Women
Join like-minded women to make a profound impact on our Jewish community locally, in Israel and around the world.
JUF Women’s Philanthropy
Seek connection with women who share your interests and passions while engaging in humanitarian work and community engagement. Get involved in Women’s giving and make a meaningful impact on the JUF Annual Campaign, become a Lion of Judah or join a Board or Council.
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About Women’s Events
Explore a variety of outreach and social events hosted across the city and suburbs throughout the year to foster a strong community of Jewish women in the Chicagoland area.
Jewish Women’s Foundation
The Jewish Women’s Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago (JWF) molds the lives of Jewish women and girls through its grantmaking and advocacy efforts while encouraging Jewish women to take on leadership roles.
Resources
JPN Women's Mentorship Program
Join women from across the Chicago Jewish community in this unique mentorship program. Together, we will shape the next generation of Chicago’s Jewish female professionals.
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SHALVA
SHALVA offers counseling to all women over age 18 in the Chicago metropolitan area who self-identify as Jewish and who are currently or have been victims of domestic abuse by their spouse or intimate partner
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Israel Advocacy & Antisemitism Toolkit
Check out JUF’s toolkit to help fight antisemitism and be an Israel advocate.
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Volunteer
JUF’s Tikkun Olam Volunteer (TOV) Network offers a myriad of opportunities to come together to make a difference in our community.
Travel
Make new friends, explore your roots and learn about worldwide Jewish culture. JUF Missions give participants the opportunity to see first-hand what can be accomplished when we come together for good.