In our community, no one stands alone

Strong communities require both compassionate support and proactive protection that strengthen Jewish safety. We equip our partners to be a source of comfort and hope to our most vulnerable community members. We confront antisemitism and safeguard Jewish spaces so we can live openly and proudly as Jews.

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How we build a strong, safe, and caring community

Jewish values call us to look after one another. When members of our community face financial hardship, illness, mental health challenges, or isolation, or when they confront antisemitism and threats to their safety, we help ensure our partners can respond with real answers and tangible support.

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CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism

CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism (CCA) safeguards our community’s ability to live safely and joyously as Jews. We stand up to antisemitism in Greater Boston, convening leaders, mobilizing resources, and demanding accountability.

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CJP’s Communal Security Initiative

CJP’s Communal Security Initiative (CSI) provides essential services to protect Jewish life in physical and virtual spaces. More than 350 synagogues, schools, and organizations across Greater Boston and New England rely on CJP for security guidance, training, and support.

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Caring work

Caring has been at the core of CJP’s work for more than 130 years, and the need has never been greater. Working with our partners, we provide what our community needs to flourish: dignity, connection, and essential resources.

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Dignity, safety, and resilience in action

Helping Jews with disabilities live independently

Anna dreamed of living independently. With support from Jewish Family & Children's Service, funded by CJP, she learned to budget, cook, and navigate the city on her own. Today, Anna has her own apartment and the independence she always wanted.

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Empowering employees to express their Jewish identity

Dr. Caroline Kaufman never imagined she'd have to defend her Jewish identity at work. After October 7, her healthcare workplace became hostile. She found community through CJP's Center for Combating Antisemitism, where she now advocates for Jewish professionals facing discrimination.

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Teaching students about the Holocaust

Ten thousand K–12 students experienced a powerful Holocaust exhibit at Park Plaza, thanks to CJP and Facing History & Ourselves. Field trips to “Auschwitz. Not Long Ago. Not Far Away” are critical to expanding Holocaust and antisemitism education.

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What your generosity made possible in 2025

794

Community members reached out for mental health support through JF&CS Mental Health Connect

524

Proactive security consultations for synagogues and other Jewish organizations through CJP’s Communal Security Initiative

2500

Passover meals delivered with our partners at JFS of Metrowest, Jewish Family & Children’s Service, Yad Chessed, and Yachad

1,000+

civic leaders, including in schools, college campuses and workplaces, trained on understanding antisemitism

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