Cultivating Compassion: How iGive Is Transforming Teen Engagement at Community Synagogue of Port Washington At The Community Synagogue of Port Washington, Jewish values, community service, and education have long been central to the congregation’s mission. But in recent years, a new initiative has taken root, one that is not only inspiring teen involvement but reshaping … Continued
A Note From the Youth Ambassador Council Facilitator: My name is Jodie Goldberg, Honeycomb Program Consultant and Facilitator of Cohort 7 of The Youth Ambassador Council. It’s been a true privilege to learn alongside this year’s cohort of nine exceptional teen leaders from across the country, each of whom brings multiple years of experience … Continued
The Jewish Fund Teen Board: Shaping the Future of Jewish Philanthropy For the past decade, the Jewish Fund Teen Board has been preparing the next generation of Jewish leaders in Detroit. This innovative program offers teens hands-on experience in philanthropy, giving them the tools to make meaningful contributions to their community. As the board celebrates … Continued
Reenergizing Teen Engagement: A New Chapter for JTeen856 Carl Abramowitz, the newly appointed Director of Teen Engagement at JTeen856, is on a mission to rebuild and reenergize the organization’s programs, creating a space where teens can truly thrive. With over 20 years of experience as a classroom teacher and administrator, Abramowitz brings a wealth of … Continued
Generously supported by Jessica and Adam Hirsch, alongside the UJA-JCC Greenwich, the Teen Changemakers program exemplifies the power of young people to create meaningful change. Now in its fourth year, this dynamic experience has ignited a passion for philanthropy and social impact among high school students in grades 9-12. Under the leadership of Cori SaNogueira, … Continued
The Teen Philanthropy program through the Milwaukee Jewish Federation program stands as a shining example of the power that teenagers have when given the opportunity to lead, learn, and make a meaningful impact in their community. Led by dedicated individuals like Dalilah Bernier, Director of Teen Initiatives, the program is thriving as it continues to … Continued
Magshimim’s All-Nighter: A Youth Philanthropy Scavenger Hunt in Netanya This year, Magshimim’s annual “All-Nighter” program took on a new and exciting format for the first time in its history. Traditionally held in the style of “Shark Tank”, where teens present their social entrepreneurship projects to industry “Sharks” for funding, this year’s event was reimagined into … Continued
Philanthropy in Kiryat Yearim: Empowering the Next Generation of Changemakers Nestled in the beautiful and scenic Kiryat Yearim Village near Jerusalem, a unique school is fostering the next generation of changemakers. With its stunning views of classic Jerusalem landscapes, this school is more than just a place of learning; it’s a thriving community where students, … Continued
Expanded Perspective: As the Light Grows By Danielle Segal, Executive Director, Honeycomb First published on Lake Institute on Faith & Giving The Jewish calendar points us to the powerful symbol of light through the holiday of Chanukah. Sometimes nicknamed “the festival of lights,” a key imagery of the holiday is the Chanukah Menorah, … Continued
Launched in 2016, the Youth Ambassador Council was created to connect Honeycomb directly with teens in the field, and learn together. Meeting virtually throughout the school year, the Youth Ambassador council empowers the teen voice by fostering relationships with representatives from the field of Jewish teen philanthropy. Meet the 7th cohort of the Youth Ambassador Council! … Continued