a universal wake-up call to action. The Karkomi Holocaust permanent exhibition weaves history with local Survivor narratives and over 500 artifacts to create a highly personal experience. The Take a Stand Center includes the world's first interactive, holographic Survivor Stories Experience Theater, followed by three galleries that guide visitors through social justice issues suggesting ways to take action.
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Illinois Nut and Candy
Custom confections, handmade chocolates, gift baskets, party trays, hospitality bags, corporate gifts, bulk candy and nuts. cRc-certified.
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In Shifra’s Arms
In Shifra's Arms offers free prenatal crisis counseling, pregnancy plan coaching, specialized referrals, and targeted financial assistance to women over the course of their pregnancies and the year after birth. We treat every women with compassion, respect and kindness whatever she chooses for her pregnancy. Every woman needs to make choices about her future for herself-but no woman should have to go it alone. Our confidential Helpline is always accessible: 1-888-360-5872 or text us at 202-573-7611.
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Income for Life Funds
Gifts that can be established during one's lifetime or as a bequest, that provide a donor or his/her loved ones with income payments throughout their lifetimes and sustain the Jewish community for future generations. Vehicles include Charitable Gift Annuities and Charitable Remainder Trusts. These giving vehicles are designated as part of The Centennial Campaign. Donors receive special recognition, and the names of those who provide gifts of over $100,000 are permanently inscribed on The Centennial Wall.
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Individuals
• Counseling and support groups for adults, couples and families • Collaborative divorce mediation, coaching and counseling • Career counseling, training and customized job placement assistance withJVS Career and Employment • Specialized employment programs that support youth and older adults • Immigration and citizenship services throughHIAS Immigration and Citizenship
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Institute for Jewish Enrichment
The Jewish Enrichment Center is a laboratory school that raises a child’s voice in Jewish learning. Since 2011, we’ve run an independent Sunday and afterschool in Hyde Park, Chicago, where children are co-creators of Judaism. The Jewish Enrichment Center is recognized nationally as an exceptional model of deep, personalized Jewish children’s learning. At the Jewish Enrichment Center, children ask questions, generate ideas, and bring Jewish texts to life for themselves. Using art and drama and clay, children dialogue with peers and with our ancient tradition, simultaneously growing their Jewish literacy as well as skills for critical and creative thinking and compassionate listening. Our environment teaches children to pursue dignity for all humanity. Now open for infant/toddlers through middle school.
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Integrated Pediatric Interventions (IPI) at JCFS
Therapeutic interventions for children with developmental delays age birth-10 years. Services include evaluations; speech, occupational and developmental therapies; and social skills development.
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InterContinental Chicago
Kosher catering by Danziger.
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Interfaith Worker Justice
Works to improve wages, benefits and working conditions, especially for low-wage workers.
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InterfaithFamily Chicago
Resource to bring personal, local services to interfaith couples and families exploring Jewish life and to the Jewish professionals and organizations who want to welcome them.
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International Fellowship of Christians and Jews
30 N. La Salle Street, Suite 4300 Chicago IL 60602 (312) 641-7200 [email protected] http://www.ifcj.org To foster better relations and understanding between Christians and Jews; encourage greater cooperation on issues of shared biblical concern; and build support fo
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Introduction to Judaism
An 18-week program designed for individuals and couples from Jewish and various other faith backgrounds who want to explore Jewish holidays and life cycle ceremonies, Jewish values, symbols and traditions, and Jewish liturgy and texts. Introduction to Judaism is ideal for those who are part of a Jewish family, are considering conversion, or simply want to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life. Co-sponsored by the Union for Reform Judaism and the Chicago Association of Reform Rabbis. Classes are offered at several locations around Chicago and the suburbs in the fall, winter and spring.
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Israel Bonds
Investors in Israel bonds have helped cultivate the desert, build transportation networks, create new industries, resettle immigrants, and increase export capabilities. Today, investing in Israel bonds supports a nation of extraordinary innovation that continues to push the boundaries of modern technology.
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Israel Cancer Research Fund
The leading charitable organization in the US solely devoted to supporting cancer research in Israel. Since 1975, ICRF has provided 2,100+ grants exceeding $52 million in funding to outstanding cancer researchers whose laboratories are located in Israel's leading institutions. These scientists include the first Israelis to win the Nobel Prize in chemistry. Funds go directly to scientists via a granting process. No funds go to bricks and mortar. ICRF Chicago has expanded its board, created a young leadership, Visions board, and is raising awareness about the outstanding research taking place throughout Israel. Contact the office for volunteer opportunities.
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Israel Discovery Tours, Inc.
4957 Oakton Street Suite 303 Skokie IL 60077 (847) 677-5624 (800) 362-8882 http://www.israeldiscoverytours.com None false
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Israel Government Tourist Office
Order maps, brochures, video and other information.
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Israel News by Phone
Daily updates, in English, of news from Arutz-7 radio. Sunday-Friday.
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Israel Now
30 S Wells St Chicago IL 60606 2403806838 [email protected] Join Jewish eighth graders from all over Chicago on a weeklong experience in Israel and embark on a journey to remember. With JUF's IsraelNow Chicago, you'll deepen your relationship to Israel, st
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Israel ParaSport Center
Committed to providing ongoing financial support to the Center, empoweringIsraelichildren with physical disabilities to participate in physical and psychological rehabilitation through sports to attain the goal of leading productive and successful lives in Israeli society. Today, more than 2500 kids and adults participate in 20 different sports activities without discrimination of religion, race, or ethnicity.
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Israel Trade and Investment Center
Trade and investment assistance between American and Israeli firms. Exports to and from Israel; assistance to multinational companies, direct information from Israeli government offices.
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Itz You!
Clothing, hats, berets, hosiery, custom linen sets.
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Ivory & Co.
6208 N Ridgeway Ave Chicago IL 60659 773-997-1515 [email protected] Tybe Samel Ivory & Co. is a boutique lingerie and shapewear shop based in Chicago, IL. They carry top-of-the-line brands, and offer personalized fittings and discreet service to ensure