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This fall, The Associated welcomed the newest members of its Young Leadership Council, Class of 2027.   Over the next two years, this group of Jewish professionals, ages 29-39, will grow together as leaders, build meaningful connections and make an impact across the Baltimore Jewish community.  From September […]

“We’ve each worn many hats within The Associated,” Harriette says, “but this one feels different and more urgent than any before.” We sat down with Harriette and Jason to learn more about the Center’s mission, its priorities for the year ahead and what gives her […]

For Sam Sobkov, The Associated has always been part of his family’s story. Raised in Roland Park, he grew up seeing how his family’s involvement strengthened their ties to the Baltimore Jewish community. Get to know this native Baltimorean as he talks about his hobbies and his involvement with The Associated’s Young Adult Division.

“Key findings from the research indicate that young Jews overwhelmingly engage or aspire to engage in Jewish life, and perhaps in different ways than previous generations. Family and friends, nostalgia and guilt, the importance of spirituality over religion, and geographic distance all play a role […]

In our latest episode of Around the Table, Beth Goldsmith sits down with three agency leaders from The Associated network to talk about the financial issues facing our community, how to break the stigma and who benefits from financial support.

Parent Tips by Age Group  Elementary School (Grades K–5)  Focus: Building routines, attention, and foundational executive skills.  Key Skills:  Parent Tips:  Make routines VISIBLE and INTERACTIVE:  Gamify tasks: Beat the clock, superhero missions or earning points/tokens.  Consistent practice: Model routines and co-regulate during stressful moments.  […]

Before leaving for retreat, I was asked to bring an item that represented my Jewish leadership journey. I settled on a mezuzah that my father’s first cousin and his wife recently sent me. I talked about my journey from what my family lovingly called “Boca Jews” […]

1. She’s a Philadelphia Native Heather grew up just outside Philadelphia before venturing to the Midwest for college at Washington University in St. Louis. After completing medical school and a residency program, Baltimore became her home. When she’s not working, you can find her at […]

David Folderaur, Director of Security for The Associated and The Baltimore Jewish Council, shares seven tips you can use to keep your community safe and secure.

July is here, and with it the lazy, hot days of summer. Check out these six ways The Associated can make your summer special.