SOCIAL AND MEMBERSHIP GROUPS
AEPi Alumni Club-Philadelphia
609-289-9667 • PhillyAEPi@gmail.com • facebook.com/aepiphilly
Volunteer-led club that provides opportunities for those in the greater
Philadelphia area to socialize, network, mentor/support local chapters, engage
with other community groups as well as reconnect to the national organization.

Welcomes members of all ages, from several chapters and in various
professions. AJC ACCESS
AJC Philadelphia/South New Jersey Office
1600 Market St., Suite 1820 • Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-665-2300 • philadelphia@AJC.org • ajc.org/access
A community of young Jewish leaders (21-40 years of age) in the region that
supports AJC’s vision and mission, primarily through building relationships and
forming alliances with a diverse range of diplomatic and community partners.

The program focuses on Jewish concerns, such as Israel and anti-Semitism.

Through active outreach efforts and collaborative programming with the
Latino, Muslim and African American partners, young Jewish professionals
explore issues of mutual importance. By educating other communities about the
Jewish community and advocating together on behalf of mutual interests and
values, ACCESS advances cross-cultural understanding and promotes strong,
mutually-beneficial ties.

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Young Leadership
1500 Market St. • Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-568-2223 • philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org/associateboard
Fighting Hate for Good. Offers programs and events for young adults 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 antisemitism and intolerance.

Project HOPE is the region’s signature project, collecting food for the poor for
Passover. 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
Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc.

1518 Walnut St., Suite 402 • Philadelphia, PA 19102-3419
215-732-7100 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.

Israeli American Council-Philadelphia
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.

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Jewish Genealogical and Archival Society of Greater
Philadelphia membership@jgasgp.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.

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.

Jewish Graduate Student Network
Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104
631-388-2073 • info@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 funda- mental 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
moishehousephilly@gmail.com • moishehouse.org/find-a-house/philadelphia face-
book.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.

Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America
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.




National Council of Jewish Women
Greater Philadelphia Section • 215-302-3586
ncjwphiladelphia.org • ncjwphila@gmail.com
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 individual
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 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
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
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
community. 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.

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 first 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.

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
Connects 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.

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