Apply Now: LEADS 2025

LEADS is designed to introduce young professionals between the ages of 22-45 to the Young Leadership Division (YLD), the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, and the greater Jewish community. By participating in LEADS, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a cohort of young leaders who share your desire to become more involved in our strong Jewish community. Together, we will explore the ways you can most effectively put your skills, passion, and expertise into action in a volunteer, philanthropic, and leadership capacity.

LEADS participants will:

• Explore your personal strengths and develop leadership skills through a Jewish lens
• Delve into the vibrancy and vitality of Jewish Cleveland and the value you bring to the table, using the Federation system as a framework
• Build community and connect with other young professionals and senior leadership

LEADS meets weekly for five weeks in July and August from 6 - 8 pm:

• Session 1 – Thursday, July 31
• Session 2 – Thursday, August 7
• Session 3 – Thursday, August 14
• Session 4 – Thursday, August 21
• Session 5 – Thursday, August 28

LEADS is a great way to launch or continue to grow in your leadership journey. We hope you will consider applying.

Please SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION by June 15, 2025.

If the times above conflict with your schedule but you are still interested in participating, please contact Maddy Mizrachi, YLD Associate, at mmizrachi@jewishcleveland.org or 216-593-2900.