Our partners across Greater Boston worked with unprecedented coordination. When traditional systems moved slowly, Jewish community networks moved fast. When government programs had waitlists, our emergency fund had resources ready. When bureaucracy created barriers, relationships opened doors.
Written by
Bill Rosenberg
Vice President
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
The statistics tell one part of the story: 1,200+ families received direct emergency assistance, $2.1M in emergency funds were distributed, and our response time averaged just 48 hours from initial contact to support delivery. But behind each number is a human story of dignity restored and hope renewed.
Rabbi Marc Baker
President & CEO, Combined Jewish Philanthropies
Rabbi Marc Baker leads CJP's mission to strengthen Jewish life and build community across Greater Boston. His biweekly reflections offer insights on philanthropy, community building, and Jewish values in action. He has served in Jewish communal leadership for over two decades, focusing on innovation in community care and sustainable impact
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Renewal and Return: A Creative High Holidays Retreat
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Date:
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Time:
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
Hebrew College 1860 Washington St Newton, MA 02466
Step into the High Holiday season with intention, creativity, and connection. Explore themes of renewal, forgiveness, and transformation through Jewish text study and creative arts. No art experience necessary.
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