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Yoav Maoz is appointed as JEWISHcolorado's Senior Israeli Community Emissary, aiming to strengthen ties between Israel and the diaspora while sharing his experiences and values.

Nelly Ben Tal reflects on her impactful time in Colorado as the Shlicha, emphasizing community, belonging, lessons learned, and upcoming leadership transition.

The Secure Community Network is expanding threat management and information-sharing capabilities for Jewish communities in Colorado, Georgia, and Pennsylvania through partnerships with local Federations and law enforcement.

Neil Oberfeld will succeed Ben Lusher as Chair of JEWISHcolorado’s Board of Directors starting July 1, 2026, bringing extensive leadership experience and community engagement.

JEWISHcolorado's President & CEO Renée Rockford will transition from daily leadership by the end of 2026, remaining an advisor and supporting the Generations Endowment Campaign.

It’s more important now than ever to support the Jewish community and we hope this giving event created in the spirit of Tzedakah will strengthen and unite our statewide Jewish community.

JEWISHcolorado has awarded over $70,000 in 2026 Staenberg Anything Grants™ for various Jewish community projects, enhancing engagement and accessibility across Colorado.

JEWISHcolorado invites the community to Celebrate Israel 2026 on May 3 in Denver, honoring Israel's culture through music, food, and connection. Registration is required.

The Staenberg Anything Grants™ support local Jewish organizations in Colorado with one-time grants up to $5,000, fostering community projects and enhancing Jewish life.

The Jewish Community Relations Council will honor David Farahi at its March 11, 2026 luncheon, celebrating his impactful community leadership and advocacy efforts.

JEWISHcolorado Women’s Philanthropy will host CHOICES on January 27, 2026, featuring keynote speaker Juju Chang, honoring Lisa Mintz with the Golda Award.

With broken hearts, we at JEWISHcolorado mourn the brutal murder of 11 people at a Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia.

JEWISHcolorado honors Lisa Mintz with the Golda Award for her exemplary leadership and community service, including her tenure on the Board and philanthropic initiatives.

JEWISHcolorado and Temple Emanuel will co-host a gathering for the Jewish community to mark the return of the living Israeli hostages from Gaza. The event called “B’Yachad,” or “Together,” will take place on Sunday, October 19.

Following weeks of escalating harassment and threats, the Boulder chapter of Run for Their Lives announced this week that future walks will no longer be publicly advertised and will take place under heavy security at undisclosed locations.

Farewell to Last Year’s Shinshinim One year ago, JEWISHcolorado’s five Shinshinim arrived with high hopes for building connections between Israel and Colorado. Last week, they returned to Israel after a year of service and just before beginning the next chapter—serving in the army. Before they left, JEWISHcolorado spoke with them …

JEWISHcolorado, SCN, and ADL will hold a safety briefing on July 28, 2025, to address rising security threats for the Jewish community.

JEWISHcolorado announced today it has raised and allocated nearly $160,000 with support from more than 850 donors in the wake of the horrific firebomb attack in Boulder on June 1, 2025, that killed one person and injured 14 others.

The PJ Library hosts grassroots meetups for families, fostering community connections and celebrating Jewish culture, particularly through the recently initiated Global Playdate initiative.

JEWISHcolorado announced 16 recipients of the 2025 Staenberg Anything Grants, distributing $78,600 to support various Jewish community projects across Colorado by enhancing nonprofit organizations.

JEWISHcolorado is launching a Boulder Security Fund to raise $160,000 for enhanced safety, victim support, trauma resources, and addressing community needs after recent attacks.

To our Jewish Colorado Community: As the Jewish holiday of Shavuot is about to begin, our community is once again faced with news of a horrific terror attack – this time injuring multiple pro-Israel demonstrators in Boulder attending a Run for Their Lives gathering. The FBI says it is investigating …

Join young adults for a meaningful Shabbat gathering at Milk and Honey Farm, enjoying nature, community, and a potluck dinner on June 20.

On May 12, the Boulder JCC will host a program led by Rabbi Dr. Joshua Ladon, addressing ideological divisions in American Jewish communities and communal responsibility.

Lior Garzon, the first Israeli student-athlete at CU Boulder, reflects on her basketball journey and the supportive community during her college career.