Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Young Leadership
1500 Market St. • Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-568-2223 • Fax: 215-568-5526 • philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org
Fighting Hate for Good. Offers programs and events for members to learn
about civil rights issues and work toward fighting hate in all of its forms.
B’nai B’rith Liberty Region
Upper Dublin Beth Masada Lodge
samuelmdomsky@gmail.com • ericfeltromeo44@gmail.com • bnaibrith.org
Sponsors events and activities located in Greater Philadelphia, southern New
Jersey, Southeastern Pennsylvania and Delaware. B’nai B’rith International is
a humanitarian, human rights and advocacy organization that works toward
Jewish unity, security and continuity and fights anti-Semitism and intolerance.
BEN—The Boomer Engagement Network for Jewish
Singles BEN@JewishPhilly.org • jewishphilly.org
A community of Jewish singles born between 1946 and 1964, the Boomer
Engagement Network (BEN), BEN-niks get together for cultural events, dining,
holidays, volunteering, new and old friends and maybe, someone special. But
mostly just fun. There is no membership fee; participants pay their own tickets,
fees, and tabs. Meetups and events take place across the greater Philadelphia
area. The aim is to develop a safe, fun and respectful group for everyone.
The Chevra
2002 Ludlow St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103
267-908-4950 • info@chevra.net • chevra.net
For young Jewish professionals (YJPs) and graduates in their 20s and 30s.
With a live venue & hub that includes a cafe-lounge, art gallery, cinema, bar
and loft, the program offers social, educational, cultural, spiritual, and
volunteer experiences.
Hadassah of Greater Philadelphia
Jewish Graduate Student Network
Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104
631-388-2073 • tslil@phillyhillel.org • jewishgrads.org
A program of Hillel of Greater Philadelphia which serves all of the Jewish
graduate and professional students in the Philadelphia area through
campus-based and city-wide events. The Grad Network offers a wide range
of social, educational, cultural, and religious programs, as well as career
development and community service opportunities.
Jewish Professionals of Suburban Philadelphia (JPSP)
jpsphillyburbs@gmail.com • facebook.com/JPSPhilly
Provides Jewish professionals in their 20s and 30s, living in the Greater
Philadelphia suburbs with fun social events, networking opportunities and
social action experiences that promote Jewish culture, community and religious
values. Hosts happy hours, trivia nights and movie nights to monthly Kabbalat
Shabbat dinners, potlucks and outdoor activities.
Jewish Women International
215-564-3466 or 1-800-343-2823 • Rochschw@aol.com • jwi.org
Empowers women and girls through programs for economic literacy,
community training, healthy relationship education and the proliferation of
women’s leadership. Programs, advocacy and philanthropic initiatives protect
the fundamental rights of all girls and women to live in safe homes, thrive in
healthy relationships and realize the full potential of their personal strength.
Jews in All Hues
info@jewsinallhues.org • facebook.com/JewsinALLHues/
An advocacy and educational organization that supports multiple-heritage Jews
(one Jewish parent), adopted Jews, Jews by choice, Jews of color and those who
do not fit the ‘box’, partners and allies in order to cultivate an honest culture of
welcoming in the Jewish community.
Moishe House Philadelphia
Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc.
1518 Walnut St., Suite 402 • Philadelphia, PA 19102-3419
215-732-7100 • Fax: 215-732-7245
philadelphia@hadassah.org • hadassah.org/regions/greater-philadelphia
Connects Jewish women in our community and creates opportunities for
personal growth, education, advocacy and Jewish continuity through events
and volunteer opportunities; empowering members and supporters, as well as
youth in Israel and America.
Tribe Commons • 1900 Market St., 8th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103
267-341-1540 moishehousephilly@gmail.com • facebook.com/MoisheHousePhiladelphia/
A pluralistic, welcoming, accepting, and inclusive space for young, 20-something
Jews to connect over common ground. It hosts a minimum of seven events each
month that range from in-house potlucks and shows to parties at local venues to
cultural happenings and opportunities to learn with local rabbis and visionaries.
Israeli American Council-Philadelphia
philly@mosaicoutdoor.org • philadelphia.mosaicoutdoor.org
A nonprofit volunteer organization providing a way for outdoors-oriented
Jewish adults of Southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey to meet and enjoy
common interests. Fosters an ethic of conservation and promotes an active
lifestyle while building Jewish community and continuity.
Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 267-515-3270
philadelphia@israeliamerican.org • israeliamerican.org/philadelphia
Bolsters the Israeli-American community to strengthen the Jewish and Israeli
identity and reinforce support for Israel. Programs include: IAC Keshet; IAC
Eitanim; and IAC Shishi Israeli and more.
Jewish Genealogical and Archival Society of Greater
Philadelphia membership@jgsgp.org • jgsgp.org
JGASGP’s objectives are to: To collect, preserve and disseminate knowledge
and information with reference to Jewish genealogy and the history of the
Jewish Community in Greater Philadelphia; to promote interest and encourage
interested parties to engage in genealogical and archival research; to stimulate
and provide instruction in research methodology, the utilization of resources
including the Philadelphia Jewish Archives Collection and adherence to
standards of accuracy and thoroughness; to foster careful documentation and
to promote scholarly genealogical and archival writing and publication; to
promote the preservation of genealogical and archival records and resources,
especially the Philadelphia Jewish Archives Collection which is housed at the
Temple University Library; and to increase awareness of all the genealogical
sources that are available for research.
Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America
National Council of Jewish Women
Greater Philadelphia Section • 215-302-3586 • ncjwphiladelphia.org
Grassroots organization of volunteers who turn progressive ideals into action.
Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the
quality of life for women, children and families and by safeguarding individ-
ual rights. The Greater Philadelphia Section focuses on advocacy, promoting
education, hands on community service and tzedakah.
NextGen Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-832-0861
NextGen@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/NextGen
A group of Jewish men and women, ages 22 to 45, making a difference in
the Jewish community. Open to singles, couples, business professionals and
parents, the group seeks to ensure Jewish continuity through outreach,
education, leadership development, community service and philanthropy.
Jewish Alumni of Temple University
215-204-3167 • shana.mcglinchey@temple.edu • alumni.temple,edu
Graduates of Temple University gather for social events and other programs.
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RAJE Philadelphia: Russian American Jewish Experience
Congregation Beth Solomon Community Center
198 Tomlinson Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-671-1981
admin@rajephilly.com • raje@cbscommunitycenter.com • rajephilly.com
For men and women ages 18 through 30. Offers a learning experience for those
who want to explore their Jewish heritage, meet friends, participate in Shabbat
meals and more.
Star of David Bikers
83 Livery Drive • Churchville, PA 18966
267-968-1210 • info@starofdavidbikers.org • starofdavidbikers.org
A motorcycle organization based in the Delaware Valley. Members share a
passion for motorcycles and love for the Jewish people.
Tribe 12
1900 Market St., Eighth Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103
267-652-0088 • contact@tribe12.org • tribe12.org
Offers events and programs for individuals in their 20s/30s who want to
connect Jewishly in Philadelphia. Programming includes social events,
matchmaking services, an LGBTQIA+ community, affinity groups (i.e., an a
cappella group and fantasy football and sports leagues), a Jewish leadership
and entrepreneurship Fellowship, a web resource for 20s/30s to find Jewish
events in Philly and more.
Uru Achim
610-642-0516 • taniatrach@gmail.com
Volunteer-run organization which holds benefit concerts, lectures, meetings
and other activities featuring Jews and non-Jews for a Russian Jewish audience,
and uses the concerts to raise money for Israel.
Young Friends of Rodeph Shalom
615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 • 215-627-6747 • Fax: 215-627-1313
cfischer@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org
A group of 20- and 30-somethings who are single or married, who gather for
events to bridge their Jewish background with their personal interests.
Young Jewish Leadership Concepts
152 Bateman Road • Langhorne, PA 19047
215-750-YJLC (9552) • rsvp4yjlc@gmail.com • yjlc.org
Nonprofit young professionals network, providing opportunities for post-
college age young adults to meet, and get connected with the Jewish commu-
nity. Events include annual rafting and ski leadership weekends, and programs
to gain knowledge of Israel and the Jewish community. Regular activities take
place in Greater Philadelphia, NY, DC, and Florida.
SPORTS AND TEAMS
Bikkur Cholim Basketball Tournament
1706 Solly Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152
Bikkurphilly@yahoo.com • bikkurcholimbasketball.org
Annual Yudie Borck Bikkur Cholim Youth Basketball Tournament to raise
funds for Bikkur Cholim Philadelphia. The tournament games are held at
the Kohelet Yeshiva High School and The Mesivta High School of Greater
Philadelphia. Young players of all abilities are encouraged to participate.
Kaiserman JCC Maccabi Experience
Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096
610-896-7770, ext. 125 • maccabi@phillyjcc.com • phillyjcc.com/maccabi
An international Olympics-style competition in a variety of sports for Jewish
teens ages 13 to 16. Recruits athletes from across the five-country Philadelphia
area to form teams in a variety of individual and team sports. Weeklong games
are held in several cities in August. The one-day Mid-Atlantic Junior Games are
for Jewish athletes ages 9 to 12. The JCC Maccabi ArtsFest is an intensive arts
experience taking place concurrently with the sports program in August.
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Jewish Youth Basketball League
Masterman High School Gym • 1699 Spring Garden St. • Philadelphia, PA 19130
info@jphillyhoops.org • facebook.com/JPhillyHoops/
Nonprofit, volunteer-based organization opened to boys and girls in fifth, sixth
and seventh grade, at all skill levels. Games will be played at the Masterman
gym (16th and Spring Garden), just a few blocks away from Broad and Wood
streets, where a historic marker marks the location of the old Broadwood Hotel.
It was there that the world-famous Philadelphia SPHAS (South Philadelphia
Hebrew Association) played in the 1920s and 30s. This new league is a tribute
to that great Philly ethnic legacy. It is open to the entire community.
Junior Jewish Basketball League—JJBL
jjblbasketball@gmail.com • jjbl.org
A four-division inclusive co-ed youth basketball league in Montgomery
County, PA, for kids in 1st through 12th grades who want to learn fundamental
skills, compete in a supportive environment, make friends, and have fun.
Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer League (KFSS)
Mandell Campus, 7601 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027
267-630-5772 • kehillahsoccer@gmail.com • kehillahsoccer.org
Sundays, September through Nov. 24, 2019. Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer is for
players in pre-K through ninth grade. KFSS also has a team for differently abled
players. Discounted registration by 7/31, as well as discounts for sibling regis-
tration, volunteering and needs based scholarships are available. Times do not
conflict with Hebrew School.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Abramson Senior Care
1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454
215-371-1816 or 215-371-1820 (auxiliary) • Fax: 215-371-3020
info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org
Volunteers of all ages welcome. Groups can volunteer for a one-time event
or project, or commit to a longer period of service. Opportunities include
friendly visitors, escorts, librarians, Yiddish Club, Sports Club, general
activities and games, and office support. Auxiliary volunteers actively partic-
ipate in programs including a gift shop, resident library, Shabbat kiddush,
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day celebrations, birthday parties, luncheons and
other celebrations enriching resident life.
Abramson Hospice: Volunteers provide respite and support to family
members; Work with the Bereavement department to support families
in the year following a loved one’s death; Vigil volunteers providing a
supportive, calm and peaceful presence to patients and family during the
last few hours of life; and Administrative work. Contact: 215-371-1393.
Project SHEMA (Sharing and Enriching through Multigenerational
Activities): Brings together young people from synagogues and other
community groups, along with families and teachers, with nursing home
residents for religious celebrations and meaningful multigenerational
activities. Perfect for students looking to fulfill school and Bar/Bat
Mitzvah service requirements.
Challah for Hunger
1900 Market St., Eighth Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103
267-423-4415 • loren@challahforhunger.org • challahforhunger.org
Brings people together to bake and sell challah to raise funds for and awareness
of campus hunger. Volunteer opportunities for all ages are available through
the Philadelphia Volunteer Corps, which supports the program’s local family
chapter programs.
Federation Early Learning Services
10700 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-676-7550 • Fax: 215-676-9498 • FelsKids.org
Volunteers are needed to work in classrooms with young children and to assist
teachers or work in the early learning center offices. Specific tasks are designed
to meet the skills of the volunteers and the needs of the classroom and center.