The Young Leadership Division of the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is committed to building a better Jewish community in Chicago, Israel, and throughout the world. We ...

"All my life," said Dr. Chaim Rosenberg, "I've been interested in what came before." That interest has served Rosenberg, on the cusp of his 90th birthday, particularly well for many years. A ...

JUF amplifies our collective strength to make the world a better place — for everyone. Community powered, we consider the totality of local and global Jewish needs and how to address them. From ...

jBaby family events are for the entire family (yes, grandparents too!) Throughout the year celebrate holidays with us at an Ultimate Playdate, make a new friend at Bagels in the Park or enjoy a ...

Making a tribute gift to JUF is the perfect way honor a friend, family member or colleague, whether you are celebrating a simcha, a professional achievement, or a loved one’s memory.

Add to Calendar 8/3/2025 9:30 AM 8/3/2025 9:30 AM America/Chicago jBaby & PJ Library | Sunday Swim Playdate | Long Grove Join us on Tish'a B'Av to build community and participate in a family swim ...

Israel’s weather is wonderful but unpredictable - the winter can be cold and rainy or sunny and mild. The summer, is usually hot and dry during the day and cool at night. In both seasons, layering is ...

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AM for the Jewish Federation Annual Meeting as we elect our new board slate, acknowledge our outgoing board, honor this year's award recipients, and hear from JUF President Lonnie Nasatir. This annual ...

Ryan Merkow—pictured with his wife and daughter—studied for his adult bar mitzvah in 2023. At 13, Ryan Merkow didn't have a bar mitzvah. But three decades later, Merkow--now a surgical oncologist ...

If you want to see the glass half full when it comes to our Jewish future, check out this year's class of "36 Under 36." These 36 inspiring young leaders are showing up for the Jewish community and ...

Olivia Goosman, Jack Roden, and company in the National Tour of Parade. (Photo credit: Joan Marcus) "Breathe the sweetness that hovers in August." In thinking about the eighth month of the year, I ...