BCL By Columbia Group Continues Its Season Into Week 5!

Week 5 of the Baltimore Chesed League was all about strength—not just physical strength, but the inner strength to step up and help others. Volunteers put their muscles to work, hauling heavy boxes of Pesach packages, organizing books, and moving loads of shaimos for proper burial. But just as important was the strength of heart […]

Chaverim Of Baltimore Members Complete CERT Training, Strengthening Community Emergency Response

By: BJLife Newsroom A group of 13 dedicated Chaverim of Baltimore volunteers recently completed a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training course, equipping them with critical skills to assist in times of crisis. The training, conducted in partnership with the Baltimore City Fire Department and other emergency agencies, was facilitated through Councilman Yitzy Schleifer. While […]

Jewish Educational Services Nurtures Mental Wellness In The Community

Photo credit: David Stuck. Jewish Educational Services, a program of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, recently hosted two significant events focused on supporting the mental wellness of children. These gatherings highlighted JES’ dedication to fostering resilience, emotional well-being, and the ability to navigate challenges in today’s world. The first event, the Family First lecture, […]

A Day Of Inspiration And Growth For Early Childhood Educators

Photo: JES Staff Nearly 300 early childhood educators from eleven different programs and schools came together for an unforgettable day of learning, connection, and inspiration at Chizuk Amuno. Planned and hosted by Jewish Educational Services, a program of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, the conference, themed “Touching Hearts, Teaching Minds,” was designed to nurture […]

13 Seconds with Andrew Cushnir, President & CEO of The Associated

BJH: You’re new to Baltimore, and our audience is eager to learn more about you. Can you share a bit about your background? Andrew Cushnir: I moved to Baltimore a year ago, the day after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Before coming here, I spent my entire life in Los Angeles. My professional journey […]