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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.
Cybersecurity for Jewish Professionals
Thursday, March 12 | 12:00–1:00 p.m. | Virtual event via Zoom
Learn about easy steps any organization can take to better protect people and critical information. This webinar will feature expert presentations on cyber education, assessments, and remediation. We will provide an overview of our cybersecurity supports and services — including online training for staff and volunteers.
Succession Planning for Jewish Nonprofits
Thursday, March 26 | 12:00–1:15 p.m. | Virtual
Leadership transitions are inevitable. Scrambling doesn’t have to be. In this session with Kelly Segal, co-founder of Effect Collective, we’ll walk through a practical approach to succession planning for Jewish nonprofits, covering emergency CEO plans, longer-term executive transitions, and board chair succession. The focus is on governance, clarity, and preparedness. What needs to exist now, who is responsible for what, and how to move from avoidance to readiness.
AI 2.0 for Jewish Community Professionals
Thursday, April 16 | 12:00–1:15 p.m. | Virtual
AI adoption isn’t just a technical decision. It’s a leadership one. This session with Kelly Segal, co-founder of Effect Collective, focuses on what happens after initial exposure and curiosity, and how to use AI tools more thoughtfully, responsibly, and strategically in real work contexts. We’ll explore practical use cases, evolving guardrails, and the leadership implications of integrating AI into daily workflows. The focus is on moving from experimentation to intention, with human judgment, values, and accountability firmly at the center.
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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 opportunities and resources
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:
- Mental health and wellness resources
- Naming the Silence: Trauma, Invalidation, and Healing in the Jewish Community
- Thursday, March 19 | 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Hosted at JCC of Greater Boston
CJP’s Hineni Volunteer Network
CJP’s Hineni Volunteer Network connects partner organizations to skilled volunteer leaders to serve on committees, task forces, boards, and more. Our network includes over 130 individuals, ranging from young professionals to empty nesters to retired CEOs. We invite all CJP partner organizations to reach out to Dara Klein to discuss your current needs, or fill out this form to submit a new opportunity.Jewish Assistance Network resource directory
Do you know a community member that needs a little extra help? Jewish Assistance Network (JAssist) is a virtual platform that allows users to easily and anonymously search for a wide range of services — from mental health care to legal advice to kosher food pantries. For those who would rather speak with someone directly, call the CJP Warmline at 1-800-257-9500 or Mental Health Connect at 781-693-5562.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.
Communities of Practice for Jewish nonprofit professionals
CJP provides opportunities for professionals to gather (virtually) and discuss timely topics, share knowledge, seek advice, and build relationships with colleagues in related professional areas. We encourage you to invite your colleagues to join, and welcome your participation to help shape these groups, suggest discussion topics, and ask questions.
For questions or additional information, contact Dara Freedman-Weiss.
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
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Governance Community of Practice for Organizations
With Marni Allen, Vice President, Volunteer Mobilization and Leadership
Next gathering: Wednesday, April 15 | 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | via Zoom
Topic: Planning for Leadership Continuity — Board Succession as a Strategic Priority
Strong governance depends not only on effective leadership today, but on thoughtful planning for the leaders of tomorrow. Board succession is more than filling seats — it’s a strategic process that ensures continuity, institutional knowledge, and long-term organizational health.
In this community of practice, we’ll explore how volunteer leaders and professionals can approach board succession planning with intention. We’ll discuss identifying future leadership needs, engaging board members in meaningful pathways to leadership, and creating processes that support smooth transitions. Join peers to share experiences, reflect on challenges, and strengthen your approach to sustainable governance.
For any questions, please reach out to Lily McGuirk.
Governance Community of Practice for Synagogues
With Marni Allen, Vice President, Volunteer Mobilization and Leadership
Tuesday, May 19 | 12:00–1:00 p.m. | via Zoom
Topic: Board Succession Planning: Exploring how volunteer leaders and professionals can approach board succession planning with intention.
We’ll discuss identifying future leadership needs, engaging board members in meaningful pathways to leadership, and creating processes that support smooth transitions. Join peers to share experiences, reflect on challenges, and strengthen your approach to sustainable governance.
In this community of practice, synagogue leaders will come together to:
- Clarify roles and boundaries between professional and volunteer leadership
- Strengthen alignment between Clergy, EDs, and board chairs
- Share real-world challenges and best practices with peers
- Deepen approaches to effective governance partnership
For any questions, please reach out to Lily McGuirk.
Teen Education and Engagement Community of Practice
With Caleb Alemany, Associate Director, Jewish Communal Life
Quarterly meetings
Next gathering: Tuesday, March 31 | 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
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
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For additional support, including for formal collaborations, or to share feedback so we can better understand our community’s needs, please contact Dara.