We can see the future from here...

We've grown dramatically in the last five years: quadrupled our staff, budget, and activist base, and developed a strong reputation and track record. Our plan for the next three years lays out a vision for another big step forward.

How did we get here? Where are we going? Find out what we've got in store, read the full plan, and leave your comments here.

New MD Campaign: Raise the Minimum Wage

Sixty-one JUFJ leaders gathered on June 2 to hear from campaign reps, discuss in groups, and vote.

We're proud to announce we will be working with the Raise Maryland coalition in the coming year to raise the MD minimum wage to $10.10! A whopping twelve people committed to being leaders on the campaign's core team. RSVP for the first planning meeting on June 27, or contact katie@jufj.org to get involved. Check out the photos from Sunday too!

This Week's News: One City, One License

- Members Emmy Stup and Ben Block had a fire in their apartment. Sign up to bring them meals.
- The Jeremiahs had a beautiful closing retreat, and took nice photos.
- Activists in the District, including our own Rabbi Gilah Langner (left), testified against marked drivers licenses for undocumented immigrants.

Read on in this week's news.

Go Bullfrogs! Jeremiah Graduation June 19

It's been another great year for the Jeremiah Fellowship, and we want to celebrate with the whole JUFJ community! As our Jeremiahs graduate, please join us on Wednesday, June 17th at HRC for dessert and inspiring stories from the Fellows. RSVP here.

A Tremendous Loss - Elissa Froman, z"l

We at JUFJ are heartbroken to share the news that Elissa Froman (Jeremiah '09-'10 and JUFJ board member) died in April after a long illness.

Elissa was a powerful force for love and justice in the world and a devoted JUFJ leader. Click here to read more about her life and work. Elissa was honored at a June 2 service at Sixth and I Historic Synagogue.

A Fast Rise for JUFJ Director Jacob Feinspan

JUFJ Executive Director Jacob Feinspan came to DC in his early twenties to work for the Religious Action Center, and then he became American Jewish World Service's first DC staffer. The same way AJWS' Washington presence quickly bloomed, JUFJ has expanded rapidly under Feinspan's leadership. Feinspan's Jewish values have motivated him both globally and locally. As he once learned under Rabbi David Saperstein, he now sits in coalition alongside him. Read more about Jacob on the RAC's blog.

A little copy of your conscience in your wallet

Do you have a wallet tallis? US News has picked up on our little creation, saying it "encourages shoppers to pause and reflect on the true value and impact of their purchases before going through with them." Read more and email us at info@jufj.org for a wallet tallis of your own.

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