Grant announcement: Family Engagement Grants

Applications Due: Monday, December 8

We are excited to announce a grant pool to support initiatives focused on engaging families with children ages 0–18 in our community. This grant pool has special focus on early childhood (ages 0–5) and teens (grades 7–12), though initiatives serving broader age ranges are also welcome to apply. Eligible organizations will be able to submit up to two applications across these age groups.

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Caring Emergency Stabilization Funding

CJP has approved new funding to help ensure that our community’s most vulnerable continue to receive the care and support they need amidst funding cuts from the federal and state government. This Caring Emergency Stabilization funding is available only to organizations in Greater Boston who received CJP funding in FY26 and have been impacted by government funding cuts for direct essential services. If your organization meets these eligibility criteria, please contact Madeline Wenzel to request an application.

Emergency Resources for Food Insecurity

The Jewish community has resources available for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity due to the disruption in SNAP benefits. If you or someone you know needs food assistance, please direct them to Jewish Family & Children’s Service SNAP Response Team by submitting a request online, contacting 781-693-1234, or emailing snapresponse@jfcsboston.org. For more support for people having difficulty making ends meet, please contact the CJP Warmline at 800-257-9500 or find resources online at the Jewish Assistance Network. 

Now recruiting: The Jewish Local Advocacy Cohort (JLAC)

Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), in partnership with CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism (CCA), is now recruiting for JLAC, a 6-month leadership development program for Jewish community leaders committed to countering antisemitism and strengthening civic life. Participants will gain hands-on skills in organizing, advocacy, messaging, and coalition building, and join a vibrant alumni network driving local change across Greater Boston. Contact JCRC for more information.

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Fellowship Announcement: Groundwork Fellowship in Israel Learning and Leadership

Applications considered on a rolling basis

CJP has partnered with The iCenter and other leading educators, scholars, and organizations to create a year-long, cohort-based professional development fellowship for Jewish community educators and professionals across Greater Boston who work with emerging adults. This immersive experience is designed to strengthen your knowledge, confidence, and capacity to educate and facilitate about Israel with depth, nuance, and inspiration while building community with colleagues.

Apply today

Launching: New Community of Practice — Governance for Synagogues

Facilitated by Marni Allen, CJP’s Vice President, VML

These interactive sessions are an opportunity to explore timely governance challenges, share ideas and strategies that strengthen board–professional partnerships, and connect with colleagues across the community.

See dates and details in the Communities of Practice section at the bottom of this page

Launching: New Community of Practice — Governance for Synagogues

Do you know a community member that needs a little extra help as we head into winter? Locating resources to meet a need shouldn’t feel like an additional burden. Jewish Assistance Network (JAssist) is a new, virtual platform that allows users to easily (and anonymously) search for a wide range of services by zip code — from mental health care to legal advice to kosher food pantries. You can refer people to JAssist’s webpage to help them find out about the resources available to them. For those who would rather receive support by speaking with someone directly, you can continue to direct them to the CJP Warmline at 1-800-257-9500 or Mental Health Connect at 781-693-5562.

Check the calendar before you plan

Help our community avoid scheduling conflicts by using the Community Calendar on JewishBoston.com. When planning events, check the calendar for other activities, post your public events, and add private events as saved drafts. For assistance, please email support@jewishboston.com. 

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Professional learning and development for you and your team

Looking for opportunities to “sharpen the saw” and invest in yourself and your team over the summer and beyond? CJP is compiling a number of virtual opportunities and resources to assist. Some examples of what’s on our resource hub for you and your team:

• Jewish Professionals Resource Guide: Fall 2025 Edition
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Cultivating Supportive Practices for Jewish Youth (Begins Friday, November 7; The Jewish Education Project)
• Greater Boston Resiliency Roundtable (Wednesday, December 3; Jewish Family & Children’s Service)
• Jewish Futures 2025: Holding Hope (Monday, December 8; The Jewish Education Project)

CJP’s Hineni Volunteer Network 

Sign up for CJP's Center for Combating Antisemitism Newsletter

CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism (CCA) is positioned to empower the Greater Boston Jewish community with opportunities, resources, and tools to combat antisemitism head-on. Sign up today for CJP’s CCA Newsletter, which will have insights and curated resources.

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Development Professionals Community of Practice

With Shira Kraft, Senior Director, Gift Planning and Endowment

Monthly meetings  
Mondays at 10:00–10:45 a.m. ET

Click here to join the Zoom meeting >>

Teen Education and Engagement Community of Practice 

With Brett Lubarsky, Director, Jewish Communal Life 

Quarterly meetings  

Next gathering: Monday, December 15 | 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | via Zoom

Governance Community of Practice for Organizations

With Marni Allen, Vice President, Volunteer Mobilization and Leadership  

Governance Community of Practice for Synagogues

With Marni Allen, Vice President, Volunteer Mobilization and Leadership  

Next gathering: Tuesday, February 3 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | via Zoom

Maximizing the Board–Staff Partnership: Join CJP staff and synagogue professionals to explore how to build productive board/staff relationships and make the most of board members’ time, expertise, and contributions.

Professionals working with college students and young adults 

For information about professional development resources and opportunities:

• For professionals working with college students, contact Samantha Robinson, CJP’s Senior Manager, Center for Combating Antisemitism (CCA)
• For professionals working with young adults, contact Caleb Alemany, Senior Manager, Jewish Communal Life