Jewish Funders Network

Jewish Climate Trust is a think-and-do-tank, funder collaborative, and philanthropic platform to catalyze the Jewish people and the state of Israel to improve our performance on climate. We look forward to connecting at the Jewish Funders Network Conference. Sign up to hear from us: https://jct.org Jewish Climate Trust is a sponsor of the 2025 JFN International Conference.

Do you have the rabbi you need? Will our children? 80% of young Jews want a rabbinic connection—but fewer are entering the field. As more rabbis retire, Jewish communities face a growing leadership gap. With support from the H&F Baker Foundation, Atra: Center for Rabbinic Innovation is leading the most comprehensive effort to date to understand and fix this crisis—ensuring Jewish communities have the rabbis they need to thrive. ?? Learn more & sign up for updates: https://lnkd.in/e75p8k28 The H&F Baker Foundation is a sponsor of the 2025 JFN International Conference.

On the latest episode of What Gives? The Jewish Philanthropy Podcast, JFN President and CEO Andrés Spokoiny speaks with Stephen Bronfman, a leader in Jewish philanthropy with a strong commitment to environmental activism, and Nigel Savage, a pioneer in Jewish environmental education and the founding CEO of the Jewish Climate Trust. https://lnkd.in/eZPji5Xq Together, they explore how their backgrounds—Stephen’s lifelong connection to the outdoors and family legacy of philanthropy, and Nigel’s journey from finance to Jewish environmental leadership—have shaped their efforts to mobilize Jewish funders and organizations in tackling the climate crisis. They also discuss Israel’s role as a hub for sustainability innovation and how climate action can connect Jewish values with social justice and global impact. Take a listen.

Learn how Nathan Cummings Foundation (NCF) is using 100% mission-aligned investing as part of its totality of assets approach to advance Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice: https://lnkd.in/eSHZFJW Nathan Cummings Foundation is a sponsor of the 2025 JFN International Conference.

As Israel faces complex security challenges, The Paley Family Foundation is working on a new initiative called Executive Program: 2030. This project is redefining the role of Haredi society in national defense by integrating 50,000 Haredim into three key security domains. Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/guhup5ez The Paley Family Foundation is a sponsor of the 2025 JFN International Conference.

As Founder and Director of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute and Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University,?Dr. Lisa Miller's?research focuses on the neuroscience of spirituality, exploring how religion and faith can support well-being, resilience, and human connection. JFN Members are invited to join JFN's Mindfulness and Mental Health Peer Network for an insightful conversation with Dr. Miller, discussing her research and its implications for funders invested in supporting mental health and wellness.?Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm ET. Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/eNVkCQ9W

Jewish Funders Network has released?Gender Lens Philanthropy: The Complete Guide to Promote Gender Equity through Strategic Philanthropy, a comprehensive resource designed to help funders and foundations address gender inequality through practical, high-impact strategies. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eYGvtTzr In a time marked by recovery from COVID-19, the events of October 7, and increasing awareness of gender disparities, this guide demonstrates how applying a gender lens is not just an ethical imperative—it’s a smart, strategic approach to maximizing philanthropic impact. With insights from global experts, it addresses key challenges in education, health, employment, and more, offering actionable steps and inspiring case studies from Israel and beyond.

In the newest episode of What Gives, Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer join JFN CEO Andres Spokoiny to discuss their book It Takes Two to Torah, how their partnership has navigated questions of pluralism and the significance of Torah in modern Jewish life. https://lnkd.in/e7gmdtC3

Join the Jewish Funders Network as our Vice President of Philanthropic Engagement in NYC. We are looking for a strategic thinker and relationship-builder with a passion for philanthropy. In this leadership role, you'll develop member engagement strategies, oversee a talented team, and help strengthen our global network of changemakers. ?? Location: NYC (4 days in office, 1 remote) Click here to learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/einP28KF Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help shape the future of Jewish philanthropy! #NowHiring #JewishPhilanthropy #LeadershipOpportunity

Tzivia Schwartz Getzug, Senior Director, Philanthropic Engagement and JFN West, reflects on the devastating impact of the recent LA fires and the inspiring response from the community. From packed volunteer shifts at Our Big Kitchen LA to funders mobilizing for immediate and long-term needs, this moment highlights the power of collective action. Read more in eJewishPhilanthropy about how JFN and the broader community are stepping up: https://lnkd.in/epnxaT8c