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Strengthening Jewish life across Greater Boston

A thriving Jewish community doesn’t happen by accident. It requires intentional investment, coordination, compassion, and collective action. When you invest in CJP, you make our Jewish federation stronger. You’re powering our ability to identify gaps, direct resources, and strengthen the network of organizations that make Jewish life in Greater Boston flourish.

Building tomorrow together

For 130 years, CJP has done more than sustain Jewish life. We’ve helped it flourish. We multiply the impact of every gift, every volunteer hour, every act of care. By bringing together funding, expertise, and partnerships that no single organization could assemble alone, we turn individual commitments into full-scale, community-wide change.

Where community meets strategy

CJP works across three focus areas: a strong, safe community; Jewish life and learning; and Israel connection and rebuilding. Our big-picture perspective lets us see emerging needs early. Our on-the-ground presence and dedication to data-driven decisions means we know what’s actually happening in people’s lives.

Silhouetted group with arms linked in solidarity, reflecting the mission of Combined Jewish Philanthropies and its commitment to a safe, connected Jewish community in Boston.

A strong, safe, caring community

In crisis and in everyday moments of need, we make sure no one in the community faces challenges alone. We safeguard Jewish spaces, respond to threats, confront antisemitism, and ensure everyone has the essential support they need.

Child arranging Hebrew letter stickers, representing Jewish education initiatives supported by Combined Jewish Philanthropies in Boston.

Jewish life and learning

We’re a source for new and cherished ways for Jewish people in Greater Boston to grow, belong, and learn. We support all community members, whatever their life stage and however they express their Jewishness.

Row of Israeli flags displayed outdoors, symbolizing the connection to Israel and global Jewish life supported by Combined Jewish Philanthropies in Boston.

Israel connection and rebuilding

The bonds of Jewish peoplehood are unbreakable, and demand action, not just sentiment. Our support of Israel is rooted in forging connections: with Israeli innovators and with the new generations discovering what Israel means to them.

Community in action

10,530

individuals, families, and foundations that supported CJP in 2025

5,372

community members who attended CJP events

690

volunteers gave their time to CJP committees and task forces

4,776

adults in Jewish households surveyed for the 2025 Greater Boston Community Study

All statistics are based on internal data from Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP) and reflect the measurable impact of CJP programs and community initiatives.

Explore our impact reports

Scientific data gathering for empathetic understanding

Since 1965, CJP has surveyed the Greater Boston Jewish population every 10 years. This effort is unmatched: No other Jewish Federation has such a commitment to data gathering. With each survey, we learn more about the people in our community, their needs, and how they express Jewish culture, values, and faith.

The 2025 Greater Boston Jewish Community Study

The 2025 survey guides and grounds us as we work toward our vision. Data opens up new possibilities, empowering us to reimagine what Jewish life can be in Greater Boston.

Explore the 2025 data

Our leadership

Portrait of Rabbi Marc Baker, President and CEO of Combined Jewish Philanthropies, the Jewish Federation of Boston.

Rabbi Marc Baker

President and CEO

Leads CJP’s work to strengthen Jewish life in Greater Boston, Israel and around the world by building partnerships, mobilizing resources, and advancing innovative philanthropy.

Portrait of Aron Ain, Chair of the Board of Directors of Combined Jewish Philanthropies, the Jewish Federation of Boston.

Aron Ain

Chair, Board of Directors

Former CEO of UKG and longtime Jewish communal leader who guides CJP’s strategic direction and strengthens partnerships across the community.

Portrait of Matthew Sidman, Chair of the 2025 and 2026 Annual Campaign for Combined Jewish Philanthropies in Boston.

Matthew Sidman

Chair, 2025, 2026 Annual Campaign

Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Three Bays Capital who brings financial expertise and leadership to advancing CJP’s philanthropic impact.

Portrait of Michelle Black, Chair of the 2026 Annual Campaign for Combined Jewish Philanthropies, the Jewish Federation of Boston.

Michelle Black

Chair, 2026 Annual Campaign

Nonprofit leader and strategic advisor who supports Jewish organizations and leadership through her work in governance, education, and community engagement.

Meet CJP’s leadership team

130 years as Greater Boston’s Jewish federation

1895
Five Boston Jewish groups unite to form a federation.
1918
Funding begins for Jewish schools and teachers.
1940
Combined Jewish Appeal aids local families, refugees fleeing Nazis, and Israel.
1965
CJP pioneers data-driven study of the community.
2015
Anti-Poverty Initiative and Warmline begin.

Our collective impact

Strong, Safe, Caring, Community
“It's important for us to be talking about the needs for Jews to feel safe at work because belonging isn't automatic. It has to be intentional.”
Melissa Garlick
Melissa Garlick
Melissa Garlick
AVP, CJP's Center for
Combating Antisemitism
Melissa Garlick
Jewish Life and Learning
“Boston remains one of America’s most Jewish cities…and like other Jewish communities, it is rapidly shifting.”
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eJewish Philanthropy
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Israel Connection and Rebuilding
“For families facing unimaginable loss, CJP’s support is helping to provide a measure of stability in the midst of crisis.”
Lior Krengel,
Lior Krengel,
Lior Krengel,
CJP's Israel Director
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Donor stories
“CJP has a world-class team, top to bottom. Through CJP, we have found joy in Judaism and joy in giving. It fills our souls.”
Jeff Bussgang
Jeff Bussgang
Jeff Bussgang
CJP donor
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Messages from our leadership
“The challenges we face are real and daunting. Yet Jewish history and our Torah teachings offer hope and strength.”
Rabbi Marc Baker,
Rabbi Marc Baker,
Rabbi Marc Baker,
CJP's President & CEO
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Ready to make an impact?

We’re all responsible for one another. When you give to CJP, you strengthen the infrastructure that makes our entire community work. Your gift supports families in crisis, protects Jewish spaces in Boston, and strengthens the organizations that serve our community.