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Moments of crisis and uncertainty can feel paralyzing. Yet they are also the moments where the most is at stake, and where all of us are called upon to act quickly and intentionally. As you know, ongoing social distancing measures to combat COVID-19 have resulted in a near cessation of revenue across the Jewish nonprofit […]

   NY Entrepreneur Sprint Powered by UJA-Federation of New York. Selected from a pool of highly-qualified applicants, these 7 early- and growth-stage ventures represent a diverse array of initiatives. These ventures are crucial to the landscape of Jewish offerings, as they often serve as the only connection point to Jewish life for individuals seeking alternatives to […]

As a teen program provider in the Jewish community, you have the benefit of working in a field where so many others are tackling the same challenges as you. At UpStart, we want to provide the opportunity for professionals like you to seed new collaborations, cross-pollinate ideas, and create win-win partnerships that helps teens thrive. Join us in […]

  Earlier this month we hosted a virtual field lab exploring the topic of Supporting Teen Mental Health and Wellness from Afar. Together with the experts from UpStart network member BaMidbar Wilderness Therapy, we sought to understand what we can be doing for teens and their mental health during this time of crisis. Our first field lab filled […]

In this time of unprecedented uncertainty, it is crucial that we double down on our support for trailblazing ventures and their leaders. Entrepreneurial ventures have been a driving force in adapting Jewish communal life for the last twenty years, and their creativity, agility, and vision will be essential to leading us through the COVID-19 crisis. […]

For years, Jewish social entrepreneurs and their ventures have been fueling a renaissance in Jewish life. From creative afterschool programs to chapters of Muslim and Jewish women fighting hate together, the 100+ organizations in the UpStart Venture Network have been on the front lines of making our community more just, vibrant, and inclusive. These ventures […]