If you're one of the more than *600* people attending the JFN 2025 International Conference, we're looking forward to seeing you in a few days!

With our friends and partners, we’ve worked to create an engaging and thought-provoking program that will help address the issues we face. And like every JFN Conference, this is a celebration of philanthropy, a moment of taking stock of the many achievements of our community and gaining the energy to tackle the many challenges ahead. Like everything we do at JFN, this conference is a collective endeavor that emerges from the interaction of our members and your desire to meet, share, and learn.

Make sure to download the conference app (search JFN 2025 on the Apple App Store or Google Play)and log in before you arrive. You will want to have notifications enabled, so we can alert you of any last-minute changes during the conference. Staff will be on hand to help with any issues.

For those who are not attending, we will miss you at the Conference. Follow along on Facebook, Linkedin, and Bluesky and get a small taste of the conference.

In our newest episode episode, we hear from Dr. Jeffrey Solomon, a towering figure in Jewish philanthropy whose impact has shaped the field for decades. As Senior Advisor to Chasbro Investments and former President of the Andrea and Charles Bronfman Philanthropies, Jeff’s influence has extended across Canada, Israel, and the United States. He’s played a pivotal role in transformative initiatives like Birthright Israel and has been a trusted partner to some of the most influential funders in Jewish life.

Jeff reflects on his remarkable journey—from growing up as the child of Holocaust survivors, to navigating a career that spanned public service, communal leadership, and groundbreaking philanthropy. He talks about the evolution of Jewish communal work, the challenges of funding structures, and the ethical dilemmas philanthropy faces today. Jeff shares candid insights on his partnership with Charles Bronfman, the founding of Birthright Israel, and the leadership lessons he's learned over his prolific career. We also explore the role of elders in community resilience and why innovation remains at the heart of sustainable philanthropy.

Take a listen.