Chadashot: News from Torah Fund

Letter From the Editor

By Jodi Beck

I want to express my sincere appreciation to Barbara Ezring and Lori Snow for the opportunity to serve as a volunteer editor for Chadashot over the past six years.

Chadashot Spring 2026—A Job Well Done!

By Lori Snow

Welcome to my last Chadashot article as WLCJ International Vice President, Torah Fund Chair.

Torah Fund Changes

By Lori Beth Susman

WLCJ will assume the administration of the Torah Fund Campaign, marking a new chapter in the program’s 84-year history of supporting Conservative/Masorti Jewish education and leadership.

Tu B’Av: The Jewish Day of Love

By Laurie B. Davis

The holiday of Tu B’Av takes place on the 15th of Av. This year, it begins at sundown on July 28 and ends in the evening on July 29.

When It Gets Hard, Get to Work

By Shelley Szwalbenest

Tsach Saar, Deputy Consul General of Israel in New York, was the featured presenter at our May 6 Torah Fund Stands With Israel Program.

Torah Fund Region Vice Presidents Anchor Our Fundraising Efforts 

Feb 23, 2026

By Lori Snow, International Vice President, Torah Fund Chair

Another spotlight on the dedicated volunteers whose efforts help Torah Fund exceed its annual goal.

A Focus on Connection and Shared Purpose 

Feb 23, 2026

By Agnes Gold Emert

A spirited event on the West Coast brings attendees from north and south to share learning together.

Psalm Sung Blue  

Feb 23, 2026

By Lori Beth Susman

Neil Diamond’s Jewish roots can be seen in lyrics to some of his top hits enjoyed by many to this day.

JWell: A New Era of Jewish Wellness Flourishes at B’nai Jeshurun Congregation 

Feb 23, 2026

By Laurie B. Davis

An innovative center combining Jewish ethos with wellbeing and healing spirit takes off in Cleveland.

Rabbi Nicholas Losorelli 

Feb 23, 2026

By Lori Beth Susman

The new assistant dean at Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies brings a mix of culture, identity and energy to his important work.

Torah Fund Stands With Israel:  A Riveting January Program 

Feb 23, 2026

By Shelley Szwalbenest

An exceptional Israeli diplomat shares what it means to be a Druze woman in this prominent role representing the Jewish State.

Our Dedicated Torah Fund Region Vice Presidents 

Nov 20, 2025

By Lori Snow, International Vice President, Torah Fund Chair

Read this chapter in the series about the dedicated group of volunteers who currently serve as Torah Fund region vice presidents.

The Oseh Shalom 2025–2026 Torah Fund Theme  

Nov 20, 2025

By Lori Snow, International Vice President, Torah Fund Chair

Every year, efforts behind-the-scenes result in a compelling selection of phrases for the next Torah Fund general campaign theme. Learn how the choice of themes comes to the Torah Fund Cabinet.

Ziegler Students Add to Sukkot Celebration

Nov 20, 2025

By Agnes Emert

In 2013, the opportunity to sponsor a student was established, resulting in Ziegler students participating in the Pacific Southwest region’s annual Sukkot celebration at American Jewish University.

Jewish Thanksgiving: Gratitude, Freedom, and Fusion at the Table Written  

Nov 20, 2025

By Laurie B. Davis

Adding a Jewish component to Thanksgiving increases the richness of the holiday and expands the meaning of the celebration.

JTS Sukkah Lunch and Tour on October 9  

Nov 20, 2025

By Shula Fleischer

Volunteers travelled from near and far to participate in festive activities at The Jewish Theological Seminary, including a dedication of the Women’s League Study Space in the new residence hall.

Pin Packing and Our Meaningful Oseh Shalom Pin   

Nov 20, 2025

By Shelley Szwalbenest

Committed volunteers came together once again to help sort and pack the pins for this year’s Oseh Shalom campaign, and with good spirit and efficiency they got the job done.

Torah Fund Ecards  

Nov 20, 2025

By Lori Beth Susman

Torah Fund established its two ecard platforms to offer attractive digital greetings and enable Canadian donors to contribute online, both of which add revenue to the Torah Fund general campaign each year.

Pacific Southwest Region’s Sukkah Event 2025 

Nov 20, 2025

By Cindy Scherr

Since 2023, the Pacific Southwest Region has held its annual Sukkah Lunch at Temple Ramat Zion. This year’s event drew more than fifty dedicated attendees.

July 2025 / A Spotlight on Our 2024–2026 Torah Fund Vice Presidents 

Jul 01, 2025

By Lori Snow, International Torah Fund Chair

Learn about our dedicated volunteers whose efforts help Torah Fund realize its goals.