Women's Philanthropy

Wonder Woman - Elyse Marsh

Throughout the years, Elyse Marsh attended many CJP events and programs, mostly through invitations from her friends. But, it was her participation on the 2013 Women’s Philanthropy Mission to Israel that truly solidified her own personal connection.

“I made so many wonderful friends and…

Wonder Woman - Lauren Korn

For Lauren Korn, it was her grandparents who inspired her to get involved in the Jewish community.

“They spent much of their time in their retired years in Florida giving back to their temple, Hadassah, and many other organizations that they believed in,” she says. “I always wante…

Wonder Woman - Helene Gelber

Helene Gelber began her journey with CJP when she joined the staff after graduating from college. Most of us don’t remember our exact start dates, but hers nearly coincided with one of the darkest days in American history.

“Having started on September 12, 2001, I immediately felt the wa…

In the Community - July 2017

Summer started in a big way for 40 local young adults who recently spent 10 days in Israel on one of CJP’s post-college Birthright Israel trips.

Highlights of the trip included visiting Boston’s sister city of Haifa, taking a Graffiti Tour in Tel Aviv, spending time at Masada and the De…

Wonder Woman - Corinne Morahan

When she moved to Boston from New York City in 2011, Corinne Morahan turned to CJP to meet new people and connect to the community.

“When I first became involved with CJP, the most rewarding parts were meeting and learning from amazing and inspiring women, and attending fun and meaning…