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The entire New York community is at your fingertips. Meet people who share your interests and your passion for changing the world.
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Experience your impact firsthand. Israel. Marrakech. Budapest. Havana. Mumbai. (Yes, we go there too!)
Get Busy.
Volunteer with us. Roll up your sleeves and get things done. There’s no better way to understand UJA’s work.
Get Smart(er).
Sharpen your skills as a professional and leader. Meet mentors, explore learning opportunities, hear from key players in every industry.
Give and See Your Impact
From $18 to $5,000, every gift makes a difference in the lives of millions each year. As a UJA Young Leader, your meaningful contribution is also your entrée into leadership opportunities, special events, and much more.
$5,000 – Council Level
Secures an interest-free loan to cover emergency expenses for an immigrant family in New York.
$3,600 – Circle Level
Enables ten people with disabilities to participate in an accessible day trip.
$1,800 – Catalyst Level
Feeds one hundred hungry New Yorkers three hot meals.
$1,000 – Collective Level
Enables a young person to discover their Jewish identity at a summer camp in Szarvas, Hungary.
$365 – Community Level
Provides eight Lone Soldiers with two months of support services to help immigrant soldiers transition to civilian life in Israel.
Upcoming events
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Lend a Hand this Winter
Ongoing
This holiday season, participate in a range of meaningful virtual or in-person volunteer opportunities, including tutoring students, packing PPE, and delivering meals.
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Facebook Live with Rabbi Menachem Creditor
Ongoing
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REX Speaker Series: NextGen on New York’s Real Estate’s Future
April 14, 2021
A high-level conversation with four Gen-X and millennial executives at multigenerational family real estate companies. Hosted by Young Real Estate (REX). Charge: $36 per person, or free for Collective donors (donors of $1,000 or more to UJA’s 2021 Annual Campaign).
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Meet the Mayoral Candidates
April 20, 2021
In advance of New York City’s Democratic Primary in June, get to know the leading mayoral candidates. Hear their visions for rebuilding NYC and how they would address issues that affect Jewish New Yorkers. Moderated by UJA’s CEO Eric S. Goldstein.
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A Conversation With Barry Sommers and Brett Barth
April 21, 2021
Hear from Barry Sommers, CEO of Wealth & Investment Management at Wells Fargo, and Brett Barth, Co-CEO of BBR Partners and General Campaign Chair of UJA, as they discuss business, philanthropy, and industry trends. Hosted by Wall Street Division.
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Fierce Thursdays
April 22, 2021
A pre-Shabbat online series celebrating the Queer Jewish experience with prominent spiritual and cultural leaders, featuring Michael Twitty and Rabbi Ruth Adar. Hosted by UJAPride and 92Y.
Register Now
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Lend a Hand this Winter
Ongoing
This holiday season, participate in a range of meaningful virtual or in-person volunteer opportunities, including tutoring students, packing PPE, and delivering meals.
Learn More
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Facebook Live with Rabbi Menachem Creditor
Ongoing
Learn More
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REX Speaker Series: NextGen on New York’s Real Estate’s Future
April 14, 2021
A high-level conversation with four Gen-X and millennial executives at multigenerational family real estate companies. Hosted by Young Real Estate (REX). Charge: $36 per person, or free for Collective donors (donors of $1,000 or more to UJA’s 2021 Annual Campaign).
Register Now
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Meet the Mayoral Candidates
April 20, 2021
In advance of New York City’s Democratic Primary in June, get to know the leading mayoral candidates. Hear their visions for rebuilding NYC and how they would address issues that affect Jewish New Yorkers. Moderated by UJA’s CEO Eric S. Goldstein.
Register Now