By Naomi Miller After over 40 years of living in Jerusalem, I had never noticed the massive wholesale fruit and vegetable market at the city’s entrance—a sprawling complex where farmers […] | READ MORE

By Olivia Berlin This summer, I joined peers from across the country on a JDC Entwine trip to Cuba, a program that connects Jews worldwide with communities in need. What […] | READ MORE

Maayan Hello, I’m Maayan, a Shinshinim serving this wonderful community in Detroit. I was born in Connecticut, but at the age of six, my family spiced things up and made […] | READ MORE

I have felt connected and passionate about Israel ever since I can remember, but especially after my gap year experience. Since then, I knew I wanted to dedicate my professional […] | READ MORE

By Yael Zohar 23 years ago, I had the summer of a lifetime. At 16, I had the privilege of joining the delegation to Tamarack Camps as a camper in […] | READ MORE

By Jennifer Levine, Senior Director Israel & Overseas Department The organization that I have chosen to spotlight in this issue of the Israel & Overseas Newsletter is Dror Israel. Dror […] | READ MORE

September 8, 2025 We are heartbroken and outraged by the brutal attack on innocent civilians in Jerusalem this morning. Our deepest condolences go out to the families who lost loved […] | READ MORE

September 5, 2025 Click here to see the Shabbat Message video. Transcript STEVEN INGBER: This is a busy time of year for everyone. Kids and teachers are back in school, and […] | READ MORE