Next Gen
The next generation of Jewish leaders, shaping today and building tomorrow.
Young Jewish adults across Greater Washington are finding connection, purpose, and community with Next Gen.
Leadership Development
Grow your skills, expand your network, and discover how Jewish values can shape your leadership. These programs prepare the next generation to guide our community forward.
- NEXUS: An eight-session program for rising Jewish leaders in their 20s and 30s to build leadership skills, connect with mentors, and explore how Jewish values can guide your impact. Next cohort launches Spring 2026.
- Federation Next Gen Board: Next Gen Board members are young adults, ages 22-40, who are passionate about shaping Jewish life in Greater Washington.
- National Young Leadership Cabinet (NYLC): Cabinet brings together a national network of Jewish leaders ages 30–40 for deep Jewish learning, immersive travel, and high-level philanthropic leadership. Members commit to a minimum $5,000 annual gift and join a North American community of changemakers.
Philanthropy & Giving Circles
Experience the joy of giving and the power of collective impact. These opportunities bring young leaders together to shape Jewish life through philanthropy.
- Ben-Gurion Society (BGS): An exclusive community for Next Gen Leaders, age 40 and under, who contribute $1,000+ annually (or $84/month) to strengthen Jewish life. Members enjoy special events, leadership opportunities, and inspiring missions.
- Flash Philanthropy: Our signature one-night giving circle. Pool your resources, direct real dollars to local needs, and celebrate the power of giving together.
Next Gen Leadership
Jessie Heines Wolf, Vice President, Next Gen
Rachel Shuster, Co-Chair, Next Gen
Dan Rosenberg, Chair Emeritus
Program & Committee Chairs
David Weinberg and Michael Weinberg, Ben Gurion Society (BGS) Co-Chairs
Alexa Brown and Britney Wambold, Cabinet Co-Chairs
Alyssa Moskovitz and Becca Appel, Flash Philanthropy Co-Chairs
Sara Evangelista and Abby Steinberger, Nexus Co-Chairs
Libby Snyder and Joey Fink, Stewardship and Acquisition Co-Chairs
Hilary Bubes, Connection Co-Chair
Dani Wladis and Carly Recoon, Impact Co-Chairs
Federation’s Next Gen strategy strengthens relationships, fosters belonging, and empowers young adults in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to shape their Jewish journeys. We invest in organizations and programs that offer immersive experiences, innovative collaborations, and exposure to diverse perspectives, building a vibrant ecosystem for the next generation of Jewish life. Together, we are building a vibrant Jewish future by empowering young adults to lead, connect, and create meaningful community.
Portfolio Renewals
Continuing support for proven programs while adjusting funding to reflect alignment with new evaluation criteria:
- Strengthening community with NoVA Next Gen, GatherDC, $160,000
- Building connection through 30s Next Gen, GatherDC, $85,000
- Welcoming couples with Honeymoon Israel, Greater Washington DC, $125,000
- Expanding reach at Café Night / J Station, Mesorah DC, $20,000
- Deepening engagement with Next Gen Shabbat in NoVA, OneTable, $50,000
- Empowering young adults through Wisdom + Wellness, The Den Collective, $50,000
Data Collaborative Grants
Investing in research and innovation to understand young adult needs and strengthen engagement strategies across the region:
- Advancing insights with Gen Z Participatory Action Research Study, GatherDC, $15,000
- Expanding Community & Living Room Learning Groups, Hadar, $75,000
- Implementing Gen Z findings with OneTable DMV, OneTable, $50,000
- Creating Learning and Leadership Cohorts, The Den Collective, $50,000
- Expanding Interfaith Couples Workshops, Sixth & I, $50,000
- Launching Shabbat Clusters and Ambassadors 2.0, Edlavitch DCJCC, $45,000
- Onboarding New Data Collaborative Partners, incentive grants, $35,000
We’d love to connect and help you find your place in Next Gen.
Email Jeremy Frisch