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For Jake and Sarah, one of the key components to a happy Jewish life is connection with their community. After meeting on Hinge during the pandemic, this young couple strengthened their relationship through their shared values, love of their culture and hosting Shabbats through The […]

Humor is defined as the ability to be amused by something seen, heard or thought about, sometimes causing you to smile or laugh. Humor also comes in many different forms. I’ll be focusing on the two forms I believe are at the base of the […]

These were the values that shaped him. And as he built a successful career in real estate, he also became a key figure in the Jewish philanthropic community, giving generously of his time and funds. Now, to cap off his leadership efforts, he is heading […]

Inspired by a book drive between The Associated and Associated Black Charities, Aviv Engelhart donated hundreds of books to a Baltimore City School.

I have been using “We Rock the Spectrum” for events because it is a sensory gym that accommodates children of all abilities. They have a ton of sensory equipment for all needs. At the last program that I hosted there numerous families came up to […]

Involvement with the Associated/Young Adult Division My involvement with The Associated and the Young Adult Division (YAD) came about through a connection with Ali Duhan, a dear friend. Initially, I was unfamiliar with the YAD, but my interest grew as I sought to connect with […]

4Front allows Jewish teens like me to further explore skills learned in school and elsewhere and bring them together in a cumulative project/presentation showcasing all that we have learned. For example, Social Innovation Fellowship will conclude with a Demo Day where each team will pitch […]

2. But living within walking distance from the Owings Mills JCC was a bonus. “I don’t know if it had anything to do with my parents’ decision to move out to Owings Mills at the time, but it was incredible having the JCC so close. […]

Through this program, I have learned that domestic violence has no bounds or limits: all people of all genders and ages can fall victim to abuse. I have learned that abuse can exist in the forms of not only physical and emotional abuse but also […]

Whether it is her love of Israel, a famous relative or a surprising athletic feat, Katie Applefeld has a lot to share. Here are 10 things to know about this Pikesville native and long-time volunteer, who currently sits on The Associated’s Board of Governors and […]