In a night filled with enthusiasm and purpose, JELF’s Boca Raton gathering on November 14, 2023 proved to be a resounding success, fueled by passionate alumni hosts and speakers Ron Krudo and Eitan Ovadia, engaging discussions, and a collective commitment to breaking down barriers to education for Jewish students! . Ron Krudo, a former JELF […]
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JELF Loans $1.9 million in 2022!
Applications for financial aid for the 2023-24 School Year Open January 3 – April 30 December 31, 2022 – In 2022, JELF assisted a total of 396 students with $1,931,235 in interest-free loans! JELF qualifying applicants must be:• A permanent resident of FL, GA, SC, NC, and VA (excluding metro DC) (they can, however, attend […]
JELF Outshines Darkness, Literally! 12-7-22
By MARCIA CALLER JAFFE December 15, 2022, 10:27 am In the 146th Annual JELF meeting, the lack of electricity did not detract from tributes to the organization’s workers and volunteers, nor its extensive outreach for help. The Jewish Educational Loan Fund held its 2022 Annual Meeting on Dec. 7 at Temple Sinai with the one in a […]
Arielle B.
Originally from Richmond, Arielle is currently a junior at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA. With aspirations to become a psychiatrist, she is majoring in psychology and on track to graduate in 2023. Arielle participates in a Greek society on campus and volunteers for the local children’s hospital, the Red Cross and an organization […]
Richard Jacobson – 2021 Koonin Family Service Award Recipient
In 2021, JELF was proud to honor Richard Jacobson with JELF’s Steve and Eydie Koonin Family Service Award, which is presented to a member of the JELF Board who has shown exemplary commitment and leadership over the past 5 years. Mazel Tov, Richard!
2021 JELF Annual Meeting – 12-7-21
We hope you will enjoy JELF’s 2021 and 145th Annual Meeting, featuring remarks from outgoing Board Chair, Jane Aronoff, incoming Board Chair Rob Rickles, installation of Board & Officers by Dr. Judy Wolman, award presentation to Richard Jacobson…and more!
Marketwatch covers JELF on Shmita debt forgiveness (9/15/21)
Over the past couple of years, the idea of debt forgiveness — whether for student loans, medical, or rent debt — has gone from radical to relatively mainstream. But as many organizations touting broad-based debt relief will tell you, it’s not a new, revolutionary concept. In fact, it dates back (at least) all the way […]
AJT Spotlight Feature on JELF (7/19/21)
In each issue, the Atlanta Jewish Times graciously spotlights local non-profit organizations. JELF was proud to be featured in July 2021! How long has your organization been in Atlanta? 145 years! We’re actually one of the oldest, continually operating nonprofit organization’s int he state of Georgia. How do you cater to the younger members of […]
Cathys 20th JELF Anniversary – 4-1-21
On April 1, 2021, JELF celebrated longtime staff Member, Cathy Herman Miller, Chief Operating Office with a surprise Zoom party attended by over 70 different guests! This memorable occasion was toasted with champagne and many wonderful remarks made about our beloved Cathy, without whom JELF would not be the place it is today! Mazel Tov, […]
JELF helps students get an education during crisis (3/9/21)
Even before COVID, Joshua had been inspired by his family’s story and had made the decision to become a lawyer. It was important to him that others got the second chance his brothers never received. To achieve his career aspirations, he knew he needed to pursue a law degree; his challenge was to find the […]
Northeast Florida Jewish Life Writes About JELF (2/25/21)
In the first issue of “Jewish Life,” The Jewish Federation and Foundation of Northeast Florida included an article about JELF’s amazing 2020 year. Their article talks about how JELF loaned to 394 students last year and 12 were local to their area.
Article in the Boca Raton Observer about JELF (12/24/20)
The Jewish Educational Loan Fund is on a mission to help reduce the financial burden of students taking out loans so that they can pursue their higher education with full force. By offering interest-free loans, JELF serves as a last resort for students in desperate need of financial assistance to pay for crucial living and […]
2020 JELF Koonin Service Award – Emily Sauerteig – 12-2-20
In 2020 JELF awarded Emily Sauerteig with the Steve and Eydie Koonin Service Award, celebrating her leadership over a five-year period with the organization. During this time, Emily has served on numerous committees, including Co-Chairing JELF’s Loan Program and Loan Reviews for three consecutive years.
JELF Partners With the Bronfman Fellowship (11/12/20)
JELF and the Bronfman Fellowship recently joined forces to help educate more Jewish Students about JELF’s Financial Aid. The Bronfman Fellowship is an exciting academic experience for promising high school juniors who self-identify as Jewish, starting with a five-week, all-expenses-paid trip to Israel. With this partnership, JELF will let students in our 5-state region and […]
JELF’s Game Night is a Success – 12/23/20
On October 22nd, JELF held a Game Night for Jewish Young Professionals. Over 30 people logged in to play different games, laugh and share a little time together. Attendees came from as far away as Madison, Wisconsin and Syracuse, New York as well as around JELF’s region of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and […]