by Larry Moses In contemporary human rights studies, a distinction is often made between the “cosmopolitan” and “communitarian” frameworks. The former places a premium on responding to the immediacy of suffering wherever it occurs, and the latter focuses upon the systemic changes needed to eradicate such suffering. This tension might be thought of as the difference between the emergency room and the research department of a medical center. One … [Read more...] about Tzedakah and Philanthropy: Rethinking American Jewish Giving
Archives for October 2011
The Week That Was: October 23-29
A new feature - appearing every Sunday - on the eJewish Philanthropy website: the five most popular posts of the previous week. The Innovation Sector and the Synagogue by Ramie Arian Among the Slingshot Guide’s many notable features, one in particular stands out: the near-total absence of any mention of the synagogue. Introducing the Slingshot Class of 2011-2012 Slingshot present’s the seventh annual edition of Slingshot: A Resource … [Read more...] about The Week That Was: October 23-29
A New Year, a New Leader and a New Strategy, for PEJE
As the Partnership for Excellence in Jewish Education (PEJE) transitions to a new leadership team, Executive Director Amy Katz, has charted five major goals for the coming year. Katz, PEJE's former Associate Director, moved into the top spot earlier this month following Rabbi Josh Elkin's decision to explore new opportunities. And, befitting the climate of today's world, collaboration and partnerships are taking a front-row seat. Going … [Read more...] about A New Year, a New Leader and a New Strategy, for PEJE
2011 Young Professional Award Winners Announced
Sarah Y. Eisenman and Shauna Waltman have been honored with the 2011 Young Professional Award of the Jewish Communal Service Association. The Award, the most prestigious for young professionals in Jewish community service, will be presented during the upcoming Jewish Federations of North America General Assembly in Denver. Eisenman, Director of Next Generation and Service Initiatives, American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, and … [Read more...] about 2011 Young Professional Award Winners Announced
Fidelity Charitable Expects Strongest Level of Giving in 20-Year History
Fidelity Charitable Expects Strongest Level of Giving in 20-Year History Continuing the strong pace it has experienced thus far in 2011, Fidelity Charitable reported yesterday that it expects to see its strongest year ever in outgoing grants to charities and incoming contributions. For the first nine months of 2011, Fidelity Charitable donors recommended $832 million in grants to nonprofits nationwide, a 12% increase over the first nine months … [Read more...] about Fidelity Charitable Expects Strongest Level of Giving in 20-Year History
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