Experiential Engagement

Counters anti-Israel campaigns, such as by arranging delegations for Presbyterian Church clergy to Israel to prevent divestment, and reports on major Israeli legislative developments and large-scale public demonstrations to inform and shape public opinion.

Runs the “Why Israel?” Pastor-Educator Seminar program to educate Christian pastors and educators as grassroots opinion-makers, fostering deeper understanding of Israel within faith communities.

Conducts live and virtual parlor meetings that connect U.S. communities with Israel through shared interests such as art, current events, faith, food, literature, and educational tours of kibbutzim and Jerusalem. These include Zoom-streamed events and feature professional tour guides and themed discussions, such as on water conservation technologies.

Organizes high-profile annual events such as Israel Day at the New York Stock Exchange and ceremonial market openings at NASDAQ to strengthen commercial and cultural ties between the U.S. and Israel.

Conducts annual leadership delegations for U.S. business leaders, government officials, and professionals to promote professional development, educational exchange, and cultural understanding between Americans and Israelis. These delegations are carried out in cooperation with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and include participation by U.S. Attorneys General and other government leaders.

Launched a March 2020 initiative to distribute Israeli snack foods and goods to U.S. communities during the COVID-19 crisis, including weekly $500 donations to charities and food banks, alongside virtual webinars on health, wellness, and economic topics to maintain engagement with Israel.

Administers the Partners for Democracy Award, established in 1991, to honor champions and activists who promote democratic values and strengthen civic engagement.

Runs youth and student-focused exchange programs, including sending New York City high school students to Israel, facilitating exchanges for American and Israeli journalists, and supporting sports and educational exchanges between young athletes, coaches, and referees from diverse backgrounds.

Produces and publishes Chazak Magazine as a medium for distributing educational content on Jewish traditions and values to its community.

Provides seasonal support through the distribution of winter care packages to vulnerable individuals in the New York City Jewish community.

Organizes a variety of community-based events including holiday preparation workshops, men's learning nights, guest speaker series, family learning evenings, cultural concerts, heritage seminars, festivals, Torah talks, and inspiration nights to promote Jewish education and cultural continuity across age groups.

Hosts annual holiday events including Purim carnivals, Chanukah celebrations with menorah-building, Megillah readings for young professionals, and monthly challah bakes to engage the community in seasonal traditions.

Creates and publishes digital content on Jewish traditions and culture that has cumulatively received over 1.2 million views across platforms, including online videos and educational materials.

Delivers engaging, interactive educational content and activities on Jewish traditions tailored for children, teens, and adults through school-hour and after-school programs, cooking classes, and holiday-themed activities.

Organizes ongoing weekly programs and trips for thousands of teens focused on strengthening Jewish identity, pride, and engagement in religious and cultural learning. These activities are central to the organization's mission and are consistently referenced across multiple sources.

Runs weekly father and son programs designed to strengthen intergenerational relationships and shared learning within families.

Manages online platforms including two Facebook communities with a combined 775,000 followers and a YouTube channel dedicated to solution-focused content on science, health, and humanitarian innovation. Also publishes digital magazines—Tiny Dynamo and El Pequeño Dínamo—to support advocacy for Israel.

Produces and disseminates content highlighting Israel's technological, medical, scientific, environmental, and humanitarian advancements to build public awareness and support. Activities include publishing stories, producing short videos, and running digital advertising campaigns in major media outlets such as the New York Times, BuzzFeed, and Vice, reaching millions of readers and generating over 325,000 YouTube views.