Greater Boston’s Jewish philanthropic leader
For 117 years, we've connected resources to impact across Greater Boston's Jewish community. We fund what works, support what matters most, and build lasting change that strengthens Jewish life for generations.
117 Years
Of Community Service
$2.1B+
Raised Since 1950
200+
Partner Organizations
Our foundation
The principles that guide every decision, every partnership, and every dollar we invest in our community
Our Mission
We raise and invest resources to strengthen Jewish life locally, in Israel, and worldwide. Every dollar connects to programs that build community, support families in crisis, and ensure Jewish continuity.
What makes us different
Community Scale
Our network of 200+ partner organizations serves 75,000+ community membersannually. This collective approach creates impact that no single group couldachieve alone.
Strategic Intelligence
Data drives our decisions, research guides our investments, and measurable results prove our impact. We identify emerging needs early and fund solutions that create lasting change.
Global Reach
We connect Boston's Jewish communityto Israel and Jewish communitiesworldwide. Local giving creates global impact through strategic partnerships and crisis response.
Leadership that delivers
Proven leaders with decades of experience in philanthropy, business, and Jewish community building.
117 years of results
Through every era, challenge, and opportunity, CJP has adapted and delivered measurable impact
Proven accountability
96¢ of every dollar goes directly to programs. 4-star Charity Navigator rating. Complete transparency in all operations.
Charity Navigator rating
Goes to programs
Partner organizations
Community members served