Jewish teens from the Greater Phoenix area work with our professional team to establish a charitable endowment fund (typically using funds they receive upon becoming Bar/Bat/B’Mitzvah). Teens work with our team to both identify and name values that speak to them and then work to identify organizations whose work reflects those same values. Through grantmaking and hands-on service, teens are able to see the contributions they can make. The goal is to set them up with this life-long real-world giving tool that will help them invest in nonprofit work throughout their lifetime.
B’nai Tzedek redefines Jewish philanthropy by showing teens that they, too, can change the world through a personal and engaged relationship to lifelong giving. Participants learn about modern philanthropy and apply their knowledge by making heartfelt grants from their own long-term B’nai Tzedek charitable funds to the organizations and causes they care about. Goals: Develop the next generation of engaged and educated Jewish philanthropists, Expose teens to a variety of non-profit organizations worldwide, Using a values based giving approach, help teens identify their own values and connect with organizations whose work reflects those values. Finally, engage teens meaningful community service projects.
Start Date: Ongoing
Schedule: Participants are invited to participate in service opportunities throughout the year. There is no mandatory in person minimum.
Location: In-person, Greater Phoenix area.
Cost: Families are asked to make a gift of at least $500 to establish the fund. For those for whom this cost is too high, we ask that they make a meaningful gift and the Center for Jewish Philanthropy will confidentially contribute the rest.
Age Range: 12-18
Application Deadline: April
Have Questions? Students can contact Andrea Cohen, acohen@phoenixcjp.org
I can understand myself, diverse perspectives, and how democracy and systems work. This is important because it helps me make sense of the world and engage as an informed citizen.
I can think critically, communicate clearly, and work with others to solve problems. This is important because it helps me build strong relationships and find fair solutions.
I can respect others, act with integrity, and take responsibility for creating change. This is important because it helps me contribute to a just, inclusive, and thriving community.
I can participate in my community and take action based on democratic values. This is important because it helps me turn ideas into impact and strengthen democracy.
