BBYO – East Bay
A pluralistic organization, open to any Jewish teen in high school. Focuses on leadership and engaging teens in Jewish experiences.
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Teen Programs
Most JCCs and congregations have programs for youth and teens. Check the Congregations heading under Religious Life and the JCC heading under Agencies & Organizations.Jewish Youth for Community Action (JYCA)
A community where youth are given the chance to connect with other teens through life, community action, caring community and Jewish social justice values. It is a group of dedicated youth who act to make a difference in their communities.
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NCSY NorCal
NorCal NCSY provides programming for hundreds of local teens from diverse Jewish backgrounds. Our programs include weekly learning, monthly social events, and summer programs.
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New Frontier USY (United Synagogue Youth) and Kadima
Engages Jewish teens and preteens across Northern California (and Reno, Nevada). Provides opportunities for leadership training, community service, Israel advocacy and Jewish learning, while making friends and seeing the world.
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Chaverim – Sonoma County Teen Program
Provides teens in grades 8-12 with informal educational programs and leadership opportunities.
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Jewish Teen Foundation
High school students, passionate about helping those in need, run their own philanthropic foundations, fundraise/make grants while exploring Jewish values that motivate their work
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North American Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY)
Provides URJ-affiliated high school youth with leadership training, social-action opportunities, social activities, Israel trips and weekend retreats on a local, regional and national level.
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Rosh Hodesh and Shevet Achim
Moving Traditions' award-winning programs strengthen the self-esteem, leadership and Jewish identity of adolescents. Available at institutions around the Bay Area.
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JCFS’ YouthFirst
Program offers teens and pre-teens Jewish service learning and leadership skills including internships, training, volunteer opportunities, college and career preparation workshops and more.
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Bay Area Friendship Circle
Dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive community for children with special needs and their families, along with teen volunteers, through year-round programs plus summer and winter camps.
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BBYO – San Francisco & North Bay
A pluralistic organization, open to any Jewish teen in high school. Focuses on leadership and engaging teens in Jewish experiences.
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BBYO – Peninsula
A pluralistic organization, open to any Jewish teen in high school. Focuses on leadership and engaging teens in Jewish experiences.
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BBYO – Silicon Valley
A pluralistic organization, open to any Jewish teen in high school. Focuses on leadership and engaging teens in Jewish experiences.
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Club Z
ClubZ is a teen's place to learn about Israel, understand context of today’s headlines and make friends for life. Be proud and articulate Zionist with us.
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JCCSF Teen Programs
Engaging programs for middle school and high school students. Afterschool and weekend programs include dances, community service and leadership opportunities, LGBTQ activities, music, film, fitness and art.
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Diller Teen Fellows – San Francisco
Fellowship for 11th graders developing Jewish identity and leadership skills, community and Israel engagement, and pluralism. Includes workshops, retreats, and an Israel seminar.
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Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards
Recognizes 15 Jewish teens for exceptional community service/outstanding leadership in repairing the world with awards of $36,000 each. Nominations/ applications open in the fall.
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High School & Bridge Programs at JVS
JVS helps youth in San Francisco, ages 14-24, transform their lives by building skills through paid job experience.
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