The National Council of Jewish Women is a volunteer organization that has been at the forefront of social change for over a century. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW courageously takes a progressive stance on issues such as child welfare, women’s rights, and reproductive freedom.

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  • NCJW Urges the White House to Prioritize Women, Children, and Families in Budget November 14, 2024
    November 4, 2024 The Honorable Shalanda Young Director United States Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Dear Director Young, Since our founding in 1893, National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) has boldly imagined a world where women, children, and families are fully valued and… The post NCJW Urges the […]
  • National Council of Jewish Women Urges Congress to Take Action on Unfinished Business November 14, 2024
    As lawmakers returned to Washington, DC to complete their work during the remaining days of the 118th Congress, National Council of Jewish Women sent this letter urging Congress to utilize the lame-duck session to fill every vacancy on our federal courts with equal justice judges and to pass key legislation… The post National Council of […]
  • Abortion access: “Reproductive freedom is a Jewish value” November 12, 2024
    Originally published by Jewish Telegraphic Agency, excerpt from “We asked Jewish leaders about their priorities under a second Trump term” November 10, 2024 By Sheila Katz, CEO of National Council of Jewish Women These are fraught times. For women, children, and families everywhere – our rights and our lives are… The post Abortion access: “Reproductive […]
  • NCJW on Missouri’s Amendment 3 November 5, 2024
    Originally published by The Kansas City Jewish Chronicle October 23, 2024 By Ellen Alper and Phyllis Langsdorf, National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis So much is at stake. Our vision of a just, safe and equitable democracy hangs in the balance in this upcoming election. Nowhere is this clearer… The post NCJW on Missouri’s […]
  • Florida’s Jews Are Anxious About Election Day, but Not for the Reason You’d Think November 4, 2024
    Originally published by Haaretz November 1, 2024 By Ilene Prusher BOCA RATON, Florida – On the eve of a too-close-to-call U.S. presidential election, America is awash in political anxiety. But in the state that’s home to one of the country’s largest Jewish electorates, it’s not just the Harris vs. Trump… The post Florida’s Jews Are […]

COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE

Dear Members, 
I am proud to be taking on the role of Grants Committee Chair.
Our Section awards small grants, not to exceed $500, to local organizations whose programs serve the needs of women, children and families.
If you know of a worthy organization in our area, you can suggest that they fill out a grant request. 
Click the link below to get the application.  
 To be eligible, a group must qualify as an IRS 501(c)(3) organization.
Feel free to contact me at gervert@verizon.net or (215) 402-0887 with any questions.

Gerrie Greene

What We Do

SERVICE

ADVOCACY

EDUCATION

We Support  The Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center

COMMUNITY
Our members join a motivated and fun collective of thoughtful women connecting with each other and learning together as a community of progressive changemakers.
POWER
Leveraging our presence in Washington and our thousands of members across the country, we have the people power to get things done from the State House to the White House.
EXCELLENCE
We get it right and deliver quality in everything we do. Our founder Hannah G. Solomon’s vision and commitment were legendary and her high standards live through our actions.
INCLUSION
Acceptance is threaded through everything we do, from the simplest email to the largest rally. Every person is included and respected.
RESULTS
We make change happen. 125 years of driving social change is rooted in our faithbased mission of justice for all. Our winning team of innovative leaders and creative strategists influence decision makers and create lasting change.
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NCJW Greater Philadelphia Section
1231 Highland Ave
Fort Washington, PA 19034
BY EMAIL:
ncjwpresidium@ncjwphiladelphia.org
BY PHONE:
215-302-3586
Website manager:
Mal Gran
mal@ncjwphiladelphia.org