Patty Stonesifer worked with Bill Gates as the highest-ranking woman at Microsoft and now has no need to work. Instead of sitting back and relaxing, however, she has decided to tackle a big challenge and help those in need. She is now the head of Martha’s Table, an organization that provides food, clothes and other services Continue Reading »
We had a great time as Mitzvah Clowns marching in the Celebrate Israel Parade! We were able to bring joy to others all while supporting the State of Israel. You too could be a Mitzvah Clown! Check out what we do here.
Summer is finally here! Check out this list of “summer service ideas” and this list of 10 ways to make a difference and to find some ways to help out and do good this break! If you know of any other opportunities, please post them here. We are always looking for great ways to get Continue Reading »
In an article geared to the graduating class of 2013, Jacki Zehner gives some important advice to people embarking on new careers. Advice includes not to be afraid to take a job that you don’t know anything about. If you were chosen to do the job, then the person who hired you thinks you can Continue Reading »
Here is a list of ten successful entrepreneurs discussing what they each believe to be the one thing a business leader needs to do in order to succeed. There are lots of interesting ideas and tips. If you had to select one, what would it be and why?
Here is a thought-provoking article that should make us all think about how we thank others. Stephen G. Donshik discusses how, all too often, people are not given the credit that they deserve, or as he puts it, “A day in the sun.” He points out that especially in non-profit organizations, which often runs on Continue Reading »
Rabbi Aaron Starr, a rabbi at Congregation Shaarey Zedek in Southfield, Michigan decided that he wanted his congregation to understand the importance of community service in Jewish life. His congregation therefore started an annual project entitled Project Tikkun Olam. This was a yearly day of service where families would dedicate their morning to doing some sort Continue Reading »
Here is an article with an important warning for all parents, educators and children out there. As people who live at a time when everything is on the internet for all to see, it is important to keep in mind that we need to careful. Take a few minutes and talk to your kids (and Continue Reading »
We can sometimes learn very important and useful lessons from TV shows. Here is an article from the show “Scandal,” which is about a crisis management firm in Washington, D.C. The article discusses some tips about how to be a “rock star professional” and be successful in whatever you do.
Areyvut has two job openings and I have pasted below the descriptions and hope that you can pass this along to anyone who know who may find these of interest. Thanks in advance. Program and Communications Assistant – Areyvut Launched in 2002, Areyvut infuses the lives of Jewish youth with the core Jewish values of Continue Reading »
