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Matthew Grossman, CEO of BBYO, at the youth group's annual conference in Aurora, Colo., on Feb. 13, 2025. Credit: Michael Kandel Photography.
BBYO to focus on media, democracy with new $2.5 million grant for teens
The Miller Institute for Democracy “is going to allow us to bring some of the best voices to go deep on the issues that young people care about,” Matthew Grossman, CEO of BBYO, told JNS.
Vita Fellig
Feb. 18, 2025
Jewish teens from the United States and abroad at the opening ceremony of BBYO's International Convention in Denver on Feb. 13, 2025. Credit: Jason Dixson Photography.
BBYO kicks off annual convention; teens find it ‘overwhelming,’ ‘awesome,’ ‘bittersweet’ 
“The best thing is that we don’t have to watch our back, and I don’t have to be scared to be Jewish here,” Olivia Weissberg, who attends high school in South Florida, told JNS.
Vita Fellig
Feb. 14, 2025
Th U.S. Coast Guard investigates aircraft wreckage on the Potomac River, near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport outside Washington, D.C., on Jan. 30, 2025. Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Brandon Giles/U.S. Coast Guard via Getty Images.
Jewish flight attendant killed in DC plane crash was BBYO alum
"Ian Epstein was full of life. He loved being a flight attendant because he truly enjoyed traveling and meeting new people,” the victim's family stated.
Feb. 1, 2025
BBYO teens participate in  service projects. Credit: Courtesy of BBYO.
More than 1,200 BBYO teens raise over $1m on #Giving Tuesday
BBYO brings “together Jewish teens to ensure they have a space to express their Judaism in whatever way feels authentic to them,” a teen volunteer said.
David Swindle
Dec. 5, 2024
Pomegranate. Credit: Pixabay.
Rosh Hashanah poster contest winners announced
Nathan Kamp, of the Netherlands, came in first for his depiction of a lush assortment of pomegranates and shining golden apples.
Sept. 19, 2024
Thousands of Jews attended BBYO's International Convention in Orlando, Fla., from Feb. 15-19, 2024. Credit: Courtesy of BBYO.
Jewish teen movement celebrates centennial
“BBYO’s centennial celebration is more than just a milestone; it’s a testament to the enduring strength of community, resilience and the limitless potential of youth,” said Matt Grossman, its CEO.
May 3, 2024
Thousands of Jews attended BBYO's International Convention in Orlando, Fla., from Feb. 15-19, 2024. Credit: Courtesy of BBYO.
BBYO survey reports that 71% of Jewish teens have experienced antisemitism
Research shows high-schoolers encounter hate both in person and online.
March 14, 2024
Teens in South Africa participated in BBYO's "Global Shabbat" initiative on Dec. 8 and Dec. 9, which drew more than 16,000 to 130 gatherings in 30 countries. Credit: Courtesy of BBYO.
BBYO ‘global Shabbat’ draws more than 16,000 teens from 30 countries
“It is so important for Jewish teens all around the world to convene and show strength in numbers,” said Liron Lipinsky, BBYO vice president of enrichment strategy.
Dec. 12, 2023
BBYO offers activities year-round for students in grades eight through 12. Credit: BBYO/Max Correa.
BBYO offers local chapter membership to teens from military families
BBYO will reach youth who "don’t typically have access to a robust Jewish infrastructure," said Gary Levin, senior vice president of community impact.
Aug. 11, 2023