Tzedaka
Macy’s magnate Nathan Straus used his fortune to combat disease in New York and Mandatory Palestine
Unlike Rockefeller or Carnegie, Nathan Straus began to give his money away early on and was devoted to several significant philanthropic initiatives as he continued to build his major businesses.
On Purim, Jewish tradition tells us to give to anyone who asks, no questions required - opinion
Canvas for a cause: Art, music, and tzedakah in Jerusalem
Tzedakah: The happiness of giving instead of spending on ourselves - opinion
What are the ancient and modern practices of Passover's Kimcha de’Pischa? - opinion
Many Jewish organizations today run Kimcha de’Pischa campaigns worldwide, collecting funds to distribute food packages.
‘Philanthropy starts with curiosity’
Pnina and Marcel Pinchevsky discuss Israel, Hebrew University, and the value of giving.
American Jewish World Service to lay off 10% of staff and exit 3 countries where it has provided aid
The layoffs come at a time when Jewish foundations and donors have directed hundreds of millions of dollars in philanthropy to Israel in the wake of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack.
B'ezri: Commitment to combat poverty - opinion
For more than 40 years, American Friends of Yad Eliezer has provided a safety net for tens of thousands of families in some 50 communities across Israel.
Jewish Chilean multi-millionaire offers elderly homeless woman life-changing money
Farkas is known for his philanthropic efforts, having handed out $100 dollar bills to people at the kotel only months ago.
Ruth's quiet revolution and what we can do - opinion
This heart-warming positive and optimistic storyline describes a dynamic affirmed by research and experience. Acts of kindness and generosity are, indeed, contagious.
As a rabbi in a small town, I understand the Jewish class divide — and how to close it
There is a wide disparity between small-town Jewish life and Jewish life in the big cities in the US.
Chaim Topol is an immortal icon for more than Tevye
Chaim Topol, who died recently, contributed more to the world than the role of Tevye the Dairyman.
Tzedaka: The ethics and morals when donating to charity - opinion
I will pose many questions, and while some of the answers are quite clear regarding crossing the ethical line, others are not. Many others, in fact, are in that infamous gray area.
Helping to secure the Jewish future
Getting to know Mike Leven, founder of Jewish Future Pledge and Jewish Youth Pledge, two singular initiatives designed to help sustain the Jewish people’s future
