Jewish United Fund of Chicago
The Jewish United Fund (JUF) is Chicago's central Jewish federation, funding and connecting a network of 70+ agencies to serve Jewish life locally and globally.
Upcoming Events
RSJ Happy Hour 2026
Join YLD’s RSJ (Russian-Speaking Jews) Committee for a Happy Hour! Grab a drink and mingle with other RSJs in the city. This event is for young adults who are 22-39. If you are not 22-39,...
Fall LEADS 2026 Session 4
This unique series attracts hundreds of young adults each year by offering an introductory exploration of the Chicago Jewish community and contemporary issues in a relaxed, social setting. Small groups organized by age and location...
Volunteer with YLD and TOV
Pitch in with YLD and TOV to pick up litter and tidy the streets around Armitage and Halsted in Chicago.
YLD Yoga Sculpt Class
A 60-minute yoga sculpt class to build strength, break a sweat, and meet new people.
Fall LEADS 2026 Session 5
This unique series attracts hundreds of young adults each year by offering an introductory exploration of the Chicago Jewish community and contemporary issues in a relaxed, social setting. Small groups organized by age and location...
Adamah’s ReTreat Yourself! FREE R&R RETREAT for Jewish Communal Professionals at OSRUI
A free restorative retreat for Jewish communal professionals featuring rest, creativity, song, and community-building at OSRUI.
JUF Professionals Network Real Estate & Financial Services Dinner
An evening bringing together seasoned and emerging professionals in real estate and finance to connect, collaborate, and strengthen our Jewish community.
Fall LEADS 2026 Session 6
This unique series attracts hundreds of young adults each year by offering an introductory exploration of the Chicago Jewish community and contemporary issues in a relaxed, social setting. Small groups organized by age and location...
Shul Shuffle with YLD and Mishkan
Browse Judaica and local artwork at a Hanukkah Art Market, then settle into Friday night Shabbat services with light snacks and drinks. For young adults ages 22-39.
JPN Bagels & Business
Join the JUF Professionals Network for a morning of speed networking! Participants will meet a variety of professionals in a timed and curated setting. Light kosher breakfast provided.
30s Happy Hour
A night out in the city for Jewish young adults in their 30s, with time to mingle and a drink included with entry.
Fall LEADS 2026 Session 8
This unique series attracts hundreds of young adults each year by offering an introductory exploration of the Chicago Jewish community and contemporary issues in a relaxed, social setting. Small groups organized by age and location...
Suburbs Winter Sip & Social
Grab a coffee and connect with fellow young adults at a casual Deerfield meetup.
YLD’s Big Event Fundraiser 2026
Join us for an unforgettable night at this year’s Big Event Fundraiser featuring a mind blowing performance from Oz “The Mentalist” Pearlman. The night includes a pre-party with food and drinks, and an after-party with...
Chai Tribe Matzah Ball
Kick off Chanukah with dancing, latkes, and drinks at the first North Suburban Matzah Ball in Deerfield, hosted by the Chai Tribe for 21+ guests in their 20s and 30s.
Learn Archery for Lag Ba’Omer!
Join the Joliet Jewish Congregation for its annual picnic and Lag Ba’omer celebration! Archery lessons for all ages will be provided by Strictly Archery beginning at 11am. ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND! Please RSVP to...
Past Events
Job Openings
Project Coordinator, Facilities
Jewish United Fund of ChicagoNonprofit Planning Associate
Jewish United Fund of ChicagoIntern
Jewish United Fund of ChicagoSenior Associate Vice President, Community Planning Initiatives
Jewish United Fund of ChicagoExecutive Vice President, Chicago Board of Rabbis (Part-Time)
Jewish United Fund of ChicagoDirector of Engagement, Northwestern Hillel
Jewish United Fund of ChicagoAssistant Director for Hillel, Urbana-Champaign
Jewish United Fund of ChicagoAbout Jewish United Fund of Chicago
The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF), also known as the Jewish Federation of Chicago, is one of the largest not-for-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois and serves as the central address of Chicago’s Jewish community. Since 1900, JUF has worked to give voice to the community and ensure that necessities are provided for its most vulnerable members, including children, immigrants, the poor, the elderly, and the disabled.
JUF funds and coordinates a network of nearly 70 partner agencies and programs that deliver food, refuge, health care, education, and emergency assistance to hundreds of thousands of Chicagoans of all faiths, as well as millions of Jews around the world, including in Israel and countries of the former Soviet Union. The organization brings together philanthropy, community relations, and Jewish engagement under one roof, supporting everything from human services and Jewish education to advocacy and young leadership development.
Beyond fundraising, JUF offers a wide range of engagement opportunities for the Chicago Jewish community, including a Young Leadership Division, Women’s Philanthropy, a Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), congregational partnerships, and programming for teens, young families, and young professionals, making it a hub for both philanthropic giving and community connection.