North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY)
- Ages:
- Grades 9-12
- Affiliation:
- Reform movement
- Dues:
- Chapter and National
About NFTY
NFTY instills Jewish identity, fosters commitment to the ideals and values of Reform Judaism and increases teens' synagogue participation. These goals are achieved in a framework that emphasizes the development of personal and leadership skills in a wholesome, social, Jewish environment.
NFTY places a high value on:
- Bringing together congregational youth for meaningful Jewish communal experiences within the institutions of Reform Judaism
- Affirming Jewish identity and the historical bond which unites all Jews throughout the world and in Israel
- Awareness of social issues and commitment to religious action in the local community, the nation, and the world
- Continuous Jewish study
- Enhancing Jewish life and celebration through culture
- Strengthening relationships within the Jewish family
- Developing a Jewish spiritual life
Programs and Opportunities
- Community service
- Jewish educational opportunities
- Religious experiences
- Socials
- Cultural activities
- Teen awareness education
- Retreats
- Summer camps
- Israel trips
- Leadership development opportunities
- National conferences
- KESHER (reform group for college students)
Subsidies Available
NFTY has subsidies offered by each congregation for:
- Retreats
- Conferences
- Israel trips
- Summer camps
Area Chapters
- KATY:
- Temple Kol Ami
- SSTY:
- Temple Shir Shalom
- YFTI:
- Temple Israel
- YPS:
- Temple Beth El
- TATY:
- Congregation Shir Tikvah
- TEMPTY:
- Temple Emanu-El
Contact Information
- Contact:
- Shelley Schweitzer, Union for Reform Judaism, Northeast Lakes Council
- Address:
- 2320 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 101
Beachwood, OH 44122
- Phone:
- 1-(888) 282-6352
- E-mail:
- sschweitzer@urj.org
- Website:
- www.nfty.org
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