Adult Groups and Affinities

Interested in:

YOUNG LEADERSHIP: The Young Leadership Division is a dynamic group of people - ages 25 to 45 - who are committed to building a stronger Jewish community in Greater Stamford, Israel and throughout the world through community involvement, education and fundraising. YLD offers many exciting ways to get involved and get connected, including: fun social events, stimulating educational programs, and fulfilling leadership positions.

(Contact: Sharon Franklin – Sharon@ujf.org)

AFFINITY GROUPS: You can connect with professionals in fields such as legal and real estate by joining one of UJF’s affinity groups.  Making personal connections to like-minded professionals at Affinity networking events can be invaluable to your professional life.  

(Contact: Sharon Franklin -Sharon@ujf.org)

WOMEN'S PHILANTHROPY: UJF Women's Philanthropy brings together women from across Stamford, New Canaan and Darien to maximize their collective power and make a profound impact on the future of our community. Women’s Philanthropy is for those dedicated to the continuity, connectivity and thriving future of our community and Jews all over the world.

(Contact: Diane Sloyer - Dianesloyer@ujf.org)

READING PARTNERS: Reading Partners are volunteers who make a commitment to read with students in grades K-3 once a week during the school year.  Our program offers a robust support system of training, workshops, literacy newsletters and volunteer support leadership at each school or community center.

(Contact: Lenore Fogel - ReadingPartners@ujf.org)