Mix, Mingle, Make an IMPACT

Welcome to the Young Adult Division of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey! For young change-makers in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Connect with us to strengthen your Jewish identity, network, and make new friends along the way. We are looking forward to getting to know you!

Our Leadership

CHAIR

Daniel M. Kukainis, CFP®
MANAGING PARTNER | CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ at Schwartz Financial Associates, Inc.

A Message from Dan Kukainis - YAD Chair

We are planning exciting events this year to engage with our Young Adult Jewish community here in South Jersey.  If you would like to get involved, attend any events, or have any questions, please reach out to us at yad@jfedsnj.org.

 

YAD Board

Aaron Sauer

Erika Kaplan

Becca Weiss

Nate Dorfman

Lindsey Curewitz

Emily Cooper

Danielle Nachbar

Anna Moss

National Young Leadership Cabinet

Cabinet has exposed me to so many different possibilities for leadership. It has expanded my knowledge of global Jewry and the vast needs of the Jewish community. It made me realize the power of the collective, our ability to affect change and to have a positive impact for future generations.

Email YAD@jfedsnj.org for more information.

What is the National Young Leadership Cabinet?

The Jewish Federations of North America’s (JFNA) National Young Leadership Cabinet (“Cabinet”) cultivates, trains, and inspires the most promising young volunteers for positions of leadership in the Jewish community. Since its founding in 1963, NYL Cabinet has successfully attracted individuals who lead at the highest Jewish communal life levels.

Jewish values-based leadership and philanthropic development initiative, Cabinet engages highly dedicated individuals who embody the values of humility, authenticity, and integrity. Members have the opportunity to establish a peer group, network to share best practices, brainstorm, and troubleshoot community challenges, bringing their ideas and strategies home for growing NextGen engagement and deepening millennial commitment to Jewish Life and Federation.

Cabinet’s focus is to provide tools for participants to better themselves and their capacity as leaders through continued learning, reflection, and action – making the world a better place

Interested in Learning More?

NYL Cabinet is designed for passionate, committed, and driven individuals – range ranging from ye to addition to being nominated by a professional in their local Federation. Applicants must fill out an application stating why they want to participate in this program. All potential applicants should:
  • Demonstrate leadership or potential for leadership in their local community and be eager for future growth
  • Commit to making a difference through active leadership roles in their local community
  • Embody the Jewish values of tzedakah, Tikkun Olam, and Klal Yisrael
  • Make a minimum gift of $5,000 to the Annual Campaign in their first year, with meaningful increases each year thereafter.
  • Commit to the time necessary to participate in the experiences and opportunities offered by Cabinet energetically

5771 Past Events | 2020-2021

VIRTUAL PURIM PROGRAM

Drink Mix Demo

Hamentashen Demo

Virtual Costume Parade

5770 PAST EVENTS (2019/2020)

5769 Past Events | 2018-2019