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Teens & Youth

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How We Drive Impact

Jewish teens are building identity, friendship, and resilience that last a lifetime. We’re helping them thrive in Greater Washington by focusing on three key areas:

  • Strengthening youth groups, schools, and camps that anchor Jewish teen life.
  • Expanding access to camp and Israel travel that spark identity and belonging.
  • Equipping teens to feel confident, connected, and ready to lead.

Engagement Opportunities

A holistic, adaptive approach

We support teens across every part of their Jewish journey, meeting them where they are, lowering barriers to access, and adapting to emerging needs. Our approach is:

  • Relational: Rooted in deep collaboration with trusted partners and built on strong relationships with families.
  • Community-Informed: Guided by ongoing feedback, listening sessions, and collaborative working groups that reflect the diverse needs of our region.
  • Data-Driven: Shaped by analysis that helps us identify gaps, test new models, and scale what works.
  • Growth-Oriented: Treats teen engagement as a dynamic portfolio—balancing proven strategies with new ideas to expand reach and deepen impact.

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The Impact in Action series invites donors to witness their generosity at work through immersive events—from a joyful, inclusive Jewish summer camp visit to connecting with Hillel Israel and preparing meals for vulnerable populations. These hands-on experiences highlight how philanthropy builds community, inclusion, and lasting Jewish identity.
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Your Dollars at Work

We are committed to strengthening Jewish teens’ identity, resilience, and leadership across Greater Washington. This year, we’re focusing on initiatives that reach teens directly: expanding healthy relationship workshops, sustaining peer-to-peer mental health training, and increasing camp scholarships so more families can send their teens. Together, we are helping Jewish teens in Greater Washington grow into confident leaders, connected friends, and resilient community members.
Explore Investments
  • Supporting BBYO’s Youth Mental Health Peer-to-Peer Training, equipping teens with life-saving skills, $100,000
  • Expanding JCADA’s Teen Workshops on Healthy Relationships to reach more teens, $70,000
  • Providing One Happy Camper Incentive Grants so first-time campers can experience Jewish overnight camp, $210,000
  • Increasing Need-Based Camp Scholarships to make camp possible for more families, $296,000
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Your values. Your impact.

Your teen-centered giving:

  • Facilitates immersive connections.
  • Enhances wellbeing and resilience.
  • Cultivates leadership and Jewish identity.

Each dollar helps ensure a future where every Greater Washington teen has the chance to grow, connect, and lead.

Direct your impact