Sixth & I

Sixth & I

by | Mar 2, 2021

Sixth & I celebrates intersections—the unexpected places where Jewish and secular culture meet. Completed in 1908, the Sixth & I building—located on the corner of 6th and I streets in downtown Washington, DC—has undergone numerous transformations....
Leo Bernstein Jewish Academy of Fine Arts

Leo Bernstein Jewish Academy of Fine Arts

by | Mar 2, 2021

The Leo Bernstein Jewish Academy of Fine Arts, now in its sixth year, is an innovative Jewish Day School in Silver Spring. LBJA is a STEAM school with focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Music and Math in a small class environment. LBJA is responsive...
Chabad Lubavitch of the Maryland Region

Chabad Lubavitch of the Maryland Region

by | Mar 2, 2021

Though Lubavitch Chassidim had been living in Maryland since at least 1891 (the date of incorporation of the first Chabad synagogue) the modern presence and outreach work of “Chabad Lubavitch of the Maryland Region” began with the arrival of Rabbi Shmuel and Rochel...

Jewish Causes

by | Feb 25, 2021

Jewish Causes BFF Grantees The foundation seeks to strengthen the Jewish community of Washington, DC through its support of spiritual leaders, synagogues and community programs that educate Jewish children and adults and support the development of Jewish identity....

Arts and Culture

by | Feb 25, 2021

Arts &  Culture BFF Grantees The foundation is committed to celebrating cultural assets of Washington, DC and its surrounding areas. The portfolio includes support for museum activities, performing arts, art as a tool for literacy, and emerging artists who use...