2011

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Website: jewsinallhues.org 
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Venture Description

Jews in ALL Hues is a peer-led program that provides a safe space for people from interfaith families to explore their identities as mixed heritage Jews. Many have felt they had to conceal part of their identity to be accepted, while some have never felt embraced as “authentic Jews.”. We provide an opportunity to feel accepted as a whole person and a part of the multi-cultural tapestry of the Jewish People along with educational initiatives.

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Jews in ALL Hues Co-Founder Jared Jackson has been on a journey to understanding what it means to be a Dual Heritage Jew in today’s world. Both his passion for music and creating a truly inclusive Jewish community has strengthened his ties to not only the Jewish people, but all who share Dual Heritage. Due to this resolve, Jared received the ROI Grant (2010) and Charlie Award (2008) from CLI and Lynn Schusterman.

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Website: welcome2yourhome.org
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Through the use of conflict resolution and open communication tools, Welcome to Your Home strives to bridge the gap that often grows between those who choose a different Jewish path and their loved ones, thereby upholding one of the most important Jewish values “shalom bayit” (peace at home).

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Jonathan is currently a graduate student at Gratz College. In May 2011, Jonathan will graduate with a Master of Arts in Jewish Education as well as a Master of Arts in Jewish Communal Service. As a part of his studies, Jonathan is interning in the Development Office at Gratz College and is also interning at the winter office of Camp Ramah in the Poconos.

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ReJewvenation intends to improve the health of Jews in a completely and uniquely specific way. Forgetting all of the confusing information surrounding health and fitness, the venture draws clearly and directly from our traditional writings and teachings on how to be a healthy Jew. We follow these in order to lead a life full of goodness in all areas, and health should be no exception.

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Kyle attended American University in Washington, D.C. for his undergraduate degree in Health Promotion, and received his Masters degree in Exercise Science from George Washington University. Kyle has acquired 10 years of fitness experience, and is also pursuing an education in medicine. Kyle cannot wait to apply his education for health and wellness to Philadelphia’s Jewish community.

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Website: www.cafeolamphilly.org
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Cafe Olam is a non profit venue that serves as a world cafe; integrating arts, music, a locavore menu of ethically kosher food and drink, and community fostered social and social action programming.

Cafe Olam offers a relaxed, non-coercive environment conducive to formal and informal Jewish connections, and opportunities for leadership and networking. For young adults, the model of Cafe Olam promotes the reclamation of Jewish identity on their own terms.

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An Austin, Texas transplant, Laurel Klein comes to Philly with her partner (Rodeph Shalom Rabbi) Eli Freedman. With an MSW from UT and Jewish Non-Profit Management from HUC, experience in event planning, Jewish environmental education and many years in food service, Laurel aims to synthesize her passions to promote sustainable community that combines culture, the environment, and Judaism. Laurel and Eli live in Graduate Hospital where they brew, play ukulele, cook and enjoy local brewpubs.

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Website: wellhealingarts.com
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Deep Breath Baking gathers inspiration from the Jewish practice of preparing challah bread for Shabbat. Weaving in yoga practice and philosophy, the workshop offers an experience with a simple, universal message: rest is in the recipe. Deep Breath Baking warmly welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences to benefit from these wise (and delicious) traditions.

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A Philly native and avid traveler, Michal loves exploring other cultures and sharing her own. She is an experienced educator, dynamic facilitator, and certified yoga teacher with a penchant for combining seemingly unrelated things.