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Introducing more of the amazing athletes that will represent Team San Jose at the upcoming #JCCMaccabiGames. These young competitors embody the spirit of sportsmanship and achievement and we wish them the best as they head to Detroit! 🏅 Mikayla Cooper is looking forward to her first time with Team San Jose, playing on the 14U basketball team at this year’s Maccabi Games. Gil Kalbfeld has been on skates since he can remember and has always loved the game. He is super excited to represent the Bay Area in the 2024 Maccabi Games. Jake Pardes will be competing in tennis at the JCC Maccabi Games, a sport he has played since he was three years old. Skyler Thiele, competes in the San Jose Junior Sharks House League year-round, and will be a member of Team San Jose's hockey team at the JCC Maccabi Games. Nareya Agola is looking forward to playing volleyball in Detroit at her first Maccabi Games! #wearejccmaccabi

Did you know that leadership development, community, and Jewish wisdom all go hand in hand? That's what our fellows experience in our flagship program — the J Leaders Academy. We are accepting applications for the ‘24-’25 J Leaders Academy cohort! With the Academy, you’ll: 🤝 Connect with Exceptional Jewish Young Professionals 👑 Engage with World-Class Leadership Experts 🌐 Join the J Leaders Community Check out the J Leaders website for all the details. Learn more and apply: www.jleaders.org/academy

This week, over 50 people, including CEOs and Executive Directors from 24 JCCs, are attending an intensive executive seminar Brandeis University titled “Navigating Israel and the Rise of Antisemitism.” A partnership between Brandeis University, Boundless, and JCC Association of North America, the seminar recognizes the unique role that the 172 North American JCCs play in their communities, often serving as public squares and sources of Jewish knowledge for their 1.5 million patrons per week, one-third of whom belong to non-Jewish communities. This seminar is equipping JCC leaders to navigate community life in the aftermath of recent events in Israel and rising global antisemitism. Participants are exploring the intersection of antisemitism and anti-Zionism and developing strategies for building inclusive communities. The program, curated by Dr. Rachel Fish and featuring 12 world-class scholars, includes practical learning experiences, a visit to the JCC of Greater Boston, and a case-study component. #JCCsFightingAntisemitism Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn Katz JCC Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center Sid Jacobson JCC Jewish Community Alliance Jewish Silicon Valley THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF THE NORTH SHORE INC Memphis Jewish Community Center Alper JCC Miami Miami Beach JCC Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center New Orleans JCC Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh JCC San Diego Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC of Staten Island Kaplen JCC on the Palisades JCC MetroWest York JCC JCC Greater Boston JCC of Greater Albuquerque

Meet 5 of the athletes that will represent Team San Jose at the upcoming #JCCMaccabiGames in Detroit. We cannot wait to see them showcase their talents! 🏅🏆 Blake Ostilly is excited to be joining Team San Jose for the second year in a row. He is looking forward to being a player on the 14U baseball team. Dylan Lange is ready for his second year with Team San Jose and will be playing on the 14u baseball team at this year’s Maccabi Games. Hannah Sherman is beyond excited to return to Maccabi Games to represent Team San Jose in girls soccer. Luke Lange will be playing on the 14U soccer team and is excited about his first Maccabi Games experience. Ethan Mutchnik is excited to participate in his second Maccabi Games. Ethan will once again represent Team San Jose by doing Sport Broadcasting.

Paris won’t be the only place for top athletes this summer. As she has for the last 15 years, Jewish Silicon Valley COO, Diana Schnabel-Arevalo, will soon hop on a plane with some of San Jose’s top Jewish athletes for the #JCCMaccabiGames.

Jewish Silicon Valley CEO, Daniel Klein, will briefly discuss our collaboration around security in Santa Clara County and JSV’s allocation of over $250,000 for added security to local Jewish institutions.

Final Days to support the Jewish Family Services of Silicon Valley Equipped to Learn Back-To-School Drive! Equip students for the 2024-2025 school year with the supplies, clothing and shoes they need to succeed. Your donations can make a big difference in ensuring every student is ready to learn. Join us in supporting our community’s students by donating today! Visit https://lnkd.in/gz3pz2eS to donate today! 🎒 📒 ✏

We are announcing a new chapter of exciting changes and growth. As of July 1, 2024, JCRC Silicon Valley, the community relations arm of Jewish Silicon Valley, will be integrated into the regional work of JCRC Bay Area. https://conta.cc/3VTnqct

A Message from our COO, Diana Schnabel-Arevalo Creating a community of belonging (Kehillah), and providing a safe and welcoming place for everyone to feel connected, supported, and happy (Hachnasat Orchim) is one of our top priorities at Jewish Silicon Valley, and one of my personal areas of passion. https://conta.cc/3XEbZry