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Young Professionals Division engages, educates and cultivates leadership to enhance Jewish life in St. Louis,
Israel and around the world through social action, philanthropy and community development.

Upcoming Events

Social Activism with a Jewish Twist
Thursday, April 15th 7:30pm Missouri History Museum.

Our second speaker in our series is Mark Hanis, the founder and president of the Genocide Intervention Network.  This program is a collaboration with the Holocaust Museum and Learning Center and the Anti-Defamation League.
RSVP to Stella at sbilbrey@jfedstl.org

Second Annual Roffman Family Day of Service
Sunday, April 18th 12–3pm at Hillel (6300 Forsyth)

We are collaborating with Hillel again for our Day of Service.  Open to all Young Adults in St. Louis (and family friendly).  More details and registration to follow.

'Social Activism with a
Jewish Twist': Genocide
Thurs., Apr. 15, 7:30pm @ Missouri History Museum

Get tips on how to combat modern genocide from
an expert; discuss its connection to antiSemitism.

Rubins & (Rubin)
Travelers Do Tea

The 2nd Rubin Israel Experience group
reunited to honor their hosts.

Rubin Israel Group
Visits StL Sister-City

The experience strengthens Jewish identity of
ten thirtysomethings who are in Israel for the
first time. // Photos.

Recent Events

February 20, 2010
YPD Rolls Out the Red Carpet Campaign Kickoff
Over 200 young Jewish adults came to the Randall Gallery on February 20th as YPD Walked the Red Carpet.  There were a lot of new faces that came to learn about Jewish Federation, YPD and to be a contestant in the Celebrity Costume Contest.  Rafi Nemes won the contest in his very good impersonation of Borat. Photos Here

February 3, 2010
YPD Happy Hour @ Boogaloo
A lot of new YPDers came out to the YPD Happy Hour at Boogaloo. A lot of great connections were made, and everyone is looking forward to seeing each other again at the upcoming Kickoff event. Photos Here!

November 24, 2009
YPD Campaign TU Event@Tricor Braun
Jewish Federation’s Young Professionals Division hosted a campaign appreciation event in the artistically elegant lobby of TRICOR BRAUN. The evening was an opportunity to thank everyone in YPD for giving a $100+ gift to the 2009 Jewish Community Campaign. Nearly 100 young adults also heard Staam, Washington University’s premiere Jewish a cappella group, perform.  Photos

July 22, 2009
YPD at Moonrise Hotel/Eclipse
Our 1st Happy Hour Under the Stars was a night to remember! Beautiful views of St. Louis were seen on top of the Moonrise Hotel as YPDers gathered for a great night socializing and learning about the Jewish community. Pics!

May 21, 2009
YPD at Sub Zero Vodka Bar
The temp. was hot, but YPD was cool at Sub Zero Vodka Bar in the Central West End.  A lot of new people came out to kickoff summer with us.  Everyone had a great time. Photos

April 5, 2009
Roffman Family Day of Service
A collaborative event between Hillel, GesherCity and YPD. 100 young adults came out to volunteer at 10 different community organizations. Their gift of time to the St. Louis community made a real impact! See photos.

March 15-17, 2009
North American Young Leadership Conference
There are few better places to put tikkun olam (repairing the world) into action than New Orleans. Over a 3-day period, 8 people from St. Louis joined 600+ young Jewish leaders in the Big Easy to — repair — for this year’s national United Jewish Communities’ NOLA New Orleans, La. Young Leadership Conference.
See photos  //  Coverage on ABC News!

The YPD Archive
For past events, commentaries and pictures. Appreciate YPD!


For more details about these programs or to join a planning committee: contact Geryl Rich at grich@jfedstl.org or (314) 442-3806
About YPD :
YPD is for Jewish men and women in their 20s and 30s.  YPD works to make and strengthen Jewish connections and create opportunities for young Jews to become involved in the Jewish community and in Jewish Federation. Activities include direct service projects, social programs, leadership development, educational programs and meaningful Israel experiences. YPD holds a seat on Federation’s board of directors.
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Contact YPD

Call or e-mail Geryl Baer for more info at gbaer@jfedstl.org
or (314) 442-3806

Get Involved!

Join a planning committee! e-mail
Geryl Baer at gbaer@jfedstl.org

Photos from recent trips:
Young Leaders Mission to Israel
Young Leaders' Tel Aviv 1 Conf.
Winter Family Mission to Israel

For info about travel opportunities contact Geryl Baer at gbaer@jfedstl.org

YPD Gift Levels

Kol Yom
Kol Yom means “every day.” Open to young leaders who contribute $365 or more to Jewish Federation's annual community campaign. This society provides a meaningful stepping stone for YPDers as they engage with the community and inspired to increase their gifts. Special Kol Yom recognition efforts are planned through YPD.

Chazak
Chazak means “to be strong.” The Chazak Society is open to young leaders who contribute $500 or more to the Federation annual campaign - or YPD'ers whose fundraising efforts result in $500 or more in increases during a campaign year. This society helps strengthen the Campaign, YPD and young leadership in the Jewish community. Special Chazak Society events are organized throughout the year.

Ben Gurion Society
Donor recognition program for individuals ages 25-45 who make a minimum individual gift of $1,000 to Federation's annual campaign. BGS members are actively helping SHAPE our communities. Step up and join us today!