As we arrive at Shabbat, I reflect on a week that highlighted, again and again, how deeply interconnected our community truly is.
Early in the week, I met with the new Camp BB Riback Executive Director, Cecil Horwitz. We spoke about our own formative Jewish experiences and the outsized role…
As we were preparing for our seders this year, I found myself reflecting on a series of conversations I had in the week prior, conversations with donors and philanthropists about a wide range of causes and concerns. Whether it was a sponsor of our film festival; a new donor to our United…
By now you have likely seen the publicity or email we sent regarding the case of Esteban Pavez. I want to take a moment to speak about his sentencing, which has raised questions for many of you. Before doing so, however, I feel compelled to pause and share what brought me to this point and w…
At our board meeting on Wednesday night, I was preparing to share updates from our partnership region, including the incredible work of so many on the ground—Jewish Federations of Canada – United Israel Appeal, alongside primarily American foundations and Federations—who helped reverse…
There is the Shabbat message I wanted to write, and the one I am compelled to write.
I wanted to share the incredible work of a handful of Hillel leaders who hosted a Shabbat dinner with the Catholic Students Association this past Shabbat.
I wanted to write about our resilient Is…
