OU Impact Report 2025

2025-2026 OU Lay Leadership PRESIDENT

Mitchel R. Aeder*^ CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Yehuda Neuberger*

VICE CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Morris Smith

CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Henry Orlinsky

VICE CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Jerry Wolasky*^

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENTS

Lauri Barbanel^ Etta Brandman Klaristenfeld Manette Mayberg Shukie Grossman*^ Rena Kwestel Menachem Schnaidman*^ NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS

Ezra Friedberg*^ Chaya Tova Hartman Dr. Allan Jacob Esti Kaminetzky Laizer Kornwasser*^ Elliott Mandelbaum Eli Levitin*^ Chuck Mamiye Azi Mandel Raphael Nissel Moshe Sassover^ Mark Silber

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENTS

David Gerstley^ Josh Kuhl Joel Mael David Safier Effie Zisblatt* TREASURER

Avi Katz*^

SECRETARY

Zevy Wolman*^ HONORARY CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Howard Tzvi Friedman HONORARY VICE CHAIRMEN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Gary Torgow Morry Weiss

HONORARY CHAIRMEN, BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Elliot Gibber^ Lee C. Samson

HONORARY VICE CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Emanuel J. Adler PAST PRESIDENTS

Mark (Moishe) Bane Rabbi Julius Berman Harvey Blitz Dr. Simcha Katz Professor Sidney Kwestel Martin Nachimson Stephen J. Savitsky HONORARY VICE PRESIDENTS

Fred Ehrman Dr. Michael Elman Allen Fagin Yitzchak Fund Barbara Lehmann Siegel Dr. David Luchins Avery E. Neumark Isabelle Novak Henry I. Rothman Gerald M. Schreck Esther Williams Michael Wimpfheimer

DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE

Ari Adlerstein Natan Bane Ahuva Basch Aliza Bixon^ Zev Blumenfrucht Bluma Broner* Deborah Chames Cohen Jeff Cohen^ Jeff Eisenberg Yechiel Eisenstadt^ Josh Goldberg Stacey Goldman Miriam Greenspan^ Stuart Hershkowitz^ George Karasick Daniel Lowy Vivian Luchins Morris Massel^ Eitan Milgram Cal Nathan^ Dr. Joshua Penn*^ Yakov Polatsek Yitzie Pretter^ Dr. Rachel Rabinovitch Nomi Rotblat^ Dr. Rosalyn Sherman^ Jeffery Silver Benzion Zlotnick HONORARY GOVERNORS

Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman Rabbi Marvin Hier Malcolm Hoenlein Richard Joel Dr. Alan Kadish Rabbi Moshe Krupka Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz Rabbi Zev Leff Nathan Lewin Rabbi Haskel Lookstein Rabbi Leonard Matanky Dr. David Pelcovitz Rabbi Marc Penner Rabbi Jacob J. Schacter Jay Schottenstein Dr. Marian Stoltz-Loike

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Leon Achar Max Berlin Marvin Bienenfeld Stuart Cantor Daniel Chill Dr. Ben Chouake Pace Cooper Shirley Feuerstein Debra Hartman Yosi Heber Stanley Hillelsohn Lance Hirt Dr. David Hurwitz Melanie Renchner Kaminetsky Ira Kellman Jonah Kupietzky Albert Laboz Deborah Schick Laufer Jeffrey Lefkovits Morey Levovitz Mrs. Joseph K. Miller Rabbi Michael Miller Irwin Nachimson David Novak Terry Novetsky Steven Orlow Adam Parkoff Dr. Harry Peled Allen Pfeiffer Paul Pinkus Barry Ray Dr. Howard Rosenthal Rebecca Samson Zvi Sand Marsha Strazynski Gary Weiss Howard Wengrow Joyce Werthheimer Harvey Wolinetz David Woolf

* Executive Committee Member ^Committee/Commission Chair

GRATITUDE At the OU, we are blessed with a host of lay leaders who serve as dedicated officers and board members.

These individuals bring to the table a wealth of knowledge, wisdom, and financial generosity, devoting themselves wholeheartedly to advising and encouraging the OU’s staff and professional leadership about all manner of initiatives, programs, and communal challenges.

We would like to express our most sincere gratitude to these passionate individuals, without whose partnership the OU could not make the same impact on the Jewish community.

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Executive Leadership EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt"l

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, OU KOSHER Rabbi Menachem Genack

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, OU KOSHER Rabbi Moshe Elefant

INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR, YACHAD Avromie Adler

MANAGING DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Rabbi Yaakov Glasser

NATIONAL DIRECTOR, PEPA & RABBI JOSEPH KARASICK DEPARTMENT OF SYNAGOGUE INITIATIVES Rabbi Adir Posy

DIRECTOR, ALL TORAH Rabbi Moshe Schwed

NATIONAL DIRECTOR, TEACH COALITION Sydney Altfield FOUNDER, 18FORTY Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, OU ISRAEL Rabbi Avi Berman EDITOR IN CHIEF, JEWISH ACTION Nechama Carmel CHIEF OF STAFF AND DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL PROJECTS Yoni Cohen EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, OU ADVOCACY Nathan Diament ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, CENTER FOR COMMUNAL RESEARCH Jonathan Dimbert DIRECTOR, OU IMPACT ACCELERATOR Tamar Frydman

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CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER Rabbi Josh Gottesman INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR, NCSY Rabbi Micah Greenland CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER Miriam Greenman CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER Rabbi Ilan Haber DIRECTOR, FRED AND ROSE DISTENFELD OU RELIEF MISSIONS Rabbi Ethan Katz EXECUTIVE EDITOR, OU PRESS Rabbi Eliyahu Krakowski DIRECTOR, ANGLO ENGAGEMENT AND PROGRAMMING IN ISRAEL Esti Moskovitz DIRECTOR, KOL ECHAD Rabbi Yisrael Motzen

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DIRECTOR, EMERGING CAREER PROFESSIONALS Rebbetzin Sarah Proops MANAGING DIRECTOR, COLLEGIATE AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS DIVISION (CYP) / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, JEWISH LEARNING INITIATIVE ON CAMPUS (JLIC) Rabbi Josh Ross DIRECTOR, HALACHA INITIATIVES Rabbi Ezra Sarna CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Rabbi Shlomo Schwartz CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER Rivki Schwartz

FOUNDING DIRECTOR, WOMEN’S INITIATIVE Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman GENERAL COUNSEL Rachel Sims, Esq. DIRECTOR, SPIRIT AND SAVITSKY COMMUNAL GROWTH INITIATIVE Rebbetzin Judi Steinig DIRECTOR, JEWISH MEDIA, PUBLICATIONS AND EDITORIAL COMMUNICATIONS Rabbi Gil Student DIRECTOR, ISRAEL FREE SPIRIT Yael Tamari NATIONAL DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Rabbi Simon Taylor EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, EMERITUS Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb CHIEF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT OFFICER Hadar Weiss

Table of Contents LEADERSHIP MESSAGE

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OU YEAR IN REVIEW

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STORIES OF COLLABORATION AND IMPACT

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SUMMER UNITE

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PROFILES OF LIAT FELLOWS

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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LIVING SMARTER JEWISH

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RELIEF MISSIONS

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SAVITSKY COMMUNAL GROWTH INITIATIVE

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SPIRIT

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HALACHA INITIATIVES

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SYNAGOGUE INITIATIVES

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OU TORAH INITIATIVES

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WOMEN’S INITIATIVE

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IMPACT ACCELERATOR

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KOL ECHAD

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18FORTY

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TORAH AI

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JEWISH ACTION

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TEACH COALITION

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NCSY

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OU ADVOCACY

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JLIC

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EMERGING CAREER PROFESSIONALS

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THE OU IN ISRAEL

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YACHAD

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ISRAEL FREE SPIRIT

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OU KOSHER

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OU PRESS

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FINANCIALS

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BENEFACTOR CIRCLE

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A Message From OU Leadership Dear Friends, These days — these years — have been a marathon. Caring and engaged Jews everywhere constantly shift and pivot as every day brings dramatic developments and surprises for the Jewish people and the world.

“Baboker tomar mi yitein arev u’va’erev tomar mi yiten boker;” “In the morning you shall say, ‘If only it were evening!’ and in the evening, you shall say, ‘If only it were morning!’” (Devarim 28:67) As of this writing, in Israel, we share the elation of the families of the hostages who were released by their despicable captors, the grief of the families of the chayalim and hostages who were killed, and the prayers for our precious and dedicated chayalim and their families who soldier on.

The march of history is visibly advancing as earth-shaking events occur in rapid succession. Not every period is like this; at times, the world almost stands still.

That contrast is vivid within the book of Bamidbar, which chronicles the dramatic events of the 40 years from when we stood at Sinai until we entered Eretz Yisrael. Those Biblical stories occurred only in the beginning and end of that period — moments when we were poised to move forward toward our destiny. In the interim, however, the march paused. Spies dissuaded us from continuing on to Israel, resulting in the Divine decree that only the next generation would enter the Holy Land. For 38 years, Jewish history stood still. G-d sustained us miraculously in the desert, but we were not going anywhere. Nothing about what happened during those years is recorded by the Torah, because nothing of consequence happens when we withdraw from the march of history.

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In that light, ours are Biblical times. The march of history is proceeding at an exhausting clip. It remains in our hands to determine whether this will be a replay of our first or last year in the desert. Will we — as the spies — allow our faith in G-d to weaken and our determination to falter such that this pivotal moment will pass us by? Will we — as the defiant ma’apilim (Bamidbar 14:40-45) — be possessed by the miracle-induced hubris of imagined invincibility, thinking we have already arrived at redemption? Or will we see that G-d is with us when we are humbly and faithfully with Him, and continue the march forward despite our exhaustion?

That is the path to which we are committed. Even as we are attacked for being Jews, we invest in our Jewishness. The OU’s efforts to elevate the religious experience continue, with Hashem’s help, to grow in reach, variety, and impact — providing spiritual energy, Torah direction, and community to tens of thousands of students inside and outside traditional Jewish educational settings. Likewise, we continue to enable and inspire men and women across our shuls and communities to deepen and widen their engagement in Torah study, prayer, chesed, and other acts that generate kiddush Hashem.

We have doubled down on our government advocacy work on behalf of Israel and the security of the American Jewish community, working tirelessly with partners in community, government, civic, and faith leadership to address the challenges of our time. Our Teach Advocacy Network and OUA continue their groundbreaking work to expand opportunities for school choice that lighten the financial burden of day school education. In Israel, OU programs are growing rapidly — expanding opportunities for the country’s youth, supporting English-speaking olim, and strengthening OU-JLIC’s work with the swelling ranks of American students leaving toxic college campuses in North America for universities in Israel.

This poignant message was penned by our beloved friend and partner, Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt"l, from whose sudden death we are still reeling. Rabbi Hauer, zt”l, framed every moment — and every message — through the lens of Torah. He constantly reminded us that our mission is to elevate the religious experience of every Jew we encounter and to raise the banner of Torah ever higher.

Inspired by Rabbi Hauer zt”l's legacy, we are called to meet this moment. In continuing his vision, we recommit to advancing his life’s work: to lead with faith, act with unity and compassion, and bring Torah to every corner of Jewish life. Rabbi Hauer zt”l's impact is evident in every page of this Impact Report, and will continue to be felt by the OU and the entire Jewish community for years to come.

We are grateful to our outstanding team of professionals and lay leaders for their unflagging dedication, and to you, our supporters, for the critical partnership that enables us to do this work. We sincerely pray to Hashem that our shared efforts help end this tragic chapter and bring light again to a darkened world.

MITCHEL R. AEDER President

RABBI DR. JOSH JOSEPH Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

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Meeting the Moments: OU Year in Review Life happens in moments. Some test us. Some inspire us. There are moments that change us, and others that make up the fabric of our daily lives.

For decades, the Orthodox Union has been there for the Jewish community through these moments — whether during a crisis that demands action, a celebration that unites, a learning opportunity that sparks growth, or the everyday needs of individuals and communities that shape our experiences.

By responding with research-backed solutions, our driving purpose is to strengthen the Jewish community.

When Bonds Form Now, more than ever, our work is inspiring a deeper connection to Judaism and Israel, through every phase of life.

Israel Free Spirit, the OU’s Birthright Israel trip organizer, has brought nearly 4,000 young Jewish adults to Israel since October 7. These are more than just trips; they instill renewed pride, a stronger sense of belonging, a deeper connection to the land, and a commitment to strengthening Jewish life in all of our participants.

Amid escalating tensions from the Iran war, which threatened to derail hundreds of summer programs in Israel, the Orthodox Union ensured that over 3,000 participants — including over 2,000 North Americans — could still experience a secure and unforgettable summer. Our programs have only grown, and we continue to meet Jewish teenagers wherever they are to deepen their religious connection and to help them form new bonds with their community. Part of that work is through the more than 500 JSU (Jewish Student Union) clubs across North America, where teens from all different backgrounds can build friendships, find support, and connect with their Jewish identity.

In addition, with an atmosphere of growing antisemitism on college campuses, our work to empower Jewish students and

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create a safety net is more critical than ever. JLIC (Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus) nurtures leadership and cultivates thriving Jewish communities on dozens of campuses across North America and Israel. JLIC is a lifeline for students, connecting them with rabbinic couples who provide guidance, Torah study, meaningful programming, and spirited Shabbat and holiday meals.

The OU strives to elevate the experience of all Jews. Yachad ensures Jewish individuals with intellectual, developmental, and learning disabilities develop a sense of belonging in the Orthodox community and have access to all of life’s opportunities. This past year has been filled with notable developments, including the launch of a new alumni division as well as new and expanded locations in Baltimore, Brooklyn, and South Florida. Through Kol Echad, single men and women, divorcees, widows, and widowers are finding support and are being embraced by communities that value their contributions.

For young Orthodox professionals, our ECP (Emerging Career Professionals) Department delivers community and guidance during life’s biggest transitions. The OU is also here to help other organizations and shuls develop and grow.

When Support Builds Strength Through a worsening affordability crisis, the OU’s Living Smarter Jewish program offers free financial coaching and resources to help individuals and families navigate the rising costs of a frum lifestyle.

OU Synagogue Initiatives offers rabbinic and lay leadership guidance, as well as educational and social programming, while the OU Impact Accelerator empowers leaders of Jewish nonprofits via education, mentorship, networking, and collaborative opportunities.

When Change Begins Amid growing challenges, the OU has redoubled its focus on fighting for the needs of the Jewish community.

This year, through our Teach Coalition and OU Advocacy departments, we have intensified our work advocating for security funding at both the federal and state levels. These efforts helped secure hundreds of millions of dollars for security grants that help shuls, schools, and other community institutions to protect their constituents. We played a key role in the passage of landmark legislation establishing a 100% federal tax credit for donations to scholarship-granting organizations, including day schools and yeshivot. Teach Coalition's ongoing work now focuses on ensuring that every state opts into the program, enabling Jewish families nationwide to benefit from this historic advancement in tuition affordability.

Through the new OU Advocacy fellowship program, LIAT (Leaders in Advocacy Training), the OU is investing in the next generation of Jewish advocates — college students who are passionate about politics, Israel, and Jewish communal leadership. This year, 25 students are receiving mentorship and real-world advocacy training, and will have opportunities to meet with decision-makers in Washington.

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When Help is Needed In the aftermath of October 7, OU Israel provided urgent relief on the ground, including meals and assistance for evacuees, gifts for children, staff visits conveying moral support, and expanded programming to help teens and olim receive the emotional and mental health support they needed.

On the global stage, the Fred and Rose Distenfeld OU Relief Missions has run over 300 missions to more than 25 different locations worldwide since its inception. From India to Romania to Costa Rica, transformative volunteer experiences instill a sense of leadership, increased compassion, a connection to Jewish identity, and a commitment to Jewish values.

When Jewish Thought Inspires The OU amplifies Jewish voices and features thoughtprovoking Jewish insights through several initiatives.

Our multi-media platform, 18Forty, empowers Jews to engage in honest and open-ended explorations of faith, identity, and community.

From the post-October 7 wave of spiritual awakening among previously unaffiliated Jews, to personal stories about why some people leave the fold yet continue to remain connected, to the courageous women advocating for Israel and the Jewish people, readers have turned to Jewish Action magazine for all matters concerning the Orthodox community. Over its four decades in print, the awardwinning publication has continued to expand its readership in both North America and Israel, now reaching over 125,000 people.

Each year, OU Press publishes popular and scholarly works reflecting the broad spectrum of Torah ideas and ideals, inspiring readers and amplifying literature that educates,

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When Torah Elevates the Day-to-Day Every day, more than 18,000 people sign on to OU Torah apps for a range of learning opportunities, and to deepen their connections to G-d, Judaism, and Torah. Our All Torah family of apps make it easier than ever to access world-class shiurim, content, and resources. The soon-tobe-released, AI-powered Torah learning platform Ohrbit will enable users to personalize their learning based on their interests and goals.

Torah learning reaches women of all backgrounds through the OU Women’s Initiative. Torat Imecha Nach Yomi is expecting over 5,000 women to complete the current Nach Yomi cycle.

When Standards Matter As the world’s largest and most widely recognized kosher certification agency, OU Kosher reached new heights of community engagement and impact in 2025. We expanded our educational outreach through the ASK (Advanced Seminars in Kashrus) OU Program, which tailors seminars to communities across the world.

Meanwhile, the OU's Department of Halacha Initiatives addresses the halachic challenges faced by North American Jewry while serving as a vital resource for communities — addressing needs including Chevrah Kadisha, Eruvin, and Mezuzot. With an open door to innovation, we are actively exploring ideas that strengthen mitzvah observance — from expanding our eruv software to equip teams worldwide with tools to streamline eruv supervision, to reshaping the mezuzah market to protect consumers from mezuzot that lack proper oversight.

This year — as we have for decades — we’ve stood beside our community, offering guidance, connection, and resources for every stage of life. From milestone moments to the everyday, the OU continues to answer the call to strengthen the Jewish community today and for generations to come.

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OU PROGRAMS MEETING THE MOMENTS

Stories of Collaboration and Impact Across the OU, we rose to meet the moments of this year — moments of challenge, connection, and collective purpose. Each story in the pages ahead highlights how our teams turned shared values into action, often through collaboration that bridges programs, communities, and continents. These snapshots show what happens when we work together across the OU to meet the needs of the Jewish people, wherever those needs arise.

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COLLABORATION & IMPACT

Summer Unite: Building Bridges Through Chesed

What happened when OU Israel Teen Center teens and NCSY Summer in Israel teens floated down the same river on the same hot summer day in Israel? For Chaim Pelzner, Director of OU Israel Programs, it was a moment of inspiration.

“We were two divisions working with teens in Israel under the OU umbrella, yet we never met or collaborated,” Chaim reflected. “Wouldn’t it be transformative if our Israeli teens and American teens spent time together building friendships and understanding?”

He reached out to NCSY, and in 2016, Summer Unite was born.

Creating Connections Across Continents Each year, Israeli teens from OU Israel’s 20+ Teen Centers join forces with American and Canadian participants in NCSY Israel programs to make a difference in their communities.

For many OU Israel teens, who come from some of Israel’s most underserved neighborhoods, this is their first meaningful interaction with North American Jewish youth. The reaction is often one of surprise: “You mean there are Jewish teens in San Francisco? In St. Louis?”

For NCSY participants, these new connections are just as powerful as the chesed work they perform as part of their programs. Whether rebuilding a teen center, organizing a carnival for children whose parents are serving in reserve duty in Gaza, or delivering appreciation packages to local police, their days culminate with lasting friendships, a profound sense of achdut, and the joy and satisfaction of effecting positive change.

“Our day of chesed and friendship in Kiryat Gat was one of the most impactful experiences of the summer,” said Jessie Franco, NCSY GIVE Bus Director. “Every participant used their unique talents to make a difference. They deeply appreciated the impact they had on the children, seniors, and police officers they served.

Their joy was so contagious at the school carnival that even the teachers put on costumes and danced with us.”

Strengthening Organizational Synergy Beyond the tremendous joy, chesed, friendship, and confidence that Summer Unite creates, another significant benefit has emerged: enhanced collaboration between two of the OU’s largest divisions. Rather than outsourcing program components or educational services to external organizations, NCSY Summer partners directly with OU Israel, leveraging existing staff, community connections, and infrastructure across 18 municipalities.

“The opportunity to have an impact on populations in need is something that the OU has focused on for its entire existence,” shared Rabbi Micah Greenland, NCSY International Director. “Chaim Pelzner has driven these innovative chances to unify Jews of varied backgrounds and meet a spiritual need for each population simultaneously.

This spirit of Jewish unity was fostered by the OU’s late EVP, Rabbi Hauer, zt”l, who embraced and encouraged such partnerships, as well as by our EVP and COO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph, who has helped foster a focus on three C’s: collaboration, communication, and coordination.”

From personalized tours of Sderot led by OU Israel staff who survived the October 7 attacks, to securing meetings with elected officials and prominent educators, this collaboration allows NCSY to fully benefit from OU Israel’s established partnerships and operational expertise.

Looking Forward Summer Unite continues to inspire teens while demonstrating the power of internal collaboration within the OU. As the OU looks to future summers, this program stands as a testament to what becomes possible while building divisions and working together toward shared goals of Jewish unity and meaningful impact.

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LIAT FELLOWSHIP

Profiles of LIAT Fellows

Events of the past few years have taught us how critical it is for the Jewish community to inspire and cultivate the next generation of leaders who will impact politics and policy in the U.S. OU Advocacy’s Leaders In Advocacy Training (LIAT) Fellowship provides Jewish college students with exclusive training, high-level mentorship, and practical experience that prepares them to lead on campus, in Congress, and everywhere decisions are made.

Eytan Saenger: Working to Inspire Peers at Binghamton

Spend a few minutes with Eytan Saenger, and it’s clear that leadership isn’t something he does — it’s who he is. A senior at Binghamton University, Eytan’s journey to Jewish advocacy has been marked by initiative, creativity, and a relentless commitment to building strong, supportive communities.

Early Roots in Leadership and Advocacy

Professional Exposure and Political Networks

Born and raised in Brookline, Massachusetts, before moving to Riverdale, New York at age 10, Eytan grew up immersed in Jewish life. He attended SAR High School, spent summers at Camp Yavneh in New Hampshire, and spent a transformative year post high school studying at Yeshivat Orayta in Jerusalem’s Old City. From an early age, he was the kind of student who wasn’t content to simply join clubs — he wanted to create them.

Eytan has also sought out professional experiences that reinforced his passion for public service. He interned with Congressman Ritchie Torres, served on the policy team at Met Council on Jewish Poverty, and was invited to meetings at the White House and with New York State leadership. Through these roles, he developed a guiding principle: Advocacy must be both practical and relational.

At SAR, Eytan founded the Elections, Politics, and Governance Club, where he brought in civic leaders to teach his peers about democracy. He even organized a citywide interfaith mayoral town hall, bringing together Jewish, Catholic, and Muslim students to speak with candidates running for New York City mayor. That event earned coverage in The New York Times and gave Eytan his first taste of how convening diverse voices could create meaningful change.

“Gratitude is a tool,” he often says. “It builds real relationships — and those relationships hold when you need them most.”

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Leadership at Binghamton

The LIAT Fellowship

When Eytan arrived at Binghamton, he thought he might step back from leadership. But just three weeks into his first semester, October 7 changed everything. He found himself helping to organize a vigil and liaising with elected officials.

What began as a temporary response grew into a lasting commitment.

That mindset made him a natural fit for LIAT — Leaders in Advocacy Training, OU Advocacy’s flagship campus fellowship.

With encouragement from the JLIC rabbi, Eytan applied and was accepted. The fellowship offers monthly seminars, a trip to Washington, D.C., and the chance to learn from leaders like Deborah Lipstadt, the U.S. Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism.

Today, he is co-president of JLIC at Binghamton, helping lead the university’s thriving Orthodox community of nearly 200 students. Each week, he coordinates Shabbat programming, classes, social events, and peer mentorship. For him, JLIC is about more than religious observance — it’s about belonging.

“When I walk into a room of 150 students, I see them as a 150 individuals who each bring meaning and value into the space and our community,” he says. “That’s what community leadership means to me.”

Beyond JLIC, he also serves in student government, where he helped roll back a BDS resolution and supported the election of 14 Jewish students to leadership roles. Rather than confrontational advocacy, Eytan’s approach is rooted in coalition building. “We can’t protect the Jewish body at the expense of the Jewish soul,” he says. “Fighting back is important, but it has to be done in a way that strengthens who we are, not just what we oppose.”

For Eytan, who already had experience dealing with antisemitism on campus, LIAT was the perfect way to sharpen his tools. “My goal wasn’t to invent something new,” he explains. “It was to enhance what I was already doing and to find new pathways.

LIAT gave me that space.”

His capstone project reflects that approach: rather than produce a single campus event, he is working to strengthen Binghamton’s advocacy ecosystem through long-term relationships with administration, elected officials, and interfaith partners.

A Philosophy of Long-Term Change Eytan’s vision for leadership is centered on the long game. He resists the impulse for instant wins, arguing instead that the most powerful advocacy builds community resilience. “If you think one social media post or one stunt is going to eradicate antisemitism by tomorrow, that’s not realistic,” he says. “The power is in building networks and coalitions that last.”

That philosophy came through in the gratitude campaign he spearheaded for Binghamton’s retiring university president, where students wrote hundreds of thank-you letters. The president later said it was the most positive feedback he had ever received — proof for Eytan that kindness can open doors that anger slams shut.

OU in His Journey

Looking Ahead

For Eytan, the OU hasn’t just been an institution he joined — it’s been a presence that grew alongside him. At Binghamton, JLIC gave him a community filled with Shabbat, learning, and leadership opportunities. LIAT then gave him a national network and professional training. Together, these programs continue to empower him to serve both his peers on campus and the broader Jewish community.

Eytan is considering a career in public service, law, or nonprofit leadership — all fields where his skills in bridge and coalition building will be essential. For now, he continues to balance classes, leadership, and advocacy, modeling what it looks like to be both rooted and outward-facing.

“I’m involved because it’s right,” he says simply. “If I can help others while helping myself, who am I to say no?”

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LIAT FELLOWSHIP

Lucy Schneider: From Memory to Mobilization

When Lucy Schneider reflects upon her long-term aspirations, she's drawn to memory. The greatgranddaughter of Holocaust survivors from Greece and Poland, Lucy grew up surrounded by stories of survival and resilience. As a high school student in Cincinnati, she volunteered at the Cincinnati Holocaust & Humanity Center, guiding tours that shared her family’s story. She even created an independent study on generational Holocaust trauma and delivered a TEDx talk on why Holocaust education must never fade.

“I felt like after my great-grandfather passed, I needed to continue his story,” Lucy recalled. “I spent hours with my grandfather, writing essays, doing research projects, trying to piece together what I was seeing.”

That sense of responsibility has shaped her Jewish identity from the very beginning.

Finding Community Through NCSY

Building Jewish Leadership on Campus

Lucy’s path into leadership began in NCSY, the OU’s international youth movement. Attending a non-Jewish prep school, she longed for Jewish peers and community. She found both at NCSY Shabbatons, where she soon rose to serve on her local chapter board and later the regional board.

Lucy arrived at the University of Maryland just weeks before October 7, a moment that changed everything for Jewish life on campus. “I don’t know what college is like without this reality,” she said. “From the beginning, I knew I had to be involved.”

“NCSY was basically the only Jewish life I had outside my home,” she explained. “It gave me community, leadership, and a place to grow.”

Her involvement gave Lucy her first taste of Jewish leadership and connected her to the broader OU world — the foundation for the work she would go on to do in college.

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She organized vigils, memorial programs, and advocacy events.

She also gained valuable policy and nonprofit experience interning with organizations like Yad Vashem in Jerusalem and the Jewish Community Relations Council in Washington, D.C. But it was the OU’s Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus (JLIC) that became her anchor. JLIC educators at Maryland provided mentorship, learning opportunities, and a smaller, personalized space that helped her stay grounded. She also joined the JLIC Summer Fellowship in Israel, where she met peers from across North America grappling with similar challenges. “That experience gave me a community of students just like me,” Lucy said, “and the confidence that we’re not alone in this.”

The LIAT Fellowship: Advocacy in Action

Honoring the Past, Protecting the Future

Lucy’s leadership grew further when a friend recommended she join LIAT, OU Advocacy’s flagship fellowship for college students.

Lucy’s fellowship has brought her to Washington, D.C., where she has lobbied lawmakers, met leading Jewish voices, and built a network of peers facing similar challenges across the country.

But her work always comes back to the stories she carries with her.

“I was drawn to the policy aspect — this is advocacy, this is the heart of it,” she said. “LIAT gave me the skills and mentorship to do the work I was already passionate about.”

As a donor-sponsored fellow, Lucy quickly put her training into action. Partnering with fellow LIAT participant Eduardo Kornworcel of Boston University, she co-created AntisemitismOnCampus.net, a resource hub that pairs a straightforward website with flyers and QR codes posted across campuses. The project helps students identify antisemitism, connect with support organizations, and report incidents directly to the Office for Civil Rights.

The initiative was deeply personal. As a freshman, Lucy had been targeted by Students for Justice in Palestine during a student government campaign. Later, she reported antisemitic chalk messages that sparked a months-long investigation with no clear resolution. “That experience made me realize how much more support Jewish students need,” she said.

“I think our generation has to act now,” she said. “I want people to see that Jewish students are standing up, not just for ourselves, but for the whole community.”

Her journey demonstrates the OU’s vision of collaboration: NCSY providing her earliest Jewish leadership, JLIC anchoring her on campus and in Israel, and OU Advocacy’s LIAT Fellowship empowering her to take her advocacy to a national level.

Lucy Schneider’s story is a model of how the OU builds leaders across generations: from the inspiration of Jewish memory, to the nurturing of youth leadership, to the empowerment of

LIAT FELLOWSHIP

Talya Naggar: Making Judaism Feel Alive and Accessible

When Talya Naggar reflects on her Jewish journey, she begins with Boston. Growing up in a small out-oftown community, Jewish life often felt muted. Her high school emphasized academics, but Jewish observance sometimes felt reduced to checklists and tests. “Before the holidays, you sometimes wouldn’t even know there was a chag coming,” she recalls. “It felt like Judaism was homework.”

That changed when she discovered the OU’s NCSY. Through local events, 4G (an all-girls track) programming, and a transformative summer on NCSY Michlelet in Israel, Talya experienced a Judaism that was joyful, vibrant, and communitycentered. “Michlelet was my dream program,” she says. “It was Torah learning, traveling, and being surrounded by girls like me.

Suddenly, Judaism felt alive.”

By senior year, Talya was leading 4G programming and helping run her chapter. This year, she came full circle, returning as an NCSY advisor in the very Boston chapter that shaped her. “I can’t imagine Boston without NCSY,” she says. “It fills the gap so many of us felt. For kids who didn’t have much Judaism at home, NCSY was everything.”

Her exposure to OU programming also included a Yachad club in her high school which she joined, and where she quickly rose to chapter leadership. From fundraising calls to regional Shabbatons and events, Talya not only gained leadership skills, but also a deep commitment to inclusion. “Yachad was always welcoming,” she remembers. “The first time I came, they said, ‘What’s your name? Great, you’re in.’ It showed me how easy it can be to make others feel part of something.”

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Bringing Leadership to Stern As a junior at Stern College for Women, Talya has become a campus leader. She serves as vice president of the Political Action Club and was selected as one of the inaugural scholars in a political program launched by the late Senator Joe Lieberman. Her sights are set on law and public service.

But unlike peers at colleges like Columbia or Barnard, her challenge at YU isn’t hostility — it’s apathy. “At YU, students already care deeply about Israel and advocacy.

But when it comes to actually getting involved, we see the same 30 students over and over. Everyone else is busy, overwhelmed, or feels like they’re not qualified.”

The LIAT Fellowship: Building a Culture of Engagement That challenge shaped Talya’s work as part of the OU’s LIAT Fellowship. Encouraged by a family friend, she applied after seeing the flyer and immediately felt at home. “It was exactly my interests — policy, politics, and advocacy,” she says.

Through monthly speakers, workshops, and a transformative trip to Washington, D.C., LIAT gave Talya a network of peers who share her passion. “I had never been in a room with so many students who wanted the same things I did,” she says. “LIAT brought us together and showed us the whole ecosystem — nonprofits, government, private sector — and how we fit in.”

Her capstone project reflects the unique dynamics at YU. She designed a plug-and-play system for students who care but don’t know how to act or where to start. QR codes lead to five clear action steps, like volunteering with Israel causes, voter registration, interfaith campus programs, and even local service opportunities, like at VA hospitals. “I want to make it frictionless,” she explains. “If you care, you can act immediately.”

Talya sees value in interfaith outreach, helping YU students connect with peers at Christian or secular schools. “We live in a Jewish bubble,” she says. “But the fight doesn’t stop at our campus gates. We need to connect outward, too.”

From Community Roots to Public Service For Talya, the OU has been a constant presence: NCSY ignited her passion, Yachad deepened her commitment to inclusion, and LIAT is now equipping her to step into national leadership.

“The OU is always there,” she says. “In Boston, it was NCSY and Yachad. At Stern, it’s LIAT. Everywhere I’ve been, OU programs have presented opportunities to get involved.”

Looking ahead, she hopes to pursue law and a career in public service — natural extensions of her leadership experiences.

“Volunteering and public service come from the same place,” she explains. “It’s about showing up, making it easier for others to show up, and fighting for the values we all share.”

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This past summer, Talya interned for a U.S. congressman on Capitol Hill, an internship that blossomed out of a connection built by OU Advocacy Center Executive Director Nathan Diament.

Her message is clear: Values aren’t the problem — activation is.

By lowering the barriers, Talya is helping to transform care into action, one QR code at a time.

OU Community Engagement The Orthodox Union's Community Engagement division translates the mission, values, and priorities of the OU into meaningful impact across Jewish communities.

Guided by a deep commitment to strengthening communal life, the department builds leadership capacity, advances Torah learning and religious infrastructure, and supports the spiritual and social vitality of Orthodox communities across North America.

Anchored in five core pillars — Religious Development, Community Leadership, Social Well-Being, Halachic Infrastructure, and Community Development — the department takes a coordinated, strategic approach to communal growth.

Through innovative programming, strategic partnerships, and customized community support, OU's Community Engagement cultivates vibrant ecosystems of Torah, leadership, and connection — meeting the moment by ensuring that the Orthodox Union’s mission continues to elevate and empower Jewish communal life at every level.

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Living Smarter Jewish Living Smarter Jewish (LSJ) is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families achieve financial freedom through educational resources and personalized guidance. LSJ offers a high school financial literacy curriculum, community education programs with LSJ coaches, and free one-on-one financial coaching for anyone in need.

This past year, LSJ shared the message of financial empowerment through nationwide programs and community events. LSJ also launched a new high school textbook on financial literacy, helping students build healthy money habits from a young age. The curriculum is available at cost, making it affordable for schools and communities to bring practical financial education to their students. In addition, more than 1,500 families received free financial coaching, with 99% saying they would recommend LSJ to a friend. These efforts are giving families the tools to budget wisely, boost their financial confidence, and build brighter Jewish futures.

Client Feedback from Our Free 1:1 Coaching

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Wow! My coach was so kind and understanding. I feel so supported and so much calmer about my situation because there is someone there helping me sort things out. What an amazing program! Mi K’amcha Yisroel!”

99%

say they would recommend LSJ to a friend

Rabbi Naftali Horowitz (upper left) and Stacey Zrihen (lower right) meeting with volunteer coaches at the OU HQ

[My coach] has Torah in her heart and financial expertise in her mind. She has helped me immensely with budgeting and setting financial goals, and has given me tips on how to save money and increase my income. She has gone above and beyond to help me, more than words can describe. I appreciate all her help. B’H. Her guidance was just what I needed. IY"H, everything will work out.”

This is such an unbelievable service provided at no cost.

What a huge chesed! Our coach gave us fantastic advice, was so encouraging and validating, and really gave us hope that we can improve our financial struggles. We are looking forward to the follow-ups with her and already feel relief after just the first session. Thank you so much and continued hatzlacha with this wonderful organization!”

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Living Smarter Jewish at a Glance

13

73

nationwide programs

volunteer coaches

3

1,500+

new school curricula on financial literacy, helping students build healthy money habits from a young age

families received free, one-on-one financial coaching

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Growth Through Service The Fred and Rose Distenfeld OU Relief Missions empower Jewish participants to respond to natural disasters and humanitarian crises through hands-on chessed and community rebuilding. Participants gain leadership skills, deepen their Jewish identity, and leave with a lasting sense of purpose, pride, and responsibility as active contributors to both the Jewish and global communities.

Charlie’s Story When our volunteers arrived at Charlie’s home in Pine Island, Florida, they found an 82-year-old widower and retired country musician whose deck — and much of his property — had been destroyed by a hurricane.

The first-ever OU Relief Missions group, made up of shul members, tore down the damaged deck, rebuilt his chicken coop, and even cleaned out his pantry to discard long-expired food and undrinkable water.

Before leaving, they returned with fresh water and canned goods. Charlie was unable to hold back his tears, telling the group he had never met a Jew before — and he had never seen such kindness.

Over the next few days, additional OU volunteers rebuilt his deck completely. As they worked, Charlie sat in his chair, playing his guitar as a thank you. Neighbors who passed by said he looked 15 years younger.

Our participants, ages 16 to 45, walked away inspired and empowered, carrying with them a profound sense of Jewish

AT A GLANCE

Honoring Unsung Heroes At the end of the school year, OU Relief Missions launched a new initiative to honor educators at the Tikva Children’s Home, a local orphanage in Odessa, Ukraine, which is now in Bucharest, Romania. Since there is no PTA or parent community at this unique school, the OU hosted the first-ever teacher appreciation dinner at a local restaurant.

OU volunteers made sure to express to the teachers that, although they don’t interact with parents, it is clear that they are dedicated to tinokot shel beit raban (schoolchildren)— and the group was honored to uplift those who give so much to others every day.

The school’s administration reported that their staff talked about this event for days, saying this was the first time in their careers that they felt so appreciated.

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13

relief missions conducted globally

locations visited worldwide *

22

21

partner schools

partner organizations

11,000+

16

volunteer hours

new groups participating in relief missions

*USA (Asheville, NC; Fort Myers, Pine Island, and Tampa, FL; Lutcher and New Orleans, LA; Spirit Lake, IA; and Puerto Rico); Costa Rica; Israel; India; Panama; and Romania

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Savitsky Communal Growth Initiative Founded in 2008 by former OU President, Stephen Savitsky, and his wife, Genie, the Savitsky Communal Growth Initiative helps Orthodox singles, couples, families, and retirees discover affordable communities that provide the full infrastructure of Jewish life, enabling the growth of religious communities outside major metropolitan areas, and enhancing its members’ quality of life.

AT A GLANCE

The Savitsky Growth Initiative began with the first Jewish Community Relocation Fair in 2008, which drew 16 communities and several hundred attendees. Since then, the biennial Savitsky Home Relocation Fairs have become a powerful driver of Jewish communal growth. Today, they feature more than 60 communities, attract thousands of participants worldwide, and inspire countless relocations that strengthen Jewish life across North America and Israel.

10

2,500+

Savitsky Community Fairs held since 2008

attendees from 35 states and 19 countries participated in 2024

135

3,952

community booths representing 32 U.S. states, plus Canada and Israel, have participated since 2008

community resources (shuls, schools, mikvaot, kollelim) listed on communities.ou.org

As the Savitskys saw firsthand during their travels to communities across the U.S. and Canada, many families were being priced out of major metropolitan areas. The fairs address that challenge by highlighting smaller communities with robust Orthodox amenities — shuls, schools, mikvaot, and kollelim — alongside affordable housing and family-friendly environments.

Recent fairs have also expanded to serve new demographics.

The 2025 Retire & Relocate Fair catered to retirees and empty nesters, while partnerships with organizations such as Nefesh B’Nefesh and OU Israel keep aliyah front and center.

Complementing the fairs, the initiative’s website, communities.ou.org, provides nearly 4,000 resources to help families explore communities year-round.

Members of the Jacksonville Communal Growth Committee, Rebbetzin Judi Steinig, and Genie and Stephen Savitsky, celebrate the presentation of the 2024 OU Savitsky Communal Growth Award.

The CapitIL Realty/Givati Law booth from the 2025 Retire & Relocate Fair

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Our booth looked AMAZING. Jacksonville community members signed up for time slots in the live chat room to talk to the many people who visited. With many families to follow up with, we felt like our efforts paid off and the day was a success. A few months later, Rebbetzin Judi called with news: Mr. Stephen Savitsky was so impressed with the achdus displayed by our community that the OU decided to bestow upon us the very first Savitsky Communal Growth Award.”

Lieba Abecassis, 2025 Fair Participant Jacksonville, FL

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Stimulating Program Initiative for Retirees that Inspires Thought OU created SPIRIT to ensure that Jewish life continues to be rich, meaningful, and connected long after professional responsibilities wind down.

Through engaging online programs on a wide range of topics, SPIRIT reaches retirees, not-yet-retirees, empty nesters, and seniors across the globe. What began a decade ago as an inperson program has flourished online for the past five and a half years, reaching over 10,000 participants across 45 U.S. states and 26 countries.

Each week, hundreds join SPIRIT’s free Tuesday Zoom sessions to learn and connect with others in the Jewish community.

Programs explore a wide range of topics relevant to those 60+, from Torah study and Jewish thought to financial matters, family relationships, health, culture, and timely issues — showing that learning never retires.

SPIRIT also offers: SPIRIT, YACHAD, and Boca Raton Synagogue Empty Nesters presented "Grandparenting Your Grandchild with Special Needs.” Pictured, L to R: Staff of Yachad Florida, SPIRIT, and BRS —Natasha Len, Tzippy Richmond, Simone Brodie, Chani Herrmann, Rebbetzin Judi Steinig, Talia Bornstein, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, and Moshe Stuart.

AT A GLANCE

10,000+

45

individuals have participated since 2020

U.S. states and 26 countries represented

250+

40+

recorded programs available in the SPIRIT archives

topics *from Torah and Jewish thought to financial matters, family relationships, health, wellness, and culture

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The Enrichment Center for Lifelong Learning, an online database, featuring multi-session courses with expert instructors

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Support groups for people living with Parkinson’s, facilitated by licensed mental health professionals

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A growing digital archive of recorded programs spanning dozens of topics

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Last year, OU hosted a program about writing legacy letters. I used that as inspiration to honor my mother on her 98th birthday. My siblings, spouse, and nephews wrote of happy memories and lessons learned. This year, it has expanded to include cousins, too. One cousin wrote that she was a five-year-old flower girl at Mom’s wedding and is 82 now, but still remembers her wedding gown. The legacy book is almost more fun for me to collate than it will be for Mom, who’s celebrating 99 in August. Thanks for your good work!”

Maury Kohn, Overland Park, KS

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Halacha Initiatives Halacha Initiatives addresses the halachic challenges facing North American Jewry while supporting communities and organizations in enhancing mitzvah observance.

Through new systems, technology, and partnerships, the program empowers local leaders and ensures halachic practice is upheld with clarity and reliability. With an open door to innovation, Halacha Initiatives continually explores ideas about enhancing mitzvah observance.

Meeting Today’s Halachic Challenges Conferences & Networks – Halacha Initiatives hosted two North American conferences: one for eruv professionals and one for female Chevra Kadisha leaders. Each gathering not only advanced technical knowledge but also built international networks that now support communities every day.

IN ACTION

1,000+

5,000

OU-approved mezuzot are now available for purchase

subscribers receive Hayom daily reminders for Jewish living via email and WhatsApp

125+

100+

Protecting Mezuzot – In partnership with OU Kosher, Halacha Initiatives began reshaping the mezuzah market to protect consumers from subpar or fraudulent products. Today, OUapproved mezuzot are available online, giving families confidence that their mitzvah is fulfilled properly.

poskim, rabbanim, builders, and supervisors attended the second Annual City Eruv Conference

community eruvin included in the OU Eruv app and software

Expanding Horizons – Under the leadership of Director of Halacha Initiatives, Rabbi Ezra Sarna, the department is exploring additional areas such as shaatnez and mikvaot, building partnerships, and determining how the OU can best extend a helping hand.

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Eruv Software Development – The department expanded its eruv software, equipping teams around the world with tools to streamline supervision. By leveraging the innovation of individuals and scaling it across communities, the network has raised the professionalism and halachic standards of the vital mitzvah of eruvin.

cities represented and 100+ female leaders of Chevrot Kadisha participated in the OU/NASCK Chevra Kadisha Conference

Left: Eruv Poskim R' Mordechai Willig (R), R' Shlomo Francis (L) and R' Chaim Jachter (M) meet for the first time and share stories. Community Rav R' Pinchas Fink listens in.

Top: R' Micah Shotkin, eruv builder, gives practical tips to eruv supervisors at the City Eruv Conference.

Bottom: 100+ female Chevra Kadisha heads hear words of inspiration from Rabbi Elchonon Zohn of NASCK.

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Helping Shuls Thrive The Karasick Department of Synagogue Initiatives provides Orthodox synagogues with the support and guidance they need to thrive, strengthening shuls as centers of Torah, tefillah, and chesed. Through leadership development, operational consulting, and klal programs, Synagogue Initiatives empowers rabbis, lay leaders, and professionals with the tools, networks, and guidance needed to cultivate thriving shuls at the heart of vibrant Jewish communities.

Supporting Synagogues at Every Stage Synagogue Initiatives serves as both a resource and a partner for shuls navigating the challenges of contemporary communal life. Through its chabura network, rabbanim connect with peers facing similar realities, find inspiration in shared learning, and gain strength and perspective. Executive directors and lay leaders benefit from professional networks and conferences that provide tools for effective management and a community of colleagues who understand their work.

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Thank you to the OU for the investment in our shul through your board training initiative. There is no question that this investment will help our leadership as we take the next steps in serving our kehila.”

Rabbi Ken Brodkin Bnai Israel, Manalapan, NJ

Synagogue Initiatives’ operational consulting addresses the dayto-day realities that can otherwise drain a synagogue’s energy.

Whether guiding boards through strategic planning, refining job descriptions, or steering building campaigns, Synagogue Initiatives provides practical expertise so that leaders can focus on their sacred mission of kiddush Hashem. Seminars, like The Ten Commandments of Shul Boards, translate big-picture values into actionable practices, ensuring that governance supports, rather than hinders, communal flourishing.

Klal programs extend this reach by building networks across the diverse roles that sustain synagogue life. Geared for everyone from gabbaim to bikur cholim volunteers, these gatherings elevate voices that are often overlooked, yet central to the synagogue’s vitality. By cultivating dialogue, sharing best practices, and fostering collaboration, Synagogue Initiatives strengthens both individual shuls and the communal fabric as a

Synagogue Initiatives’ Impact —

Rabbinic chabura gatherings nurturing Torah learning and spiritual growth

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Networks that give synagogue leaders strength, perspective, and connection

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Guidance that transforms operational work into opportunities for spiritual growth

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Board trainings that align leadership with communal purpose

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Klal programs that elevate the spiritual life of shuls across North America

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Daily Tehillim Call inspires thousands of people worldwide

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Facilitating Meaningful Learning Through a robust portfolio of innovative, impactful, and high-quality Torah programs and shiurim, OU Torah Initiatives fosters excitement and a love of Torah learning in adults and children worldwide. Our captivating online and in-person initiatives reinforce the value of consistent daily learning and the joy of infusing Torah into participants' lives.

HaRav Kalman Ber, Chief Rabbi of Israel, addressing mesaymim at the Siyum Yerushalmi November 2024

All Torah This year, All Torah undertook a significant overhaul of its backend systems to enable the development of new features.

Among these new initiatives is All Siyum, a platform designed to assist individuals and siyum coordinators in tracking learning progress and setting reminders. All Siyum is fully integrated with All Daf and All Mishnah, ensuring a seamless learning experience across the apps.

In addition, All Torah launched a new WhatsApp community, All Torah Clips, which provides short, shareable parsha insights five days a week. These clips are also available on YouTube, while full-length shiurim remain accessible through All Parsha.

BY THE NUMBERS

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I have really enjoyed using the All Mishnah app, whether listening to the amazing shiurim, or on my own. It has been instrumental in helping me keep up to date with the cycle.”

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This is my first time finishing Bava Basra!

I have a chavrusa, and I use All Daf for chazarah, and when I can’t learn in person.

The tracker is a lifesaver!”

200K+

10,100

App

WhatsApp community members

1,352

1,300

Instagram followers

YouTube subscribers

NEW CONTENT INCLUDES:

Shloshim Yom Kodem HaChag

Musings of a Book Collector

As part of the All Torah mission to bring high-quality, relevant Torah content straight to our subscribers in the most accessible way possible, we launched this new series in time for Pesach.

The shiurim are available via WhatsApp and All Daf.

This new series with Rabbi Dr. Eliezer Brodt is a series of wellorganized content about seforim and other Judaic works for our subscribers and listeners.

Kelomar – Chumash & Rashi Clarified This is a fresh new series taught from the Old City of Yerushalayim. With clarity, energy, and warmth, Rabbi Sholom Menachem Wohlgelernter brings Chumash and Rashi to life, helping subscribers understand all the Rashis on the parsha each week.

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After the Mishnah by Rabbi Moshe Schwed A new daily series designed to complement the Mishnah Yomi cycle in Masechet Avot, revolutionizing the way Pirkei Avot is learned. Each short episode (2–3 minutes) offers a takeaway from that day’s Mishnah — whether a practical insight, story, or timely thought — to help bring learning into your day. Available on All Mishnah and WhatsApp.

All Torah Siyumim —

Siyum Seder Nezikin with Rabbi Moshe Elefant and Rabbi Chaim Aryeh Zev Ginzberg: Brooklyn, September 2025

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Siyum Seder Nezikin with Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz and Rabbi Shlomo Farhi: North Woodmere, September 2025

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Third Annual Evening of Inspiration with Rabbi Shalom Rosner: Teaneck, July 2025

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Siyum Yerushalmi Seder Zeraim with HaRav Kalman Ber, Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Zecharia Resnik, and Rabbi Shalom Rosner: Yerushalayim, November 2024

Tisha B'Av 2025 This year, Torah Initiatives delivered meaningful content on the Tisha B’Av website including livestreams with Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt"l, Rabbi Steven Weil, and Rabbi Yaakov Glasser. On-demand programming included a kinot explanation by Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb, a feature film by the OU Women’s Initiative, the NCSY Kumzitz of the World, and special OU Israel videos by Rabbi Avi

Top: Director of All Torah Rabbi Moshe Schwed (right), celebrates with participants at the Siyum Yerushalayim in Israel. November 2024 Bottom: Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt’’l, at an All Mishnah Jr. siyum at Hebrew Academy in Montreal

All Mishnah Jr. All Mishnah Jr. (AMJ) inspires middle school students to voluntarily learn two Mishnayot a day, cultivating a love for Torah study and turning it into a lifelong practice.

In 2024-2025

2,400

800+

students in 33 schools across North America enrolled in AMJ

students completed Masechet Megillah

100,000+ Mishnayot were learned by our participants

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Thanks for this program. I have finished Masechet Megillah and Sanhedrin by learning with my chavrusa on the bus in the morning, and with my father during yeshiva break.”

Eitan Sixth Grade, Yeshivat Noam, Teaneck, NJ

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AMJ is perfectly designed for kids with the ideal balance of fun and meaning. The learning is not overwhelming, the website is straightforward, the pocket Mishnayot are wonderful, and the excitement around our weekly raffles is electric. But most importantly, the program teaches students at an early age about the value of kviut, of setting goals and times to learn daily.”

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Women’s Initiative The OU Women’s Initiative elevates and connects Orthodox Jewish women through Torah study, leadership development, and community engagement.

Since its founding in 2017, The OU Women’s Initiative has become a central platform for Torah learning, leadership development, and community engagement for women across the globe. Built on three foundational pillars — Learning, Leadership, and Community — the initiative provides high-impact programming and opportunities for women to strengthen Jewish life locally and worldwide.

In 2025, more than 25,000 women participated in OU Women’s Initiative programs. Our flagship program, Torat Imecha Nach Yomi, has united women in 28 countries and 38 U.S. states, turning daily study into a vibrant global network. The Torat Imecha Halacha program offers halachic learning on timely topics like Hilchot Shabbat, while K’Isha Achat, a day of Torah learning, brings hundreds together in shared inspiration.

Close to 500 women from North America and Israel participated in the Max and Yetty Monderer ALIT Summer Beit Midrash, a dynamic two-week online learning experience covering unique Torah subjects, from penimiyut, to Tanach, to Jewish history.

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Leadership development remains central to the Initiative’s mission. The biennial Leadership Summit convened emerging and established leaders for training, networking, and collaboration, and the Mikvah Directors Symposium supported communal professionals in creating welcoming, uplifting environments in their mikvaot. The Community Mental Health Support Fellowship equipped rebbetzins, kallah teachers, and chinuch and kiruv professionals with specialized training to support individuals and families facing personal challenges.

The Initiative continues to innovate with programs like Transforming Tehillim Together, which helps communities bring the words of Tehillim into their contemporary experiences, and the Programming Idea Lab, which provides female leaders a collaborative space to share and shape new ideas, and elevate the experiences of women in their communities.

Baltimore's delegation of women leaders at the OU Women's Initiative Lay Leadership Summit, May 2025.

Attendees of the OU Women's Initiative Foundations of Mental Health Fellowship Seminar, July 2025

Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman, OU Women's Initiative Lay Leadership Summit, May 2025

Rabbi Hauer, zt"l, addressing participants at the OU Women's Initiative Leadership Summit

“Go from Saying to Praying” A particular highlight this year was Go From Saying to Praying, which celebrated the Nach Yomi transition from Nevi’im to Ketuvim with the launch of Sefer Tehillim.

The multifaceted campaign included Nach Shabbat scholar-in-residence weekends in 21 synagogues across the U.S. and Canada, where Nach Yomi educators inspired communities with in-person shiurim. National Zoom programs expanded access even further, with thousands attending virtual Torah learning sessions with Ms. Rivi Frankel, Mrs. Tzivi Zuckerman, and Mrs. Rivka Segal.

The Transforming Tehillim Together series of micro-grants empowered communities to design their own creative programming. The launch of Tehillim 150, a national initiative for high school girls led by Yael Davidowitz, invites younger learners to study a perek each day for 150 days. This exciting campaign welcomed a surge of new participants to Torat Imecha Nach Yomi and set the stage for the upcoming siyum celebrations worldwide in February 2026.

Participants at the OU Women's Initiative Foundations of Mental Health Fellowship Seminar, July 2025

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22,000+

350+

Torat Imecha Nach Yomi subscribers across 45 countries

synagogues and organizations participating in Lech Knos fast-day gatherings across 200+ cities

200+ mikvah attendants and directors trained

1,000+

3,400+ Torat Imecha Halacha email subscribers and WhatsApp members

participants in our Emergency Tehillim rallies

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Impact Accelerator The Impact Accelerator empowers social entrepreneurs and enhances nonprofit excellence with the goal of innovating effective solutions to communal challenges.

From Ideas to Impact Innovation is the lifeblood of thriving communities, and the Orthodox community is no exception. The Impact Accelerator program shows what’s possible when visionaries are given the mentorship, network, and tools to lead.

What began as an experiment in social innovation has become a proven model: Invest in bold leaders, equip them with resources and mentorship, and watch their ideas ripple outward into lasting change. Over the past several years, powerful ideas developed in the Impact Accelerator have grown into sustainable organizations reshaping Jewish communal life.

Our cohort had the gift of hearing from Rabbi Hauer zt”l, who offered meaningful insights on our shared responsibility to the community — deeply inspiring the next generation of startup founders.

The Road Ahead The Impact Accelerator is cultivating a vibrant ecosystem of Jewish social innovation. With each new venture, its network grows stronger, and so does its capacity to meet challenges with courage and creativity. The OU is shaping the next generation of resilient, impactful nonprofits that will strengthen the Jewish community for decades to come.

Today, the Accelerator brings together entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, funders, and alumni to reimagine what’s possible for our community.

Meet the Ventures Created by the Latest Impact Accelerator Cohort

Our Drivers of Change

— A Single Impact: Creates community, resources, and networking opportunities for frum singles to foster meaningful connections.

The Impact Accelerator’s three department branches work to harness innovation and address our communal challenges: Cohort - This year, the Impact Accelerator welcomed Cohort 6 and eight new organizations — the largest cohort so far.

A select group of nonprofit founders joined our intensive program to strengthen their organizations, scale their impact, and build resilience. Alumni stay connected through ongoing learning, collaboration, and shared support.

This year, the Impact Accelerator also launched its first Intrapreneurs Cohort! Just as the Impact Accelerator has helped nonprofit ventures operationalize and scale, it applied the same model internally — guiding individuals from across many different OU departments to refine and scale their innovative internal initiatives.

Community - Through virtual workshops and developing an online resource hub, the Accelerator shares tools and builds networks that nonprofit professionals need to strengthen their work.

Commitment - Strategic partnerships with visionary lay leaders and funders ensure that innovation is not only supported, but sustained.

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— Atzmi: Empowers Orthodox teens with positive selfesteem and body image, reducing vulnerability to eating disorders.

— Chazkeinu: Offers Jewish women a supportive community to navigate mental health challenges and find healing together.

— Chesed Connects: Links volunteers eager to help with opportunities to do acts of chesed.

— Lifnai V’Lifnim: Equips educators with tools and training to deepen spiritual and personal connections within their schools and communities.

— Shifrah: Provides education and support around hyperemesis gravidarum for women, families, rabbis, and medical professionals.

— Team Protect: Promotes child safety through advocacy, awareness, preventive solutions, and grief support.

— Tikvaseinu: Supports women facing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders with resources, groups, and individual guidance.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Creating Communities Where Every Single Person Matters Kol Echad (formerly Ashiva) addresses the oft-overlooked needs of men and women who are single, divorced, or widowed in the family-oriented Orthodox community. In partnership with communal leaders, Kol Echad has created community-wide systematic change and custom-tailored initiatives. These include meal invitation programs for singles, an easy-to-use online database connecting the community to all available resources, a community coordinator, and more.

Part of Kol Echad’s mission is to educate the communityat-large about this population. Wide-reaching marketing campaigns, launched before Yomim Tovim, as well as community-wide events, encourage greater sensitivity and awareness.

In 2025, Kol Echad launched Makom Kavuah, a toolkit designed to assist shuls in establishing handpicked, trained, and professionally supported mentors for children of single parents who cannot sit with their children in shul. Created in partnership with mental health and educational experts, this program has already been rolled out in the U.S., the U.K., and Israel where it is being adapted to assist mothers whose husbands are in miluim. A bi-monthly e-magazine, launched in September with articles by Yaakov Langer, Avital ChizhikGoldschmidt, and others, seeks to highlight the unique situations of the Kol Echad population and inspire more individuals to help create more inclusive communities.

Panel Discussion on the Challenges of Singlehood with (L-R) Channah Cohen, Tzipora Grodko, Rabbi Hauer, zt"l, and Rabbi Shmuel Silber

2025 IMPACT

Makom Kavuah Makom Kavuah toolkit launched to help shuls choose and train mentors for children of single parents, and implemented in the U.S., the U.K., and Israel.

Magazine Bi-monthly e-magazine highlights the Kol Echad population’s needs.

Marketing for Makom Kavuah in Ohr Torah, Edison, New Jersey

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Creating a Conversation About Modern Jewish Life

18Forty is a contemporary Beit Midrash engaging with the pressing questions of today. From scholars like Haym Soloveitchik to leaders like Natan Sharansky, 18Forty fosters meaningful conversations on faith, identity, and community. By confronting topics such as mental health, denominational division, prayer, and humanity, 18Forty helps today’s Jews rediscover an enduring connection to Jewish traditions.

In a rapidly evolving world where traditional institutions struggle to address contemporary issues, 18Forty presents a fresh, unifying approach that blends timeless Orthodox values with modern Jewish experiences. 18Forty recognizes that individuals today face unprecedented challenges, including escalating religious questions, shifting cultural norms, and the dizzying pace of technological change.

Amid this uncertainty, 18Forty’s mission is clear: striving to empower every Jew, regardless of background, denomination, or personal journey, to explore questions of faith, identity, and belonging with emotional honesty and intellectual depth.

Through thoughtful dialogue, easily accessible educational materials, and a welcoming community, 18Forty provides a vibrant space for deep inquiry and meaningful connections.

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Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin greeting listeners at the 18Forty fifth anniversary celebration

Whether seeking clarity in religious beliefs, navigating family and community relationships, or simply exploring what Judaism can offer in the modern age, 18Forty serves as a trusted forum for tens of thousands. 18Forty inspires transformation by fostering an environment where curiosity is valued, critical thinking is nurtured, and diverse viewpoints are welcomed. Ultimately, the OU believes that a thriving Jewish future depends on the ability to ask bold questions, learn from one another, and bridge the gap between tradition and life today.

BY THE NUMBERS

2.5M+

2.2M+

1M+

individuals reached annually across all platforms

podcast downloads

YouTube views

300+

7K+

280+

diverse podcast guests exploring 30+ critical contemporary topics

weekly newsletter subscribers

podcast

Where others see insurmountable challenges, 18Forty sees transformation waiting to happen. 18Forty was founded precisely to address three core problems: — 1

Create On-Ramps, Not Exit Signs: Too many in the Jewish community see bright exit signs. 18Forty creates opportunities for Jews to re-enter and authentically reconnect with tradition.

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Stop the “Leakage”: Programs address the ever-increasing assimilation of the modern era through difficult but honest conversations that spotlight diverse voices.

— 3

Strengthen Identity in the Meta-Modern Moment: Amid rapid social and technological changes, 18Forty seeks ways to foster meaning and build a strong Jewish identity.

There is an urgent demand for platforms that examine modern challenges alongside traditional Jewish concepts, and for spaces where belief and uncertainty can coexist. 18Forty paves fresh pathways for those who have distanced themselves from, or left Judaism, and invites them to reconnect with their tradition.

Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin addressing the 18Forty fifth anniversary celebration

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Torah AI – OHRBIT As Artificial Intelligence transforms every sector, the OU is harnessing its resources to expand and elevate Torah learning. OU in-house developers, together with leading experts, have created OHRBIT, a groundbreaking app that delivers a personalized Torah learning experience. Currently in beta testing, the app is slated for release this winter.

BETA TESTING, COMING SOON OHRBIT is an innovative AI-powered learning platform that brings the depth of Torah to your fingertips — intelligently, intuitively, and on your terms. Whether you are just starting out or wish to stay consistent in your learning, OHRBIT curates and recommends trusted, personalized content based on the user’s interests, abilities, and goals. Designed for the modern learner and rooted in tradition, it transforms Jewish learning into an experience that’s smart, seamless, and personal.

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Powered by the OU and built on leading AI technology, OHRBIT is your daily chavrusa, coach, and connection.

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Set your custom learning style and schedule.

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Get content recommendations that adapt over time.

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Learn by listening, reading, and watching.

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Track progress, set reminders, and celebrate milestones.

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Clean, elegant interface for immersive learning.

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Support for beginners, people returning to learning, and advanced scholars.

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Options for daily inspiration or deeper journeys.

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Download the OHRBIT app on your smartphone or visit www.Ohrbit.ai.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Intelligent. Relevant.

Thoughtful.

Since 1985, Jewish Action has been a trusted voice of the Orthodox community, reaching 125,000 readers annually across North America and Israel. Each glossy quarterly issue features thought-provoking essays and insights from some of the most respected voices in Orthodox life, exploring issues that matter most— from Jewish day school affordability and the teacher shortage, to making aliyah and living with emunah in challenging times.

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In the wake of October 7, the symposium, "Welcoming October 8th Jews Home", met the moment, highlighting a surprising wave of spiritual awakening among previously unaffiliated Jews, with leading rabbis, rebbetzins, and outreach professionals sharing strategies for welcoming them into community life.

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“Leaving the Fold,” a cover story on attrition based on original OU research, brought personal stories to light, revealing why some people leave and yet continue to remain connected to the Orthodox world, showcasing the strengths and challenges of our communities.

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“Voices of Valor” celebrated courageous women advocating for Israel and the Jewish people.

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“Building a Community” explored how dedicated individuals roll up their sleeves and build the Orthodox communities they envision in cities across North America, from Phoenix, Arizona, to Springfield, New Jersey.

These stories and so many others reflect Jewish Action’s mission: to educate, inspire, and religiously strengthen members of the Jewish community.

Readership from North America to Israel: Jewish Action’s reach continues to grow. In addition to wide distribution across North America, each quarter, about 5,000 copies are distributed in Israel in shuls serving English-speaking olim, strengthening the OU’s connection to Anglo communities throughout Israel.

An Expanding Digital Presence: Jewish Action’s monthly e-newsletter, edited with the same care as the print magazine, continues to grow rapidly. Each edition, now available in a printfriendly format for Shabbat reading, features web-exclusive articles, selections from the print issue, and treasures from the archive on topics ranging from kashrut to Israel, chagim, recipes, Jewish thought, history, and book reviews. Jewish Action recently launched a monthly podcast featuring stories and issues from its pages. Both initiatives are part of a broader strategy to expand the magazine’s digital presence, connecting with new and longtime readers in fresh and engaging ways.

An Award-Winning Publication: Jewish Action’s impressive coverage was recognized with five Simon Rockower Awards for Excellence in Jewish Journalism at the 2024 American Jewish Press Association Conference. Often called the “Jewish Pulitzers,” the Rockowers celebrate the finest Jewish journalism in North America.

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Safe, high-quality, accessible Jewish education can be a reality.

Jewish Education for All Teach Coalition is a nonpartisan, multi-state grassroots movement advocating on behalf of yeshivot and Jewish day schools nationwide — securing equitable government funding and resources so that high-quality Jewish education is within reach for all families. As the leading Jewish advocacy organization in seven states, Teach Coalition has secured billions of dollars in government support since its founding just over a decade ago, while mobilizing thousands of advocates to strengthen Jewish education and community safety.

2025 Impact Preparing the next generation of Jewish leaders has never been more critical. Over the past year, Teach Coalition met the moment, delivering unprecedented support to make high-quality Jewish education possible for even more of our children. The impact has been extraordinary: •

In New York, Teach Coalition secured $85.5 million for STEM education, $105 million for school security, $230 million for CAP/MSR (Comprehensive Attendance Policy and Mandated Services Reimbursement), and, for the first time, universal free meals in nonpublic schools.

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In Florida, Teach Coalition preserved $20 million for Jewish school security, despite statewide budget cuts.

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In New Jersey, Teach Coalition added 139 state-funded STEM teachers, saving schools and families millions.

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In California, the landmark Loffman lawsuit spearheaded

by Teach Coalition paved the way for state funding to support children with disabilities in religious schools.

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In Maryland, Teach Coalition secured a new Baltimore County school bus pilot program, offering safe, reliable, and eco-friendly transportation starting this fall.

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My Jewish education has helped me build a strong Jewish identity by really helping me know what it means to be Jewish.”

Sean, Senior, HAFTR

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On the federal level, Teach Coalition has been at the forefront of advancing the Federal Scholarship Program — a groundbreaking tax credit initiative poised to bring meaningful tuition relief to thousands of Jewish families.

Teach Coalition is actively shaping the program’s federal regulations, engaging governors and state leaders to encourage participation, and working with partners nationwide to build the infrastructure that will allow every Jewish school and student to benefit.

Beyond these legislative victories, our Government Maximization team helped schools unlock more than $20 million in STEM, arts, and mandated services applications.

Project Protect guided schools and synagogues through the grant process, securing tens of millions of dollars in security upgrades nationwide.

With record government funding, grassroots advocacy, and powerful community mobilization, 2025 was a year of resilience and impact. And as antisemitism continues to rise, Teach Coalition remains steadfast in its mission: making Jewish schools more secure, sustainable, and affordable so every child can access a Jewish education.

A Jewish Education Dream Come True

“

..the thing that we wanted, but never even explored further because we thought it was impossible, became possible…

They [our children] now understand very deeply who they are, what they are. What does it mean to be Jewish? Why it’s so special to be Jewish.”

Guy Regev, Parent, Florida

Rabbi Hauer, zt”l, speaking at a press conference on the steps of NY City Hall during the launch of the Teach Coalition/ EPIC Religious Discrimination Tracker. April 2025

When Leah Regev and her family moved from Jamaica to Florida, her parents, Or and Guy, dreamed of sending her to Jewish day school, but assumed it was financially out of reach. Just before their move, Or and Guy learned that universal state scholarships, created through Teach Coalition's advocacy, could make Jewish education possible.

Today, all three Regev children are thriving in day school. Their home is now filled with meaningful Torah learning, lively Shabbat dinners, and the excitement of partaking in new traditions. Leah proudly shares her newfound Jewish knowledge, even winning second place in a “bracha bee,” while her parents marvel at the deep Jewish pride and joy their children’s education has brought into their lives.

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Middle: Teach Florida 2025 Mission to Tallahassee inside the Florida Senate Chamber, with students, school leaders, and lay leaders advocating directly with state representatives

Major 2025 Wins

Bottom: Representative Jared Solomon of Philadelphia addressing the delegation of hundreds of students during the Teach PA Annual Advocacy Mission to the Harrisburg State Capitol

California

Florida

Maryland

New Jersey

After the landmark Loffman victory, we are delivering special education services, fighting for dedicated security funding, and advancing a firstever transportation program tailored to our community.

Despite statewide budget cuts, Teach Coalition preserved a $20 million allocation for Jewish school security — part of over $150 million secured for education and safety for Florida’s Jewish day schools.

In addition to $2.5 million in continued health and security support for nonpublic schools, a new Baltimore County school bus pilot program offers safe, reliable, and ecofriendly transportation.

139 state-funded teachers will be serving in our schools, saving families and schools $3 million+ , alongside expanded funding for nurses and critical student support services.

New York

Nevada

Pennsylvania

$150M+

Total funding for nonpublic schools reached $470 million, including $85.5 million for STEM education — a $10 million increase from last year.

This also included ensuring that nonpublic schools were part of the historic passage of the Universal Free Meals program.

Preservation of the Opportunity Scholarship program protects tuition assistance for thousands of Jewish students.

While the state budget is still being finalized, Teach Coalition is championing a first-ofits-kind STEM program, safeguarding EITC, and advancing major nonpublic school initiatives.

in new government funding secured in 2025

61,000+ students represented by 205 dues-paying member schools

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Inspiring the Jewish Future for 70 Years and Counting NCSY: Building the Next Generation of Jewish Leaders Since its founding in 1954 as the youth movement of the Orthodox Union, NCSY has been a trailblazer in engaging Jewish youth — both those raised in Orthodox homes and those finding their way to Jewish life for the first time. Through cutting-edge educational, social, and leadership programming, NCSY helps teens become passionately committed leaders of the Jewish community and instruments for positive change and renewal.

NCSY reaches more than 35,000 teens annually across six countries, inspiring them to lead, grow, and shape the Jewish future.

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Rabbi Hauer, zt”l, engages with JSU teens on the annual Olami Launch trip for public school seniors.

JSU: A Beacon of Jewish Pride on Campus For Jewish teens in public school, Jewish Student Union (JSU) is often the only Jewish club on campus — a vibrant space where students can learn and connect with each other, explore Jewish culture and history, and discover opportunities for deeper engagement. What began in 2002 with just four clubs in Los Angeles has grown into a network of more than 500 clubs nationwide, reaching over 22,000 students each year.

BY THE NUMBERS

35,031

23,976

teens participated in an NCSY program in 2024–25

of those teens came from community or public schools

500

309

JSU clubs across the United States

public high school graduates spent a gap year in Israel

OVER THE SUMMER:

1,072

647

teens traveled to Israel as part of an NCSY summer program

attended an NCSY summer program in the U.S.

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A Summer in Israel Against All Odds This past summer, amid the backdrop of war and uncertainty, NCSY and JSU teens showed extraordinary courage and commitment by traveling to Israel in extraordinary numbers.

Despite the threat of war causing logistical difficulties like travel restrictions and airport closures, more than 1,000 teens made it to the Jewish homeland, more than from any other Jewish teen organization in the world.

They came to learn, explore its sites and cities, and stand proudly with Am Yisrael. From early morning prayer workshops in Jerusalem to sunset singalongs by the Sea of Galilee, these young people were transformed as they traveled the length and breadth of Israel.

Watch now: NCSY Summer participant Max encountered the mitzvah of tefillin — and the legacy of a fallen soldier.

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4G: Inspiring a Generation of Jewish Women In just a few short years, NCSY’s 4G program — the all-girls track of NCSY — has transformed from a local initiative into a global movement redefining what it means for teenage girls to live inspired, empowered Jewish lives. Operating in nearly a dozen communities across the United States and Canada, 4G has seen extraordinary growth, expanding from 1,869 participants in 2023–24 to 2,355 in 2024–25 — a 26% increase.

That growth reflects more than numbers; it reflects a rising demand for spaces where Jewish girls can explore their identity, leadership, and connection to Torah in an authentic and joyful way. As Rabbi Jonah Lerner, NCSY’s Managing Director of Strategy and Development, explains, “One of the strengths of NCSY is its ability to pivot and evolve to meet the needs of today’s teens — providing safe, positive environments where young women can stand proudly for themselves and their Jewishness.”

Nowhere was that spirit more alive than at the Fourth Annual 4G Convention, held this year in Somerset, New Jersey. Over 250 girls from 15 states and Canada gathered for a weekend themed “Hineini: Yisgaber K’Ari”— a call to show up with strength and

passion in one’s Judaism. The event launched with a yacht party pulsing with music and energy, and evolved into a Shabbaton filled with learning, inspiration, and sisterhood. Each session — whether a heartfelt challah bake honoring October 7 hostages, or an intimate late-night learning circle — channeled the message that Judaism is personal, alive, and relevant.

At the heart of the weekend was what 4G does best: create belonging through Torah and leadership. Teens packed optional learning sessions, shared raw stories of struggle and faith at the Friday night “Tishmar,” and joined in an emotional havdalah and concert with Jewish recording artist Jeryko. Parents attending Motzei Shabbat were struck by the authenticity of the experience and the confidence it instilled in their daughters.

“4G helped me realize that I don’t have to be perfect to be close to Hashem; I just have to be real,” said one participant.

That sentiment echoes what countless others feel: 4G is a place where being yourself is the starting point for spiritual growth.

In every city, every branch, and every heart it touches, 4G continues to ignite that spark — one girl at a time.

Ruach on fire at 4G Con

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Your Voice in Our Nation’s Capital OU Advocacy (OUA) is the nonpartisan public policy arm of the Orthodox Union, representing the Orthodox community’s interests and values in our nation’s capital.

From supporting Israel to combating antisemitism to securing essential funding for shuls and schools, OUA uses its relationships in Washington to be your voice.

OUA lay leaders meet with Rep. Gabe Amo

Big Fights, Big Wins OU Advocacy is truly a communal effort. While it works with public officials and allies in Washington, D.C., OU Advocacy sees the greatest success when the Orthodox community engages.

This year, OUA also launched two exciting new programs: T H E O U AT TO RN EYS CO N F EREN C E

That’s why OUA’s annual Mission to Washington in the spring is so important. This year, 150 Jewish lay leaders joined to meet with high-level officials at the Department of Justice, hear from senators and representatives, and lobby congressional members on the community’s biggest issues.

The OU Attorneys Conference brought together 125 lawyers, judges, and public officials to explore new legal tools for combating antisemitism.

These meetings are not for show. This advocacy played an important role in securing hundreds of millions of dollars for security grants that help shuls, schools, and other community institutions protect their constituents. OU Advocacy drove home the importance of continuing support for Israel and passing new legislation to fight antisemitism.

The Leaders In Advocacy Training (LIAT) Fellowship empowers college students to become the next generation of Jewish policy advocates through mentorship, hands-on training, real-world experience in Washington, and a capstone project that puts their training into action.

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L I AT F EL LOWSH I P

A Landmark School Choice Law Passes Congress After decades of sustained advocacy, Congress passed — and President Trump signed — the most significant federal school choice legislation in U.S. history. The new law creates a 100% federal tax credit for donations (of up to $1,700) to scholarship granting organizations (SGOs), which will in turn distribute scholarships that can be used at private schools, including Jewish day schools and yeshivot.

This breakthrough helps make Jewish education more affordable at a time when antisemitism is on the rise and the need for strong Jewish identity is more urgent than ever. OU Advocacy has been working for decades with our allies on Capitol Hill and in the interfaith community to make this happen, and this is just the beginning. OUA will continue working to expand the program, increase contribution limits, and protect participating schools’ religious freedom.

AT A GLANCE

$474.5 M

150

secured in Nonprofit Security Grants for nonprofit entities to increase security

lay leaders participated in our annual Mission to Washington

125

15

attendees at our inaugural Attorneys Conference

fellows in our college LIAT Fellowship program’s first cohort

Top: OUA inaugural Attorneys Conference to combat antisemitism (From left: Nathan Diament, Rep. Dan Goldman, Sen. Lindsey Graham) Left: Rabbi Hauer, zt”l, welcomes Sen. Josh Hawley to the OUA 2025 Mission to Washington

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Empowering Jewish Students on College Campuses and Beyond JLIC (Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus) nurtures leadership and cultivates thriving Jewish communities on campuses across North America and Israel through Torah study, Jewish programming, one-on-one support, and life-changing volunteer experiences.

For over 25 years, JLIC has transformed what Jewish life looks like on college campuses. What began with Rabbi Menachem Schrader’s vision in 2000 has grown into five thriving divisions: North America, Israel, Summer Programs, Yavneh, and Abraham’s House.

Today, rabbinic couples on 35 campuses serve as mentors, teachers, and role models, guiding more than 8,000 students a year in Torah, halacha, community-building, and life. They are the people students call when they need a listening ear, a Shabbat or holiday meal, or direction on how to live proudly as Jews in the modern world.

On Campus in North America and Israel Wherever Jewish students are — in North America, in Israel, or studying abroad — JLIC helps them flourish as observant Jews and communal leaders.

Students describe JLIC as a lifeline:

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JLIC is wonderful at helping students grow as Jews and as people. My JLIC directors at Brandeis have impacted my religious experience tremendously, and we’ve developed a wonderful relationship.”

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Rav Shlomo and Kyra Ashkenazy have single-handedly changed my entire Jewish life at WashU, from Torah learning to kashrut and halacha. They are a home away from home.”

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Rabbi and Rebbetzin Klein are staples of the Orthodox community at Penn. Their warmth and approachability created a welcoming environment for students far from home.”

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Rav Josh and Rikki Lehman are the most amazing JLIC couple.

They are always there for you whether your question is Torahrelated or not. They want the best for you and help you in any way they can.”

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It was great to have JLIC to help me transition to life in Israel. I have met most of my friends through JLIC and usually go to our JLIC couple for Shabbat, which is always a relief and a joy.”

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BY THE NUMBERS

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8,000

campuses served

students engaged annually

70+

Hundreds

rabbis/rebbetzins on JLIC campuses and communities

of weekly shiurim, chaburot, and chavrutot

Notable New Campuses and Programs In the fall of 2025, JLIC in Israel welcomed new campus couples to Machon Tal (Rivka and Ty Kay) and Ono College (Yaeli and Yoni Davis). JLIC is also innovating in the media space: the Torat JLIC Podcast launched in late 2024. Episodes feature intimate interviews with JLIC couples, and divrei Torah that highlight their unique perspectives and passion for their work.

Listen now:

College in Israel: Expanding Opportunities for American Students

Yavneh: Shaping Jewish Leaders for Life

Universities in Israel offer world-class programs in medicine, technology, and research. Many courses are taught in English and many schools have exceptional job placement rates. Through its College in Israel initiative, JLIC introduces American students to Israeli institutions best suited to their academic, religious, and personal goals.

Yavneh empowers Jewish student leaders to shape Jewish life with authenticity and Torah values.

Highlights include: —

Parlor meetings and national Zoom events reaching hundreds of families, covering essential topics like degree options, housing, and community integration

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New support for Lone Soldiers and Bnot Sherut

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Gap year programming for students extending their time in Israel

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Training and trips for U.S. guidance counselors in partnership with the Tzemach David Foundation, ensuring they can help their students navigate the application process with confidence

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New staff member dedicated to liaising with American high schools to create programming focused on college opportunities in Israel

This initiative makes it possible for more American students to pursue world-class academics in Israel, and ensures a comprehensive support system from initial interest through enrollment and integration.

Key Programs —

Yavneh Fellowship recruits and trains hundreds of new student leaders each year.

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LEAD Fellowship supports advanced leadership training and mentorship, inspiring and training upperclassmen for larger campus and national leadership roles.

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Yavneh B’Aretz and Maslul provides gap year students in Israel with immersive leadership training and mentorship to prepare them for college.

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The Yavneh National Board is a group of committed leaders shaping Yavneh.

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Leadership Curriculum teaches students how to build their leadership skills and values.

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National Leadership Shabbatons are held throughout the year and are focused on leadership training and network building.

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Serving on the National Board reminded me I wasn’t just leading on my campus, I was part of something larger.

Connecting with fellows across the country expanded my vision of what student leadership could be.”

2025 IMPACT

500

25

active student leaders on 100 campuses

national Shabbatons hosting 1,500+ students

800

10,000+

campus programs engaging 15,000+ young adults

students participating in Torah learning

650+

450+

Torah learning events

students traveling to Israel for summer and volunteer programs

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Summer and Volunteer Trips When its original summer programs were canceled due to the war with Iran, JLIC launched a new track in just 48 hours — and attracted 45 participants within a week.

Students gained professional growth through meaningful internships, and spiritual development through Torah learning, impactful volunteering opportunities, and sessions with inspiring speakers. The experience began with a meaningful Shabbaton in Yerucham, a walking tour in Ofakim led by a police officer who defended the city on October 7, and a chance to explore the area’s rich Moroccan heritage.

In partnership with Birthright Israel Onward and JNFUSA, JLIC also facilitated five-day volunteer trips to Israel.

Though June trips were postponed due to the Iran war, two groups arrived in August. Participants packaged food for families in need, hosted challah bakes for IDF soldiers, volunteered at hospitals and senior centers, and supported local farmers in Israel’s south — embodying achdut and kiddush Hashem through action.

Abraham’s House Through Abraham’s House, JLIC students live the value of chesed, caring for Jews and neighbors alike. From preparing mishloach manot for shelter residents, to visiting more than 100 Shoah survivors before chagim, to building bridges with the Druze community, students make a lasting impact.

SINCE OCTOBER 7

50+

500+

project leaders mobilized

volunteer events including 200+ activities with evacuated children

1,000+

5,000+

volunteers donating 100,000+ hours of their time

meals prepared for IDF units and reservist, hostage, and bereaved families

1M+ shekels distributed to those in need

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Emerging Career Professionals

Guiding Young Orthodox Professionals Through Life’s Big Transitions Launched in the Fall of 2024, the Emerging Career Professionals (ECP) Department delivers community, mentorship, and Torah-centered guidance to Orthodox young adults navigating pivotal life stages. Through a blend of professional development, spiritual growth, and authentic connections, ECP supports singles, newly married couples, and young families as they establish their place within the Orthodox community.

By helping these young Jews meet the moment with Torah at the center of their lives, ECP ensures that every career milestone and personal transition becomes an opportunity to honor Hashem and strengthen the Jewish future.

ECP’s work centers on three core initiatives: —

Compass Mentorship - Pairing women with experienced guides for weekly Torah study and personal support. This framework ensures that as young professionals advance in their careers, they also grow closer to Hashem.

IMPACT IN NUMBERS

140+

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ECP Pillars - Empowering passionate local leaders to deliver programming that blends Torah learning, career growth, and service opportunities directly within their communities. Each new pillar strengthens the network, enabling young Orthodox Jews to meet the moment with confidence and purpose.

young professional women attended Women Unite, a cocktail and networking event demonstrating strong demand for women-focused programming and professional connection opportunities in the Orthodox community.

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Missions and Experiences - Curating unforgettable programs such as Israel trips, service missions, and unique events designed to resonate with young professionals at their stage of life. Collaborations with partner organizations enrich these offerings while ensuring every experience reflects authentic Torah values.

100+

Together, these initiatives help participants build meaningful relationships and fortify their Jewish identity.

“

I love the ECP because it gives me the gift of Jewish community wherever I go. It’s a tangible way to stay connected to my Jewish sisters and keep growing together.”

ECP Women Unite event attendee

participants joined Flavors of Connection, an evening with renowned Israeli chef Sivan Kobi, of Sivan's Kitchen, blending culinary expertise with the Shagririm Balev matchmaking initiative. The program showcased ECP’s ability to deliver engaging, cross-cultural experiences.

600 young professionals have participated in the Upper West Side Shteiging program, which integrates Torah values with career growth and demonstrates the ideal of balancing professional success with spiritual purpose and connection with Hashem.

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The OU in Israel Strengthening Communities, Inspiring Belonging, and Meeting the Moment Across Am Yisrael A Unified Mission for a Growing Nation The OU’s work in Israel is expanding with a unified mission: to strengthen Jewish life for all who call Israel home. With new headquarters in Har Hotzvim, Jerusalem, serving as a central hub for both Israeli and Anglo initiatives, the OU in Israel now operates as one cohesive, nationwide network that reaches every corner of the country.

OU Israel Center in Jerusalem. Today, the OU has brought its work directly into the neighborhoods where people live, learn, and grow. Through city-based hubs and partnerships across Yerushalayim, Beit Shemesh, Modiin, Ra’anana, Gush Etzion, and beyond, the OU in Israel is woven into the daily fabric of Jewish life.

Its mission is twofold: to support and empower Israel’s atrisk youth by helping them rebuild connections to society and improve their socioeconomic mobility, and to ensure that English-speaking olim successfully integrate into Israeli life through educational, community-building, and spiritual opportunities.

The results are transformative. Program participation has increased fourfold, reaching every age group — from children and teens to families and seniors. By embedding itself within communities, the OU is creating dynamic centers of belonging, connection, and Torah growth.

This new model represents a reimagined OU presence in Israel. For decades, OU Israel’s programs were anchored at the

The OU’s presence in Israel is no longer a destination; it’s a living, growing movement — shaping the future of Jewish life across

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459,583+

3.5M

1,200

YouTube video views across OU Israel platforms (as of current reporting)

copies of Torah Tidbits distributed; 436,107+ views of Torah content

regular participants in ongoing OU Israel Women's Division activities

10,000+

11,000+

500

teens reached through OU Israel Teen Centers; 803 NCSY teen participants; 207 Camp Dror campers

kashrut questions answered by the Gustave & Carol Jacobs Center

Anglo Community Programs regular participants; 6,000 at one-time events (e.g., Yom Ha’atzmaut)

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Programming for Israelis and Anglos Supporting Israel’s Youth and Families

Empowering English-Speaking Olim

OU in Israel’s Israeli programming strengthens the next generation of Am Yisrael by empowering teens and families to live with faith, resilience, and purpose. Through Teen Centers, immersive summer camps, and spiritual mentorship programs, OU Israel provides safe spaces for young people to grow, heal, and belong. Its kashrut- and Torah- education initiatives further guide families in deepening their connection to halacha and Jewish life, nurturing a proud, grounded generation rooted in Torah and unity.

The same infrastructure that supports Israel’s population also strengthens Israel’s growing Anglo community by empowering English-speaking olim and their families to live Torah-driven lives while actively contributing to Israeli society. Serving every life stage — from youth and soldiers to parents and retirees — the department fosters Torah learning, creates culturally familiar spaces that ease absorption, and equips olim with tools to thrive.

In this moment of challenge and opportunity for Jews everywhere, the department helps Anglos meet the moment with a sense of belonging and strength in their new home.

Its core programs include NCSY, Camp Dror, Torah Initiatives, Women’s Division, Yachad Israel, and JLIC, all of which provide vital community support and opportunities for engagement across all ages.

Madricha learning with teens during evening

Moments of Resilience and Renewal Kiryat Shemona: A Community Rebuilt For nearly two years, the teens of Kiryat Shemona, a town near the Israel-Lebanon border, were scattered across Israel, evacuated from their homes and communities. Cut off from friends and familiar routines, they lived through a period marked by trauma, loss, and uncertainty.

In March 2025, families began returning, yet 40% of the population remained displaced. The return home was anything but simple. Those who returned found empty neighborhoods, fractured friendships, and the lingering fear of instability.

To meet the moment, OU’s Teen Centers served as the bridge that kept young people connected throughout displacement and beyond. Even when their hometown was silent, these programs ensured that their community stayed alive. When it came time to return, those bonds made the transition smoother, giving teens the strength to face their new reality with resilience, a sense of belonging, and hope.

Today, the Teen Centers continue to provide stability, friendship, and a lifeline for healing — a safe space where young people can rebuild trust, rediscover joy, and know they are not alone.

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Students celebrating Yom HaAtzmaut with OU Israel

Rabbi Doron Perez, bereaved father of Capt. Daniel Perez, zt"l, offered moving words to transition between Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut

Finding Belonging in a New Land Challenging in its own right is the process of making aliyah.

For thousands of English-speaking families, the move to Israel is filled with excitement, hope, and challenge. The OU’s Anglo Department stands beside them through every stage of that journey — supporting olim and second-generation English speakers as they build vibrant, Torah-rooted lives in Israel. The programs span generations to ensure that every stage of life is met with meaningful opportunities for growth and belonging.

The department operates on two levels. First, it brings the OU’s most beloved programs from North America to Israel, thoughtfully adapted for the unique needs of life in Israel.

Youth and teens grow through NCSY and Camp Dror, where they develop leadership skills, friendships, and a love of Torah. Families benefit from Torah Initiatives and communal programming, while the Women’s Division offers networks of support and inspiration. Yachad Israel creates inclusive spaces

for individuals with disabilities and their families, and JLIC sustains vibrant, supportive Torah-centered communities on 11 campuses in Israel and beyond, serving over 3,000 college students and young professionals in Israel.

Second, the department drives innovation through its structured OU Israel Innovation Hub, which combines research, community input, and a clear methodology for piloting initiatives. Three new programs are set to launch in the coming year, each addressing priority needs identified through data and community feedback.

This ensures programming remains relevant, scalable, and sustainable.

Through this dual strategy — adapting proven programs and developing new ones — the OU Israel’s Anglo Department builds culturally familiar, Torah-driven spaces that empower olim and Anglos to flourish, integrate fully, and contribute meaningfully to Israel’s spiritual, social, and civic life.

The Zula - A Lifeline That Endures Before Elul, one alumna of the Pearl and Harold Jacobs Zula Outreach Center found herself in India, surrounded by influences that pulled her far from the light she once knew.

Overwhelmed and searching for clarity, she reached out to her Zula mentors, Yehuda and Hadar, who became her steady source of guidance and strength from afar.

They encouraged her to return home and join Zula’s Elul opening event, which included visiting the gravesites of tzadikim. When she arrived at the burial site of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, she broke down in tears, releasing the pain and confusion she had carried. Later, she immersed in the mikvah, renewed and whole.

Her story reflects Zula’s enduring power: a place of love, faith, and belonging that continues to guide its teens and alumni throughout life, helping them reconnect with Hashem and 50

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Girls lighting candles at the Zula, creating a warm and spiritual atmosphere

Torah Learning and Halachic Guidance The Gustave & Carol Jacobs Center for Kashrut Education Alongside its youth and community programs, the OU in Israel continues to elevate Jewish life through Torah learning and halachic education. The Gustave and Carol Jacobs Center for Kashrut Education has become a trusted address for kashrut guidance and understanding throughout Israel.

Through classes, resources, and personalized support, the Center has already answered more than 11,000 questions, empowering families, educators, and institutions to observe kashrut with confidence and clarity.

OU Israel's Safrut Program

OU Israel Women’s Division: A New Era of Growth The past year marked a turning point for the OU Israel Women’s Division as it embarked on a new mission: to reach and inspire women and girls across the country.

What began as Jerusalem-centered programming is now a growing nationwide movement of connection and community.

A new hub in Rechavia continues to serve Jerusalem’s dedicated participants, while expanded mother-daughter programs in six communities around Israel bring Torah learning and meaningful shared experiences to more families.

In Beit Shemesh, a groundbreaking citywide partnership with the local government will launch in the coming year, with cosponsored programs that bring women of all ages together for Rosh Chodesh gatherings and tiyulim. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in the division’s reach across diverse communities throughout Israel. New data-driven insights have also led to the development of a regional model that brings together communities for shared programming.

This approach is now being explored in both northern and southern Israel.

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Empower, Transform, and Inspire Yachad helps individuals with intellectual, developmental, and learning disabilities develop a sense of belonging in the community. Yachad accomplishes this through its three pillars of education, employment, and relationships, creating opportunities and experiences for participants and community members to better integrate individuals with disabilities into the community.

The Yachad Alumni Network This year, Yachad launched its new Alumni Division, to reconnect participants from across generations. Alumni spanning more than two decades of programming gathered for Yom Yachad at Goldschein’s Homestead in Liberty, New York, celebrating with trivia, reminiscing, and laughter.

The alumni program also honors Yachad’s lasting impact on participants’ personal lives — from hosting a “Met at Yachad” event for couples who first met through Yachad (there are over 80 couples!) to sending Yachad-branded onesies to alumni becoming new parents.

On Labor Day weekend, 50 Yachad alumni families and more than 800 attendees joined the Yachad Alumni Carnival, a joyful day filled with rides, games, face painting, and the spirit of belonging that defines Yachad.

As the alumni program grows, we hope past participants and staff will continue to re-engage, spread the word, join events, and embody Yachad’s message of inclusion and connection.

Yom Yachad at Goldschein's Homestead

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J.U.F.’s New Brooklyn Location An exciting moment this year was the opening of Yachad’s new J.U.F. (Jewish Union Foundation) Job Training Facility at 1950 Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. This modern, thoughtfully-designed and decorated space — complete with a model kitchen, mock office, and even a mini CVS store for hands-on retail training — gives participants real-world job readiness experience.

J.U.F. supports nearly 150 individuals, including more than 80 in job training and 30 who have been placed in paid positions thanks to partnerships with more than 20 employer partners dedicated to inclusivity in the workplace. On September 17, OU President Mitch Aeder, OU EVP and COO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph, and International Director of Yachad Avromie Adler joined J.U.F Executive Director Dena Cooperman at the Chanukat HaBayit celebration alongside participants and families. They spoke on behalf of the OU and underscored its love of Yachad, and recognized J.U.F. as a model for what inclusive employment can Friends get together to take part in an art class

Marilyn and Sheldon David IVDU Upper Girls School graduation

IVDU Expands to Lakewood and Beyond Yachad’s network of IVDU Schools continues to grow, offering a warm, supportive educational environment that celebrates the unique potential of every learner.

design. Through this collaboration, students can now work toward earning a college-level architectural certificate, providing them with valuable skills and future career opportunities.

This year marks an exciting milestone with the opening of IVDU Lakewood Mesivta in Lakewood, New Jersey. The new school currently serves 14 high school boys and plans are underway for continued expansion. With over 30 families applying for these limited spots, it’s clear that the Lakewood community has a strong and growing need for IVDU’s specialized programs.

In response to community needs, the Marilyn and Sheldon David IVDU Upper Girls School has expanded to include both middle and upper school programs. This addition will ensure that students are better prepared academically, emotionally, and socially as they transition to the upper school, allowing them to take full advantage of IVDU’s robust learning opportunities and career-readiness training.

Additionally, the Marilyn and Sheldon David IVDU Upper Boys School in Brooklyn, New York, has launched an innovative partnership with the ICA Institute, a local technical institute offering hands-on, college-level training in architecture and

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Yachad Extends Impact Into South Florida Yachad is expanding its reach throughout North Miami and Hollywood in addition to its impact in the Boca Raton community. Under the leadership of Regional Director Tzippy Richmond, Yachad is launching new inclusion opportunities, partnering with local schools and synagogues, and engaging families new to the region.

Already, 40 participants attend weekly Yachad South Florida programs and the region has hosted 10 major events, including a well-attended Orlando Shabbaton. Their efforts are building a more connected and inclusive Jewish community across southern Florida, with a focus on increasing social and recreational opportunities for children and young adults.

Twenty-Five Years of Inclusion at Camp Morasha This summer marked 25 years of partnership between Yachad and Camp Morasha, a milestone celebrated with a Shiriya concert and dinner honoring decades of shared commitment to inclusion. On the stage, we saw the beauty of collaboration and the richness of diversity. The songs and stories shared by Yachad participants and Morasha campers remind us that inclusion is not a one-time achievement; it is built every day through respect and teamwork.

Last summer alone, Yachad’s summer programs welcomed 582 participants across 26 programs in 18 locations, including 459 individuals with developmental disabilities. The Morasha celebration captured what Yachad stands for: community, joy,

Voices of Impact

“

Yachad and J.U.F. helped me get my first real job. I love being a greeter at CVS. I feel proud every time I put on my uniform. For the first time, I feel independent.” - Participant

AT A GLANCE

“

Since joining Yachad and attending the after-school programs, Shabbatonim, and summer camp, my son has grown more confident, made friends, and found his safe space. Seeing him smile brings me peace of mind.” - Parent

1,049

459

participants in year-round programs

participants in summer programs

“

Hiring through Yachad’s J.U.F. has been one of the best decisions our company has made. This team member brings positivity and an incredible work ethic. Our workplace and our team is better for it.” -Employer partner

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“

I thought I was signing up to give my time, but I’ve received so much more in return. The joy, resilience, and determination of the Yachad participants inspires me every single day. Yachad also has great trips and super awesome swag!” - Volunteer

regions served

people impacted, including participants, families, and volunteers

“

Yachad, through all of its various programs, doesn’t just change lives; it strengthens our whole community. Seeing children, teens, and adults with special needs thrive in inclusive environments shows what’s possible when we create opportunities for everyone.” - Community member

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Yachad summer

2025: The Highest Participation Year on Record Israel Free Spirit, the OU’s Birthright Israel trip organizer, brings diverse groups of young Jews on trips to Israel to explore their heritage — from the Classic 10day trip to the new volunteer program.

Unwavering Commitment Since October 7, Israel Free Spirit has brought nearly 4,000 young Jewish adults to Israel, providing a transformative experience during a time when Jewish pride and community are more essential than ever.

In 2025, Israel Free Spirit proudly partnered with communities and organizations across North America to bring participants to Israel through its programs. Partners included MJE, Pikesville Jewish Congregation, Altneu, Save a Farm, TJJ Moms, AJMA, Touro, Yeshiva University, the University of Maryland, and Rutgers University, as well as community trips from West Hempstead, New York (four buses); the Five Towns, New York (one bus); Teaneck, New Jersey (two buses); and Baltimore, Maryland (five buses). We also partnered with OU departments including JLIC, Yachad, and ECP.

Safety in Action When the war escalated with Iran in June 2025, our highest priority was ensuring our participants’ well-being. We acted quickly and decisively, evacuating nearly 200 participants safely and without incident. Birthright Israel recognized our director for her exceptional leadership and support during the war in Iran. She personally accompanied our groups to Cyprus by boat, provided guidance and care amid intense stress, and served as a vital resource for Birthright and participants throughout the crisis.

Rabbi Hauer, zt”l, and Josh Joseph with the IFS team at the TJJ Israel Program Fair

2025 IMPACT

2,400+

100+

participants

groups in Israel

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Strengthening Kashrus Standards With unmatched expertise in halacha and over a century of experience in modern food production, OU Kosher ensures that OU-certified products meet the highest standards of kosher supervision and quality.

Rabbi Daniel Sharratt and Rabbi Eli Eleff demonstrating bedikas tolayim techniques on a special web episode for kosher.com

Community Relations Summary

In 2025, OU Kosher’s community engagement reached new levels of scale and impact, highlighted by the Passover season, our busiest time of the year. Across every channel — hotline, digital platforms, publications, and live appearances — OU Kosher provided trusted guidance to hundreds of thousands preparing for the holiday.

Passover Season Impact —

OU Kosher Hotline: 17 rabbis answered 9,314 calls (a 2% increase from 2024). In the week before Passover alone, call volume surged to an average of 688 per day, with extended hours and added Sunday/erev chag coverage.

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Digital Reach: 145,400 people visited the dedicated OUPassover.org site, with 105,200 the week before Passover. The Webbe Rebbe email service answered 3,269 inquiries — up 35% from 2024, while 4,302 new Passoverrelated app downloads brought our cumulative base to more than 160,000 users across iOS and Android.

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Publications: 58,000 copies of the OU Guide to Passover were distributed in print, while digital readership climbed to 27,000 — a 71% increase.

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Media Presence: OU Kosher rabbis were featured prominently across the media, including multiple late-night appearances by Rabbi Moshe Elefant on Zev Brenner’s program and JM in the AM sessions with Rabbis Grunberg and Schonfeld.

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Educational Programs: ASK OU hosted in-person programs in Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Lakewood, and Surfside, as well as in Israel. Virtual events brought OU expertise to RCA, CER, and JSOR audiences.

Broader Community Engagement Beyond Passover, OU Kosher expanded its educational reach through the ASK OU initiative, including the Summer Women’s Kashrus Experience, school visits, and professional training. The Spring and Annual Kashrus Conferences convened rabbanim, industry leaders, and international kashrut agencies to address emerging halachic and logistical challenges, positioning OU Kosher at the forefront of global kashrut dialogue.

Women’s Kashrus Experience OU Kosher’s ASK OU 2025 Summer Women’s Kashrus Experience brought together 60 women from across the globe for an intensive weeklong program at the OU’s Manhattan headquarters. The program, which was fully booked with a lengthy waiting list, offered participants an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the kashrus certification industry through shiurim from renowned OU Kosher rabbanim, handson workshops including bedikas tolayim demonstrations, and field trips to factories, supermarkets, and venues where kashrut standards are implemented in real-world settings. Participants gained deep halachic insights and practical knowledge while experiencing the expertise and dedication of the OU Kosher team.

Rabbi Moshe Perlmutter guiding the ASK OU Summer 2025 Women's Program through the kitchen at the Rockleigh Country Club

Global Thought Leadership

Looking Ahead

OU Kosher’s influence now spans 113 countries, where our certification ensures global food integrity. Beyond supervision, OU Kosher provides daily Torah learning through the Halacha Yomis program which engages more than 7,000 subscribers and has generated over 207,000 page views this year. With a majority of the world’s 10 most valuable food brands now OUcertified, the OU symbol continues to lead.

The 2025 Passover season emphasized both the enduring strength of traditional services — like the hotline and printed Passover Guide — and the rapid growth of digital platforms.

Continued investment in technology and education will further expand OU Kosher’s ability to serve consumers, deepen industry partnerships, and uphold the highest standards of kashrut worldwide.

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OU-Certified Products OU-Certified Production Facilities

15,000

OU-Certified Companies

6,696

Company/Plant Physical Countries

Rabbi Chaim Loike presenting on the kashrus of birds to the students of Hillel Academy, Denver, CO.

LOCATIONS

113

Approved Products/Ingredients (OU and All Agencies)

2,776,064

All Visits from July '24-June '25

62,478

All Visits from January '24-December '24

62,321

Active RFRs (Rabbinic Field Representatives)

ASK OU PROGRAM

1,449,806

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OU Kashrus Conferences 2025 Annual Kashrus Conference

COLORADO : Denver

MICHIGAN : Detroit

The OU Kashrus Conference in Spring 2025 focused on timely discussions and halachic insights into today’s most pressing challenges in kashrut supervision and the kosher food industry.

Sessions included:

NEW JERSEY : Edison, Elizabeth, Lakewood, Toms River

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Current challenges and developments in kosher slaughter (shechita) in North America

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Remote hashgacha (supervision) and its practical halachic considerations

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A halacha shiur given by Rabbi Moshe Heinemann, Rabbinic Administrator of the Star-K

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An industry panel on kashrut shipping and logistics

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An in-depth analysis of shishim (the halachic measurement of 1/60) in gelatin

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The impact of rising egg prices on kosher certification and food production

FLORIDA : Boca Raton, Surfside

NEW YORK : Brooklyn, New York City PENNSYLVANIA : Pittsburgh TEXAS : Dallas

ONLINE —

Council of European Rabbonim (Europe-wide)

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Rabbinical Council of America

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Kav Halacha (Israel)

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The Conference convened 200 industry professionals, including representatives from international kashrut agencies like Kof-K, Star-K, and KF Kosher.

OU Kosher Featured Region OU Kosher in Africa Ensuring the integrity of the kosher ingredient supply chain often requires the OU’s extraordinary efforts. Nowhere is this clearer than in Africa, where rabbis face logistical hurdles such as extensive permits, high travel costs, and limited infrastructure.

Travel can be slow and unpredictable, yet OU Kosher continues to meet demand from manufacturers across the continent.

Today, OU Kosher certifies seven plants in Madagascar, some more than 1,000 miles apart, producing genuine vanilla beans sought by the global market. In Morocco, 122 certified plants — primarily in the fish industry — make up the largest share of OU facilities on the continent. South Africa follows with 26 plants across a wide range of food industries. While Africa represents about 1.5% of OU facilities worldwide, it produces essential kosher ingredients that connect local production to global supply chains.

OU’s persistence underscores its commitment: wherever kosher products are made — even in remote and complex regions — the OU upholds the highest standards of kashrus.

FACTS —

Certified Plants in Africa: 193 (approx. 1.5% of OU facilities) across 21 countries, including Morocco, Egypt, South Africa, Tunisia, and Ghana

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Key Products: Fish, fruits & vegetables, diverse food products

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Essential Regional Ingredient: Madagascar vanilla

Noteworthy New OU Kosher Products Kosher certification is increasingly woven into brand marketing strategy. For leading companies, the OU symbol is part of how they connect with consumers. These products show how kashrut has become a powerful element of brand identity and audience engagement.

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Even for people who don’t keep kosher, the OU symbol is a mark of quality. It’s another vote of confidence that our products meet stringent standards.”

Lauren McNamara, Senior Vice President of Business Management (SunOpta)

Feastables MrBeast’s chocolate brand continues to disrupt the snacking space with clean-label ingredients and bold, youth-driven marketing. By leaning into the better-for-you trend, Feastables has captured younger consumers who value transparency and simplicity — and now reaches kosher consumers as well.

Skittles

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The OU symbol is critical because it directly influences purchase decisions for many of our customers.”

Melissa Holik, Quality Systems and Compliance Manager at Wholesome Sweeteners (part of Whole Earth Brands)

One of Mars Wrigley’s most iconic candies became available to kosher consumers for the first time this year. The announcement sparked a viral reaction — nearly half a million views on OU Kosher’s social media within hours — showcasing the excitement and impact of making beloved global brands accessible to the kosher community.

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Torah Insights Come to Life OU Press, the OU’s book publishing division, publishes popular and scholarly works reflecting a broad spectrum of Torah ideas and ideals. Since its inception, OU Press has released many significant volumes from outstanding individuals from a variety of backgrounds, continuously working to fulfill its mission of publishing books that educate, inspire, enrich, and enlighten.

Megillat Ruth Mesorat HaRav

By Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik In this volume on Megillat Ruth and the holiday of Shavuot, the reader discovers the themes of commitment, kindness, and Jewish destiny underlying the biblical text. Reuven Mohl, the volume’s editor, has skillfully collated Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik’s insights from a variety of works to form a commentary on Megillat Ruth and the holiday readings. In addition, the volume contains a section of Reshimot providing detailed explorations of topics related to the holiday of Shavuot and its commemoration of the acceptance of the Torah. This work illuminates the enduring relevance of Ruth’s story.

The Eternal Conversation

By Rabbi Jonathan Sacks This book is a collection of pamphlets written and distributed while Rabbi Sacks was chief rabbi.

These pamphlets were originally published during Rabbi Sacks’ lifetime as “Letters to the Next Generation,” “Little Books of Big Questions,” “Ten Days, Ten Ways,” and “A Judaism Engaged with the World.” They come together in this volume as another one of Rabbi Sacks’ enduring contributions to Jewish literature. These concise writings offer Rabbi Sacks’ wisdom in a digestible format that can be enjoyed as a companion to synagogue services and as an entrée for teens and young adults seeking to access the world of Jewish thought.

COMING SOON

The Concise Code of Jewish Law Volume One – A Guide to Daily Prayer and Religious Observance

By Rabbi Gersion Appel, updated by Rabbi Daniel Goldstein An up-to-date work of practical halacha, presented in a concise and user-friendly format, The Concise Code was first published two generations ago by Rabbi Gersion Appel; this revised edition has been updated by Rabbi Daniel Goldstein to address new developments and the opinions of recent poskim. The main text is an adaptation of classic sources of halacha, supplemented by notes which explore issues in greater depth and address a wide variety of contemporary applications. The Concise Code is a perfect text for all those interested in acquiring greater knowledge about the intricacies of practical halacha in our time.

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HaHashgacha KeHilchata: Shorshei HaKashrut HaTzibburit (Hashgacha According to Halacha: The Foundations of Communal Kashrut)

By Rabbi Peretz Moncharsh In this Hebrew sefer, Rabbi Peretz Moncharsh — a rosh kollel of Kollel Shaarei Horaah in Beitar, Israel — presents a comprehensive overview of topics in contemporary kashrut, beginning with the Gemara, progressing through the views of the major halachic authorities, and concluding with OU Kosher’s final policy decision. Written in close consultation with the rabbanim of OU Kosher, this work is unique in its focus on the contemporary challenges of industrial kosher supervision and in presenting to the general public for the first time the rulings of the world’s largest Kosher certifier, OU Kosher.

Financials Over the last five years, the OU’s annual campaign has grown 182%, reaching over $48M in FY 2025. We are grateful for the community’s support of our work building connection to Judaism, community, and Israel, and advocating for our concerns in the halls of government. Thank you for your trust in us and partnership in reaching new heights.

Community Engagement

14%

20%

4%

33% $8,052,000

$8,052,000 24%

8%

37%

REVENUE

EXPENSES

OU Contribution $4,722,000

Donations & Dedications $2,670,000

Program Revenue $660,000

Relief Missions $1,116,000

Other Community Programs $2,991,000

Impact Accelerator $344,000

Women’s Initiatives $1,646,000

Torah Programs $1,955,000 2%

Teach Coalition $10,593,000

$10,589,000

3%

REVENUE OU Contribution $2,725,000 Donations / Grant & Fundraising Revenue $5,531,000

5%

EXPENSES School Membership & Service Dues $2,337,000

National Initiatives $1,141,000

MD $338,000

NY $3,427,000

FL $2,126,000

NJ $1,635,000

CA $1,118,000

PA $544,000

NV $260,000

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2%

NCSY

$51,666,000

$51,666,000

9%

REVENUE

EXPENSES

OU Contribution $ 17,059,000

Donations $20,381,000

Program Fees $14,226,000

Summer Programs $15,696,000

Regional Year-Round Programming $23,982,000

Administrative & Fundraising $6,275,000

National Year Round Programs $4,834,000

JLIC 4%

7%

$13,222,000

7%

5%

Staff Training & Development

5%

$13,222,000

3%

REVENUE

EXPENSES

OU Contribution $4,588,000

Organizations $863,000

Program Fees $335,000

Donations $6,786,000

In-Kind Support From Partner Organizations $650,000

Torah Educators & Other Personnel $9,299,000

Recruitment & Retention $534,000 Admin & Other $969,000

Program $1,770,000

In-Kind Office Space & Support $650,000

Yachad 5% $30,383,000

$30,896,000

REVENUE OU Contribution $5,181,000 Government Funding $5,360,000

EXPENSES Program Fees & Tuition Payments $15,744,000

Yachad Programs & Chapter Spend $6,597,000

Donations $4,611,000

IVDU Schools $11,466,000 Summer Programs $5,789,000

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Admin & Other $1,593,000 Vocational & Day Programming $4,938,000

OU Israel $8,678,000

$8,722,000

REVENUE

EXPENSES

OU Contribution $2,926,000

Government, Jewish Agency, & Grant Support $1,191,000

Program Fees $1,948,000

Programming $6,094,000

Admin $2,584,000

Donations $2,657,000

2%

Israel Free Spirit

7%

9%

$7,063,000

$7,063,000

REVENUE

EXPENSES

OU Contribution $503,000

Birthright Direct Support $2,831,000

Programming $2,850,000

Program Fees & Misc $137,000

Donations & In-Kind Support $3,592,000

In-Kind Programming $3,586,000

OU Advocacy

Admin, Development, Misc $627,000

4%

39%

$1,795,000

51%

6%

EXPENSES Personnel $921,000

Program $700,000

Office Expenses $103,000

Other $72,000

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Benefactor Circle members are part of a devoted community of visionaries whose leadership and philanthropy make it possible for the OU to serve and uplift Jews at every stage of life. With heartfelt appreciation, we recognize the individuals whose generosity of $5,000 or more during Fiscal Year 2025* reflects a deep commitment to this mission.

We are honored to celebrate all members of the Benefactor Circle, those listed by name and those who choose to remain anonymous, for the impact they create through their steadfast partnership.

We invite you to join them in making a difference.

To learn more about the OU Benefactor Circle or to become a member, please contact Chaya Schechter at Chaya.schechter@ou.org. * Donors are recognized based on date of donation payment.

$1,000,000 +

$500,000 - $999,999

$250,000 - $499,999

DRS. FELIX A"H AND MIRIAM GLAUBACH

JEWISH NATIONAL FUND - USA

DR. SHMUEL AND EVELYN KATZ

BECKY AND AVI KATZ

MAYBERG FOUNDATION

MORDECAI A"H AND MONIQUE KATZ

OLAMI LAUNCH

UJA-FEDERATION OF NEW YORK

WORLD MIZRACHI

IN MEMORY OF ANNE SAMSON A"H

THE MARGARET AND DANIEL LOEB FOUNDATION

THE KOHELET FOUNDATION THE MARCUS FOUNDATION INC.

$100,000 - $249,999 ANDREW AND COREY MORRISSINGER FOUNDATION HYMAN A"H AND ANN ARBESFELD THE ASSOCIATED JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF BALTIMORE IRVING AND MELODY BOIME DAILYGIVING.ORG GERSHON AND AVIVA DISTENFELD MITCHELL AND ANNETTE EICHEN FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH DAY SCHOOLS, GREATER PHILADELPHIA ELLIOT P. AND DEBORAH GIBBER ALAN AND BARBARA GINDI AMIR AND STACEY GOLDMAN JOSEPH AND ELLEN GOLDSTEIN LANCE AND RIVKIE HIRT

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JEWISH FEDERATION OF BROWARD COUNTY THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER LOS ANGELES THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO THE JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY NATALIE AND DAVIDI JONAS DR. EZRA AND LAUREN KEST EDWARD AND INNA KHOLODENKO HARRY AND ESTHER LEBOVIC MICHAEL AND ANDREA LEVEN MARC LEVINE

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THE MEYER AND IDELLE WEINSTOCK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION VIVIAN AND DAVID LUCHINS YEHUDA AND ANNE NEUBERGER RAPHAEL AND RIVKA EGOZI NISSEL RALLA KLEPAK FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION IN THE PERFORMING ARTS GENIE AND STEVE SAVITSKY MARK AND BARBARA SILBER DANIEL AND ELLIE STONE MORIS AND LILLIAN TABACINIC BERRY AND RAIZY WEISS DRS. YECHIEL AND SURI ZAGELBAUM

$50,000 - $99,999 RAANAN AND NICOLE AGUS

JOSEPH GOLDSTEIN

EITAN AND DEBRA MILGRAM

MARTIN AND BARBARA AST

DR. EPHRAIM AND RITA GREENFIELD

GABRIEL AND BETH NECHAMKIN

LEWIS AND LAURI BARBANEL

SHAUL AND TAMMY GREENWALD

GIL AND SHANI ORBACH

JEFFREY BARR

ROBYN AND SHUKIE GROSSMAN

IAN AND CAROL RATNER

BART BAUM

MOSHE AND TIRA GUBIN

GEORGE AND MARTHA RICH FOUNDATION

SABY AND ROSI BEHAR

HAHN FAMILY FOUNDATION

DAVID AND ADEENA ROSEN

PHIL AND CONNIE BEINHAKER

KLEIN, JAFFA, AND HALPERN FAMILIES

ERIC AND GALE A"H ROTHNER

HILLEL AND CHARLOTTE A"H BRACHFELD

THE HIDDEN SPARKS FUND

DAVID AND GAIL A"H RUBIN

THE CAYRE FAMILY

LIOR AND JANET HOD

MOSHE AND HELEN SASSOVER

CHARLES CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION

ED AND ROBYN HOFFMAN/HOFFMAN CATERING

SCOTT AND SHARON SELIGSOHN

THOMAS HOFSTEDTER

LES AND ANDI SILVER

CHICAGO CHESED FUND CRAIN-MALING FOUNDATION TZIPPY AND DANIEL COHEN THE CONDUIT FOUNDATION ROBERT AND MICHELLE DIENER GRANT AND JENNIFER DINNER EISENREICH FAMILY FOUNDATION BRETT AND ALANA FINE EZRA AND RACHELI FRIEDBERG

DR. ALLAN AND SANDY JACOB

THE SHAMAH FAMILY THE STAENBERG FAMILY FOUNDATION

CHAVI AND PAUL JACOBS JEWISH FEDERATION OF ST. LOUIS HOWARD AND DEBBIE JONAS JONATHAN AND MINDY KOLATCH L&D CHARITABLE FOUNDATION JOSHUA AND ERICA LEGUM

ALAN A"H AND INA TAFFET JEFFREY AND SHARONA WEINBERG MICHAEL AND ARIANNE WEINBERGER THE WEISS FAMILY, CLEVELAND, OHIO JERRY AND SORA WOLASKY WYNN FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

BENTZION FRIEDMAN

DANIEL AND ELANA LOWY

THE GEORGE WEINBERGER MUSIC PROGRAM

IRIS AND SHALOM MAIDENBAUM CHUCK AND ALLEGRA MAMIYE

GOLDRING FAMILY FOUNDATION

EZRA AND LAUREN MERKIN

DANIEL AND ALICIA YACOBY BEN ZUSSMAN DAVID AND BECKY ZWILLINGER

$25,000 - $49,999 EMANUEL AND HELEN ADLER

SHEARA FREDMAN

BENYAMIN AND ESTI KAMINETZKY

JEFF AEDER

GERALD A"H AND MIRIAM FRIEDKIN

RABBI MARK AND LINDA KARASICK

MITCHEL AND LITA AEDER

HOWARD TZVI AND CHAYA FRIEDMAN

JACK ALBERT KASSIN

SCOTT AND SALLY ALPERT

DAVID AND KATHLEEN GAMZEH

MICHAEL AND ELISSA KATZ

LIOR AND DRORA ARUSSY

STEVEN AND GAIL GERZOF

LAIZER AND JESSICA KORNWASSER

SUE AND BILL AUERBACH

RAYMOND AND ELIZABETH GINDI

MARC AND RENA KWESTEL

MARK AND JOANNE BANE

JERRY AND ANNE GONTOWNIK

ALBERT LABOZ

SABY AND ROSI A"H BEHAR

SETH AND ORIT GRIBETZ

JON AND DINA LEADER

MAX AND ELANA BERLIN

ARI AND ESTEE GROSS

BRIAN AND DAFNA BERMAN

THE GRYFE FAMILY

LISA AND MICHAEL LEFFELL FAMILY FOUNDATION

JUDI AND JASON BERMAN

JAMES AND AMY A"H HABER

THE BLACKMAN FOUNDATION

MARC AND RUKI HALPERT

MAXX AND LIRAZ BLANK

ROBERT AND DEBBIE HARTMAN

JULIE AND PAUL CANDAU

HEITNER CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

VIVIAN AND DANIEL CHILL

THE HERBERT SMILOWITZ FOUNDATION

SHLOMO AND RACHELI LOBELL

DRS. BENJAMIN AND ESTHER CHOUAKE

DAVID AND LORRAINE HOPPENSTEIN CHARITABLE FUND OF THE DALLAS JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

LYNN AND JOEL MAEL STEVEN AND ALIZA MAJOR

ALISSA AND SHIMMIE HORN

AZI AND RACHEL MANDEL

JEFF AND HELENA COHEN COMBINED JEWISH PHILANTHROPIES ELI AND CHASI DAVIS THE DAN-HYTMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION DIAMOND FOUNDATION SHIMON AND CHAYA ECKSTEIN

KENNETH AND LIBBY LEHMANN BRUCE AND CHERYL LEON

J. SAMUEL HARWIT AND MANYA HARWITAVIV CHARITABLE TRUST JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER ATLANTA

ELI AND RAIZY LEVITIN HOWARD AND ELAYNE LEVKOWITZ

MALCMACHER & MEYSTEL FAMILIES ELLIOTT AND CHAVI MANDELBAUM MRS. FEGI MAUER STEPHEN AND EVE MILSTEIN YALE AND GAIL MILLER

LINDA AND MICHAEL ELMAN

JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER WASHINGTON

ARIELA AND BENITO ESQUENAZI IN HONOR OF THE MENDEL BALK YACHAD COMMUNITY CENTER

JEWISH FEDERATION AND FAMILY SERVICES OF ORANGE COUNTY

MARTIN AND ELIZABETH NACHIMSON

DR. JULIE AND RABBI DR. JOSH JOSEPH

MATTHEW AND JULIA FLEISHER

CHAIM AND SURI KAHN

NATHAN AND LOUISE SCHWARTZ TZEDAKA FUND

MURRAY AND FRIMMIT FORMAN

DAVID AND MICHAL KAHAN

STEVEN AND MARTINE NEWMAN

JEFFREY AND SHIRA EISENBERG

MOSAIC UNITED SHARONA A"H AND IRWIN NACHIMSON

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$25,000 - $49,999

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MICHAEL AND NAOMI NUDELL

MENACHEM AND RENA SCHNAIDMAN

TRAVEL INSURANCE ISRAEL

SCOTT AND GRACE OFFEN

JOE AND JESSICA SCHWARTZ

DANIEL AND ZAHAVAH URETSKY

THE OVED FAMILY

YAAKOV AND SARI SHEINFELD

ALAN WECKER

DAVID AND ELANA POLLACK

THE MARTIN SILK FOUNDATION

RICHARD AND DIANE WEINBERG

DRS. NATHAN AND RACHEL RABINOVITCH

MEYER AND BAILA SILVERBERG

DOVID AND GILA WEINSTEIN

HESCHEL AND ADINAH RASKAS

JEREMY AND DAHLIA SIMONS

ARI AND CAROLINE WEISMAN

YARON AND LISA REICH

MICHAEL AND JESSICA SINGER

GARY AND HILDEE WEISS

JASON AND SHANI REITBERGER

SILVER FAMILY FOUNDATION

DR. MOSHE AND ILANA WERTENTEIL

MEL AND KAREN ROM

STEPHANIE AND DAVID SOKOL

JOYCE AND JEREMY WERTHEIMER

HENRY AND VIVIAN ROSENBERG

ALEX AND SANDY SOLOMON

HOWARD AND BATIA WIESENFELD

YOSSI AND SIMI ROSENGARTEN

DAVID SONENSTEIN

ESTHER AND JERRY WILLIAMS

KAREN AND SHAWN ROSENTHAL

DANIEL AND DIANA SRAGOWICZ

DANIEL AND BECKY WOLF

ROWAN FAMILY FOUNDATION, INC.

AVI AND DEENA STEIN

SHIMON AND HENNIE WOLF

RABBI DANIEL AND ELISHEVA RUBENSTEIN

JONATHAN AND RACHEL STRAUSS

LEON ZEKARIA

ROBERT AND TAMAR SCHARF

DAVID AND RANDI SULTAN

MAURICE AND MICHELLE ZEKARIA

DR. JOSEF SCHENKER

ADAM AND TALI TANTLEFF

$18,0 00 - $24,999 JONATHAN AND LEAH ADLER

DR. BARRY AND SHIRA HAHN

RONIE AND JULIE OVADIA

ART HARRIS FOUNDATION

DAVID AND AVA HAMBURGER

ADAM AND ARIELLE PARKOFF

ISAAC ASH

STEVEN HELLER

JONA AND RACHEL RECHNITZ

EZRA AND ISAAC ASHKENAZI

JOAN AND PETER HOFFMAN

GEORGE AND PAMELA ROHR

BEKER FOUNDATION

DR. SHALOM AND LORI HUBERFELD

JONATAN AND WARREN ROSENBLUM

DR. MOSHE AND BRYNDIE BENARROCH

THE JACK WEINBAUM FAMILY FOUNDATION

ELIYAHU ROSENTHAL

JOSEPH AND ESTHER JEROME

MARC AND ALISSA ROSSMAN

BENJAMIN AND DEENA BERKOWITZ DAVID AND SHIRA BERKOWITZ DENNIS AND DEBRA BERMAN ANDREA BIER KALMAN AND ESME JENNIFER BOOKMAN APH HE LTD DAHAN FAMILY PHILANTHROPIES DOV AND TAMAR DEUTSCH ALAN AND JUDI EISENMAN FEDERATION CJA JOSEPH AND DANA FELDMAN JEFFREY AND SHARON FISHMAN JOSHUA AND SHIFRA FOX ALLEN AND RACHEL FRIEDMAN SETH GERSZBERG DON AND MARINA GHERMEZIAN DAVID AND SARA GIBBER JOSEPH AND LAURA GOLDMAN EZRA AND LILLY GONTOWNIK NELSON AND ESTHER GOODMAN GOTTESMAN FAMILY GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FEDERATION DAVID AND SHIRA GREENBERG DR. ALAN AND MIRIAM GREENSPAN HARVEY GREENSTEIN ADAM AND CLAUDINE GROSSMAN YOSEPH AND YAEL GUREVICH H AND R ROTHENBERG FAMILY FOUNDATION

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JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF RICHMOND JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER HOUSTON RANON AND STACY KENT

SHAWN AND KAREN ROSENTHAL IDELLE RUDMAN DAVID AND DIANA SAFIER SAMIS FOUNDATION BRUCE AND JILL SCHANZER

JONATHAN KIER

LISA AND JONATHAN SCHECHTER

ETTA BRANDMAN KLARISTENFELD AND HARRY KLARISTENFELD

JONATHAN AND BRIGITTE SCHOEN CYRUS AND SARRA SCHWARTZ

DAVID AND SARA KNEE

MAURICIO AND JOAN SCHWARZ

LAWRENCE AND EVELYN KRAUT

ROBERT AND ERICA SCHWARTZ

HARRY KRAMER MEMORIAL FUND

DANIEL AND DANIELLE SHAMAH

MEYER AND SHEILA LAST

JOSEPH SHAMIE

REUVEN AND RIVKIE LEVITIN

BENJAMIN AND MOR SHAPIRO

SHARI AND NATHAN J LINDENBAUM

SHARON SHAPIRO

LIUNA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

JOSEPH CHAIM AND NINA SHENKER

JONATHAN MAEL

TZVI SIMPSON

DR. MENACHEM AND JUDY MARCUS

MENDY AND SUSAN SOKOL

YIGAL AND CARYN MARCUS

MAX AND IRINA STESEL

FRANCES MAUER

ADAM AND STEPHANIE SUMMERS

MICHAEL AND ALIZA MERMELSTEIN

MARILYN RABHAN SWEDARSKY AND DR. ROBERT SWEDARSKY

DANIEL AND ELANA MILLER GERSHON AND TAMARA MISKIN MARSHALL AND JEAN MIZRAHI MICHAEL AND MICHELLE NACHMANI CAL AND JANINE NATHAN ELI AND TALIA NEUBERG AVISHAI AND ELISHEVA NEUMAN ISABELLE AND DAVID NOVAK

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GARY AND MALKE TORGOW LIZZY AND JOSH TRUMP KIRILL AND MARY VOROBEYCHIK ZEVY AND SARA WOLMAN DR. MOSHE AND RACHEL YUDKOWSKY ATTA AND HENRY ZIELENIEC URI AND EFFIE ZISBLATT

$10,000 - $17,999 ORA AND MAURY AARON

EDUARDO COJAB

CHAIM AND ARIELLA HERMAN

AARON LAUB MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

DAVID AND KATHLEEN COLBURN

CHANAN BEN-ABRAHAM

CONTRA COSTA JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

THE DAVID AND BARBARA B. HIRSCHHORN FOUNDATION, INC.

JASON AND LISA ABLIN AVI ADELSBERG DANIEL AND LIORA ADLER ARI AND REBECCA ADLERSTEIN ZEV AND TALI AEDER AEG CONTRACTING, INC. AHAVAS YISROEL CHARITY FUND MICHAEL AINGORN LORRAINE ALLEN AND RITA MAE ALLEN FAMILY FOUNDATION PATRICK AND LEAH AMAR ARIEL TOURS, INC. MENDEL BALK YACHAD ADULT COMMUNITY CENTER RICHARD AND MAUREEN AXELBAUM RALPH AZRAK BRYAN BADZIN RACHEL AND AVRUMI BAK BALANOFF FOUNDATION YALE AND ANN BARON DAVID AND NATALIE BATALION JONATHAN AND BETH BENNETT ASHLEY AND LISA BERMAN

YISRAEL AND SHIRA HOCHBERG

DANIEL AND VERA RUBINSTEIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

CATHY AND DAVID HOFFMAN

JOHN DAVISON

RABBI MOSHE AND DEVORA ISENBERG

ISAAC H. TAYLOR ENDOWMENT FUND

TABITHA AND BRIAN DROR

MIKE AND NAVA IZAK

FRED AND SUZAN EHRMAN YECHIEL AND NECHY EISENSTADT NOAH AND LISA ELBOGEN

MICHAEL AND BATYA JACOB JOSHUA JACOBS THE JACOBY FAMILY

DAVID AND DEVORA ELKOUBY

JEWISH FEDERATION AND FAMILY SERVICES

LEON ELMALEH EMT ACTION FUND DANIEL AND BINAH ENGLANDER

JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER KANSAS CITY

BARI AND DANIEL ERBER

JEFFREY AND ELLIE KAGAN

THE F&R HAUER CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

DR. BERNARD AND MELANIE KAMINETSKY DR. ELIEZER AND DR. ILANA KANAL

PATRICIA FALUS

GEORGE AND DENISE KARASICK

ALEX FENIGSTEIN

YITZY AND GILA KATZ

FIELDGATE CARES FOUNDATION

JOSEPH AND ESTHER KAZARNOVSKY

MARTIN AND LEORA FINEBERG

AARON AND TOBI KELLER

DAVID AND SHARON FISHEL

KARMELA A"H AND JERRY KLASNER

NANCY AND ERIC FREMED

ROBIN AND BRAD KLATT

ERNEST AND REGINA FRENKEL

GARY KLEIN

NATALIO AND ANNE FRIDMAN

MICHAEL AND NAOMI KLEIN

AKIVA AND MIMI FRIEND

NACHUM KLUGMAN

MRS. ROCHEL LEAH BERNSTEIN

MARK AND TAMARA FRIEDMAN

DANIEL AND EUGENIE KOHANCHI

SAUL AND LESLIE BERNSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION INC

NATHAN AND BETH FRUCHTER

DANA AND JEFFREY KORBMAN

JOSEPH AND STEPHANIE GABBAY

DAVID AND CYNDILEE KOSLOFF

STANLEY AND VIVIAN BERNSTEIN

PAUL AND DIANE GALLANT

MARCEL AND ESTHER KREMER

CAROL LASEK AND HOWARD BIENENFELD

MORDECHAI AND ZIPPORAH GASNER

SCOTT AND AVIVA KRIEGER

YEHUDA AND FAIGE BIENSTOCK

PIERRE AND REYNA GENTIN

JOSH AND DANIELLA KUHL

TOMER AND JENNIFER BITTON

ELI AND SHOSHANA GHOORI

STEVEN AND DANIELLE KUPFERMAN

MICHAEL BIXON

GIBSON, DUNN & CRUTCHER

CHANA AND JOSH KUTIN

STEVEN AND DANIELE BLEIER

ISAAC GINDI

IRA AND SARA LANDSMAN

ZEV AND VIVIAN BLUMENFRUCHT

JACK AND MARJORIE GINDI

AARON AND PAMELA LAUCHHEIMER

IAN AND SARAH BOCZKO

BRIAN AND GILA GLUCK

ADAM AND DANIA LAUER

KENNY BODENSTEIN

MARK GOLDBERG

JONATHAN AND SHARI LAUER

MICHAEL AND DARLENE BOKOR

YONATAN AND BELLENE GONTOWNIK

SHLOIMY AND YITA LAZAR

ALYSSA AND JOSEPH BORIS

RABBI DANIEL AND JUDITH GOODMAN

MARK AND ETA LEVENSON

YOSSI AND DALIA BRANDMAN

TOMAS AND AVIVA GORNY

PAUL AND LINDA LEWIS

LEE AND ALIZA BRAVERMAN

ELISHA AND DANIELLA GRAFF

RICHARD AND LEORA LINHART

MR. LUDWIG BRAVMANN

RABBI MICAH AND RIVKIE GREENLAND

DOVID MEIR AND FAIGE LOEB

DAVID AND NANCY BRENT

PHILIP AND AVIVA GREENLAND

JOSEF LOEFFLER

YISHAI AND BLUMA BRONER

ARYEH AND GOLDIE GROSS

ATERET MARJSN

JOSHUA AND AMY BUCHSBAYEW

DANIEL AND CHANA GROVE

JOSEPH AND MERYL MARK

BARRY AND ELLEN CARRON

DR. DANIEL AND TSIPORA GURELL

ALEX MARKOWITZ

CENTER FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY OF GREATER PHOENIX (CJP)

ABE AND RONIT GUTNICKI

YAACOV AND ESTHER MASHIACH

VANESSA AND RAYMOND CHALME

MARC AND VIVIAN HAMMERMAN

MORRIS AND CAROLINE MASSEL

DAVID AND CHAYA TOVA HARTMAN

PINCHAS AND MICHAL MIKHLI

RABBI MOSHE A"H AND MINDI HAUER

MORDECHAI AND TOVA MILCH

URIEL AND YAEL COHEN

THE HELEN AND IRVING SPATZ FOUNDATION

JOSHUA AND MELISSA MITGANG

GOBBIE AND SHAYNA COHN

JOSEPH AND DANIELLA HELLERSTEIN

SAMUEL AND DEBBIE MOED

YVONNE BERMAN

IGOR AND GALINA CHERNIZER DONNY AND FREYDA COHEN

MARCUS AND AIMEE MIZRACHI

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DR. ZEV AND SUSAN MUNK

ANDREW AND RACHEL SAKA

JOSHUA AND BETH SYDNEY

AVI AND DEBRA NAIDER

ALLEN AND ESTHER SAMSON

DR. AND MRS. SHIMMY TENNENBAUM

BERNICE NOVICK

JUDAH AND BAYLA SAMTER

JONATHAN AND RACHEL TIGER

HOWARD AND JACLYN OPPENHEIMER

STEPHEN AND JESSICA SAMUEL

FRED AND SUSAN TOCZEK

DREW AND CAREENA PARKER

ILAN SCHARF

JULIUS AND STEPHANIE TRUMP

HILLEL AND AMANDA PARNESS

JOSHUA A"H AND EILEEN SCHEIN

SHLOMO AND RONNI TROODLER

PROF. MARTIN PATT

KENNY AND NAOMI SCHIFF

DANIEL TURKEL

ALLEN AND MIRIAM PFEIFFER

DR. ALLAN SEIDENFELD

IRA WALDBAUM FAMILY FOUNDATION

MICHAEL PINEWSKI

HESHE AND HARRIET SEIF

CHARLES AND RACHEL WAGNER

ISRAEL AND NECHAMA POLAK

ANDREW AND STEPHANI SEROTTA

SAMUEL AND TAMI WALD

RABBI YAKOV AND FRUMIE POLATSEK

DAVID SHABSELS

WEIL, GOTSHAL & MANGES

MOSHE AND YAFFA POPACK

ASHER AND CHERYL SHAFRAN

BARBARA AND HOWARD WEINER

YITZIE AND NANCY PRETTER

HYMAN AND LIZA SHAMAH

THE WEININGER FOUNDATION INC.

DR. STEVEN AND BELINDA RAIKIN

MYRA SHULKES

DR. NEAL AND BONNIE WEINREB

JONATHAN AND ANNE RAND

BRIAN SIEGEL

ADAM AND JODI WEINSTEIN

ADAM AND ILANA RAUZMAN

HELEN AND GERALD SILVER

MARK AND LOIS WEINTRUB

DR. AZRIEL AND ILANA RAUZMAN

BARRY AND JOY SKLAR

LYLE WEISMAN

ELI REINHARD

IVAN AND MARILYN SOCLOF

SHLOMO AND BLIMY WEISS

ALEX AND RACHEL RINDNER

JARED AND ALIZA SOLOMON

ADAM AND AVA WEISSTUCH

MEL AND KAREN ROM

MICHAEL AND FRAN SOSNOWIK

ALLYSE WESOLOWSKI

DEBBIE ROSALIMSKY

JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTH PALM BEACH COUNTY

GEORGE AND JONI WHITE

JONATHAN AND ANAT STEIN

RABBI SHABSAI AND DEBBIE WOLFE

MALKI AND J. PHILIP ROSEN DAVID ROSENGARTEN JAMES AND LOREN ROSENZWEIG MARK AND NATALIE ROSOVSKY YECHIEL AND NOMI ROTBLAT JOEL AND LISA RUBINSTEIN EILEEN RUBY

ESTATE OF MELVIN AND MIRELE STEINIG PETER AND ELIZABETH STEINLAUF MARVIN AND DEBRA STERNBERG DANIEL AND MIRA STOKAR ELLIOT AND LAURIE SUTTON

ELI AND RHONA WILAMOWSKY ALAN AND LORI ZEKELMAN ALAN AND LENORE ZELINGER MARK AND JESSICA ZITTER ABRAHAM ZONANA SHLOMO AND ARIELA ZULLER

$5,000 - $9,999 LEON AND SOFIA ACHAR

LEORA AND JULES BIENENFELD

RICK AND MARCY CORNFELD

GERSHI AND ALIZA ADLER

BINAH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

MARK AND ANDREA CORONEL

ADM/ROI

YEHUDA AND RONI BLINDER

YOSEF DANCYKIER

LEOR AND EVELYN ALON

HARVEY AND JUDY BLITZ

DAAT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

JEREMY AND REBECCA AMSTER

BEN AND TAMAR BLUMENTHAL

ERICA AND MICHAEL DACHS

YAKIRA AND JEREMY APFEL

DORIS BLUMKIN AND MARK BLUMKIN A"H

ELIANA DAHAN

ARI AND NAOMI KLEIN CHARITABLE TRUST

SANDY AND SHOSHANA BODZIN

SUSAN DANZIGER

ALAN AND ROBERTA ARONOFF

ENID AND HAROLD H. BOXER ENDOWMENT

DAVID AND INEZ MYERS FOUNDATION

DAVID AND RENEE BRAHA

DEN LABOR LAW

ARNOLD & PORTER JACK AND REGINE ASHKENAZIE PROF MICHAEL AND DR DAPHNA ATAR RICHARD AND SHARON AUMAN DAVID AZAR NATAN AND TZIPPY BANE

AVRUMI AND SARAH BRAM SUSAN BRAVERMAN IGOR AND OLGA BRAYLOVSKIY KEVIN BROWN

MELVIN DAVID CHARLES AND NAOMI RUTH DEUTSCH DAVID AND DEBRA DIAMOND SARI AND SHLOMO DRAZIN

YONAH AND SONYA BUDD

JEWISH FEDERATION OF METROPOLITAN DETROIT

THE BURNING BUSH FOUNDATION

DR. CARYN BORGER AND MARK DUNEC

EDDIE CHABBOTT

EZRA AND ADENA DYCKMAN

DANIEL BERGER

DANIEL AND DEVORAH CHEFITZ

LEAH EDIDIN

DR. AND MRS. YITZHAK AND ELLEN BERGER

CHELM FAMILY FOUNDATION

YOSSI EISENBERGER

THECHESEDFUND.COM

GARY AND KAREN EISENBERG

BETZALEL BERKMAN

ADAM AND ILANA CHILL

MICHAEL AND SHELLEY EIZELMAN

ARI BERKOWITZ

YONI AND TZIVIA COHEN

THE EMBER FOUNDATION

BARRY AND ERICA BERKOWITZ

ETHAN AND AMY COREY

ALAN AND RACHEL ENGEL

SHAI AND LORI BARNEA LOWELL AND LISA BARON MARTIN AND MAYANN BAUMRIND

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BINAH AND DANNY ENGLANDER

IN MEMORY OF STAN JASPAN Z"L

ARI AND MINDI LIND

YISROEL EPSTEIN

GILON AND BARBARA IRWIN

SHABSA AND SUSAN LIS

LORNE AND YAFFA FACTOR

MOSHE AND DEVORA ISENBERG

MICHAEL AND LESLIE LITWACK

MELVIN FARBER

BENJAMIN AND YEHUDIS ESTHER ISRAEL

LAWRENCE AND MILAGRO MAGID

SETH AND ZAHAVA FARBMAN

DEBORAH LAUB ISRAEL

SHIMON MARGOLINE

PAUL AND LORRAINE FEIN

OVADIAH AND LEILA JACOB

SHARI AND YAAKOV MARKOVITZ

DENNIS AND AMY FEIT

VLADIMIR JAFFE

AARON AND LISA MARTIN

ZEV AND LAURIE FINKEL

JEWISH FEDERATION OF LAS VEGAS

ROBERT AND RENA MARX

ARYEH AND DORIT FISCHER

JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK

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NANCY I. KLEIN

ZACHARY NEUGUT

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TERRY AND GAIL NOVETSKY AARON AND AHUVA ORLOFSKY LESLIE AND JOSH OSTRIN AND FAMILY

ALLEN KOSS

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BENZION LASKER

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MEIR AND SARA RASKAS

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HYLTON AND LEAH LIGHTMAN

ADAM AND KAREN J. MYERS RABBI YAAKOV AND SARA NAGEL

CHAIM AND BAYLA KIFFEL

JASON AND MIRIAM LIEBER

DAVID A"H AND CANDACE MUHLRAD SHULAMIS NADLER

DOV AND AMY KESSELMAN

DANIEL LEWIS

DR. DANIEL AND STEPHANIE MISHKIN

DAVID AND JILL MOGIL

STUART AND CAROL KATZ

ANDREW AND LEAH LEWIS

ETAN AND VALERIE MIRWIS AND FAMILY

RANDY AND REBECCA MODELL

LANCE KATZ

ADAM LEWIS

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JONATHAN AND SHOSHANA MIZRACHI

GARY AND SHELLEY KATZ

TOVA AND SETH LEVINE

AVRAHAM METTA

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ARI AND SHARI KATZ

HUGO LEIBOVITCH

PESACH AND NANCY MEHLMAN

MICHAEL AND ARIANNE RAUCHMAN GEORGIA RAVITZ MAX AND SUSAN REICHENTHAL DRS. CRAIG AND JACKIE REISS LONNIE RICHARDSON GAIL AND BINYAMIN RIEDER RALPH AND LEAH RIEDER DR. JAY AND MARJORIE ROBINOW NATHANIEL AND DEVORA ROGOFF DONNY AND ARIELLE ROSENBERG

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STEVEN AND RHONDA SCHOTTENSTEIN

JOSH SULTAN

DAVID AND MIRIAM ROSENWASSER

MIKI JONA AND SHMUEL SCHREIBER

SWIECA CHILDREN FOUNDATION

YECHIEL AND MARGO ROSMAN

DAVID AND DEBRA SEGAL

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ABIE ROSOW

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SHULI AND MARC TROPP

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ELIANA VIDAN

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RICHARD RUBENSTEIN

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CHAIM AND AVIVA WEALCATCH

NOAM AND ALIZA SALAMON

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MARVIN AND ROZ SAMUELS

JACK S. AND IANNA STERENFELD

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SAPPHIRE WEALTH ADVISORY GROUP

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TOM STERN

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ADAM AND DANA SASOUNESS

TREE OF KNOWLEDGE

ARYEH AND YAEL WIELGUS

ROBERT AND ANDREA SCHECHTER

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JEFFREY AND RITA WILDER

DR. JOSEF AND DEBRA SCHENKER

JOSEPH AND DIANA STRAUS

JAMES AND CARYN WOLFE

YANIV AND MICHAL SCHILLER

MOSHAEL AND ZAHAVA STRAUS

CHERYL AND MARC ZEFFREN

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