The Natan Fund collaboratively supports innovative Jewish and Israeli initiatives worldwide, with a key focus on nurturing global Jewish connections and identity through its Peoplehood grantmaking.

The Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation is reimagining Jewish engagement by centering young adults' passions and values, fostering a sense of belonging to a unified Jewish heritage and purpose in a changing world.

The Jewish community, rooted in strength and unity, has historically addressed global and domestic challenges, fostering connections among its members and supporting initiatives to ensure the vibrant continuation of Jewish values and identity.

The Koret Taube Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood aims to rejuvenate Jewish consciousness globally, promoting multi-generational engagement in Jewish culture, history, and community life.

Amidst the rise of micro-philanthropy and individualized giving, large agencies like the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) have evolved their strategies to stay relevant, emphasizing the unique advantages they offer.

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Private philanthropy has played a pivotal role in enhancing Jewish identity and connection, showcasing the power of innovative, externally-evaluated programs to foster a sense of Jewish Peoplehood and cater to diverse community needs.

In a time when the bonds of Jewish peoplehood are weakening, the Jewish community grapples with how to foster a collective responsibility and curb a growing sense of entitlement, seeking ways to instill a shared identity.

European Jewry, post-Communism, has undergone a resurgence of identity, bridging historical challenges with new possibilities, but as discussions on Jewish Peoplehood advance, it's essential to recognize Europe's multifaceted Jewish communities as valuable contributors, not just numbers.

In a shifting landscape of Jewish identity, JHub's emphasis on universal social action offers a fresh model for Jewish engagement and peoplehood, as younger generations express their Jewishness by addressing global concerns rather than focusing solely on traditional ways of life.

Unconditional bonds among Jews and with Israel through educational initiatives is the AVI CHAI Foundation's main goal, striving to counteract increasing detachment while recognizing the need for a more global Jewish unity.

In this issue of the Peoplehood Papers, experts explore innovative strategies and perspectives for nurturing Jewish Peoplehood in the 21st century, responding to unique challenges and shifts in the modern world while aiming to sustain the collective Jewish identity.