Alumni | JELF

Learn about JELF Alumni paying it forward!

When former recipients give back, we grow stronger. Each year, more former JELF recipients begin to support current recipients.

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Career Services through Jelf

Whether looking for your first job or trying to find your next career opportunity, JELF's partner agencies proudly offer a multitude of live tools including job search, resume/cover letter, interviewing skills, LinkedIn -- and even one-on-one career coaching.

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jelf's impact

JELF has provided $16 million to Jewish students. We now have recipients living all over the world!

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because of you

With each repayment, JELF lends to other Jewish students in need. We proudly boast our 99% repayment rate - and sincerely thank you!

making marks: 2021 alumni newsletter (V1)

Please enjyo JELF's 1st Annual Newsletter, 2021 (v. 1): Making Marks! This newsletter features inspiring alumni stories, including words from Rob Rickles who has served as JELF's Board Chair and is about to do it again!

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making marks: 2021 alumni E-newsletter (V.2)

JELF's 2nd Alumni Newsletter: Making Marks! features inspiring alumni stories, including JELFie spotlights from UF student Eliana Coleman, artist Aaron Shaw and writer/film maker, Sam Dubin...plus more!

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We want to hear your story. Someone reading about your experience with JELF might lead to them to apply or donate!

Each year we have over 200 volunteers, many of who are former recipients, who give their time to help Jewish students succeed.

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Success Story

Tamir G.

“Going to college gave me my work ethic and being in charge of a research team taught me how to manage people. I owe it all to JELF. JELF was wonderful. Everything from the application on was easy and the people were so helpful. Now, I'm working toward my dream.”

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