NextGen
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-832-0861
NextGen@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/NextGen
facebook.com/groups/JFGPNG 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.
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
cbscommunitycenter.com/raje 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
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 entrepreneur-
ship 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
info@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org/young-friends
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
PO Box 313 • 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 Olympics-style competition in a variety of sports for Jewish teens ages 9
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.
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 November. Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer is for
players in pre-K through ninth grade. KFSS also has a team for differently abled
players. Discounted registration through July, as well as discounts for sibling
registration, volunteering and needs based scholarships are available. Times do
not conflict with Hebrew School.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia
1706 Solly Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152
215-805-8668 • bikkurcholimphilly@gmail.com • bikkurcholimphilly.org
Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia was organized to extend a helping hand to
people in our community, as well as others, who come to Philadelphia for
treatment at the outstanding hospitals and medical facilities in this area.
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.
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Federation Early Learning Services
10700 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-676-7550 • 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.
Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region
PO Box 25067 • Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-574-1765 • Fax: 270-574-1766
info@phillyfriendship.com • phillyfriendship.com
C onnects teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their
families, offering Jewish and social experiences; developing friendships while
participating in creative arts group activities, Jewish holiday celebrations,
weekly play dates and more. Fosters the development of a caring, supportive
community. There are volunteer opportunities for adults as well.
Hatzalah of Philadelphia
PO Box 18182 • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-667-6700 info@cbscommunitycenter.com • philadelphiahatzalah.com
Hatzolah of Philadelphia is a 100% volunteer organization that provides
emergency medical services at no cost to all in need regardless of race, religion,
or ethnicity.
Hosts for Hospitals — In-Home Hospitality
for Families and Patients
326 Conshohocken State Road, #2 • Gladwyne, PA 19035
484-380-2999 lodging@hostsforhospitals.org • hostsforhospitals.org
Provides an opportunity to perform the mitzvah of Hachnasat Orchim, the
bringing in of guests. Volunteer hosts provide free lodging for out-of-towners
who travel to Philadelphia in association with patients who are receiving care at
area hospitals. Guests are responsible for their own food and transportation.
Jewish Family and Children’s Service
of Greater Philadelphia Volunteer Services
The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center,
345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • 267-314-0909
info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org
Opportunities at the Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center:
Hands-on service projects (Circle of Hands, Circle of Wisdom); Delivering
challahs to hospital patients (Challah Mitzvah Program); Engaging with our
clothing assistance program (Our Closet); Bar/Bat Mitzvah projects; Teen
Empowerment Program. JFCS can also help individuals and groups plan
community service projects.
Jewish Relief Agency
Office: 225 East City Ave, Suite 210 | Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Warehouse: 10980 Dutton Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154
610-660-0190 | Fax: 610-660-0191 | JRA@jewishrelief.org | jewishrelief.org
JRA’s mission is to serve over 6,000 diverse, low-income individuals across Greater
Philadelphia by relieving hunger, improving lives, and strengthening our community
each year. JRA offers many volunteer opportunities. Through our Monthly Food
Distribution Program, volunteers can assist in packing and delivering boxes of nutri-
tious food to families and individuals in need. JRA offers a Route Owners program
where a volunteer delivers to the same households month after month, allowing for a
meaningful relationship to form between the client and volunteer. JRA also offers the
Tiny Tots program where families with small children ages 3-6 years old participate
in an environment catered to them. JRA offers volunteer opportunities for groups,
such as teens, university organizations, camps, synagogues, community groups and
more. Through our B’nai Mitzvah program, many students choose to complete their
service project with JRA. We offer a Birthday Card Program, where volunteers can
decorate and send birthday cards to JRA recipients.
KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia
10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-698-7300, ext. 192 • saistrop@kleinlife.org • KleinLife.org
Sponsors many volunteers opportunities that help ensure that no home-bound
senior goes hungry. Opportunities include: helping to cultivate and harvest fruits
and vegetables at KleinLife; packaging meals with a local cooking group;
volunteering to be a friendly visitor; and/or delivering meals to homebound
seniors. Donations of homegrown vegetables are also accepted.
Misaskim 215-917-0209 • misaskim.org
Misaskim’s mission is to provide support and assistance to individuals experi-
encing crisis or tragedy by providing them with vital bereavement services.
The Mitzvah Bowl
info@themitzvahbowl.com • TheMitzvahBowl.com
A comprehensive website for finding mitzvah projects and volunteer opportu-
nities for Bar/Bat Mitzvah students and high school students looking to fulfill
community service hours. Offers resources for teens and families seeking a way
to help others and make a difference.
Mitzvah Circle Foundation
2562 Boulevard of the Generals, Suite 100, Norristown, PA 19403
267-649-7610 • info@mitzvahcircle.org • mitzvahcircle.org
Nonprofit, non faith-based, organization providing material support to individ-
uals and families dealing with crisis, poverty, homelessness, and serious illness
throughout the Philadelphia region. Serving people who are unable to obtain
immediate or sufficient help from government agencies and traditional service
organizations. Mitzvah Food Program
215-832-0509 • mitzvahfoodprogram@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/mfp
Volunteers are needed to pack and deliver food packages, which include
non-perishable food and produce, to low-income households in Greater
Philadelphia. Monthly or bimonthly packing/delivery schedules available
depending on pantry location. Back-up delivery volunteers are also needed.
B’nai Mitzvah projects welcome. Pantry locations include: Jewish Community
Services Building (Center City); Brodsky Enrichment Center (Main Line);
KleinLife (Northeast Philadelphia); Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower
Bucks County (Bucks County); and Beth Sholom Congregation (Elkins Park).
Northeast NORC
8546-B Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19152
215-320-0351 • NORC@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/northeast-norc
The Northeast NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) helps
1,600 older adults living within the ZIP codes of 19111, 19114, 19115, 19116,
19149 and 19152. It provides home assessments, maintenance and repairs;
chore services; transportation to medical appointments and grocery shop-
ping; monthly lunch and learn gatherings; and friendly visits and phone calls.
Volunteers are a key ingredient in the NORC’s success, pitching in with every-
thing from raking and changing light bulbs to making minor repairs, installing
shower grab bars, and winterizing homes by covering windows with plastic.
RSVP Philadelphia
KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
267-345-7787 • jeskate@kleinlife.org • rsvphilly.org
Opportunities for individuals to volunteer in social service agencies, schools,
museums and consumer groups.
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