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Baltimore Rooftop Solar Farm to Offset Energy Consumption

In collaboration with Luminace, a leading fully integrated decarbonization-as-a-service provider in North America, sponsoring accessible, reliable, and renewable energy infrastructure to empower the zero-emissions future, MDEA identified an opportunity to produce more than an estimated 4 million kWh in the first year alone, across two […]

Savor the Legacy of Israel’s Fallen Heroes

Looking for an impactful way to commemorate Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers? Learn about the life of a fallen soldier from Ashkelon and experience some of their favorite family recipes. Feel free to cook on your own or with a group. Learn […]

Lessons from the Holocaust with the Baltimore Jewish Council and the Jewish Museum of Maryland | Beth Goldsmith

Beth H. Goldsmith, sat down with The Baltimore Jewish Council and The Jewish Museum of Maryland to shine a spotlight on Associated efforts to combat antisemitism.

What’s on the Mind of Today’s Teenagers

What keeps today’s teenagers up at night? We asked David Netzer, Sophia Klaff and Sarah Merwin from JCC’s 4Front to share their unique perspectives on the future and how they plan to change it. 4Front, the Baltimore Jewish community’s comprehensive teen initiative, is managed by the […]

From Caregiver to Co-Chair: How David Harrison is Making a Difference with AgeWell Baltimore

Here are 10 things to know about David. 1. David is married to Elise (Greenspun) Harrison, also from Baltimore, and they have two kids – Emma (25) and Ethan (23). 2. David is participating in The Associated’s Baltimore-Ashkelon Partnership’s Kesher program for adults ages 45+ […]

Exploring the Jewish Revival in Budapest and the Rich History of Riga

Another thing I found surprising was how many institutions turned off their heat due to the cost from the energy crisis. We were shivering in the synagogue attached to the Holocaust Museum because they could not afford the heating bills. Those visits were in contrast […]

The Mental Health Crisis Hits Home

Beth H. Goldsmith, former Chair of the Board, recently sat down with industry experts within The Associated system of agencies about what is driving this mental health crisis among our younger generation and the programs our community has put in place to support our children and teens.

The Associated Joins National Initiative to #StandUpToJewishHate 

The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore and the Baltimore Jewish Council (BJC) announced today they have joined the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism as an official partner of #StandUpToJewishHate, their new national campaign to mobilize all Americans, and especially non-Jews, to combat antisemitism by using the […]

Climate Anxiety to Climate Action 

I was furious, yet as a young teenager, I felt powerless. It was as though us youth were handed this colossal issue and told, ‘We messed up. Now it’s your problem.’ Despite my deep concern and fear, I did nothing. I was paralyzed by the […]

Meet Micky Wolf, OneTable Shabbat Host

To me, Shabbat is a reminder of what truly matters in life. Connecting with good people, reflecting on our values and learnings and putting our busy lives on pause. Growing up, I was too focused on spending time with my friends and didn’t prioritize family […]