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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