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Press releases from Israel and around the pro-Israel and Jewish world.
Its first exhibition, “Unfolded,” features works by Evgeny Merman exploring themes of memory and migration.
The Zamir Choral Foundation offers choral programs for all ages that promote community, health and connection.
“For decades, he has used his platform to confront stigma, challenge silence and elevate the voices of those too often overlooked,” said Jay Ruderman, president of the Ruderman Family Foundation.
New data shows the university’s 30% rise in enrollment over an eight-year period, driving the institution’s rapid ascent to the top tier of Israel’s academic landscape.
“They believe in the extraordinary abilities of people with disabilities and turn that belief into action every single day,” said Jila Farahi, recipient of the Visionary of Tomorrow Award.
Brown has spent her career strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship, advancing Jewish communal life and mentoring the next generation of nonprofit professionals.
A new state law creates an Office of Civil Rights; an antisemitism prevention coordinator; and mandates that schools investigate and change discriminatory materials.
“I’m more cynical and skeptical than ever before—and at the same time, more determined to create change from within. Giving up on these institutions is wrong,” said Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, Ph.D.
“Out of the pain,” said KKL-JNF chairwoman Ifat Ovadia-Luski, “we will nurture new life and pass on to future generations the strength to stand resilient in the face of every challenge.”
“These families paid the ultimate price for our freedom and deserve to have the best possible celebration,” said CEO Shlomi Nahumson.
Participants can share their visions in 60-second videos for a chance to win cash prizes and gain recognition as AJU Jewish Future Fellows.
As this year’s capacity building grant recipient, JFS is expanding its operations to reach 150,000 meals served between July and June 2026.