JWB Jewish Chaplains Council

04/10/2026

04/07/2026

On April 9, 1917, the Jewish Welfare Board was founded to support young Jewish men joining the military as the U.S. entered World War I. Today, JWB Jewish Chaplains Council® continues to bring Jewish life to Jews in the military, their families, and veterans. In the same way, Jewish Community Centers of North America (JCCs)—the organization that grew from JWB’s roots—supports nearly 150 JCCs and JCC Camps in creating and nurturing Jewish life in communities across this continent. This is a fitting moment to recognize more than a century devoted to enriching Jewish life and to honor the Jewish men and women who serve in today’s U.S. military.

04/01/2026

Pesach is also known as Zman Cheruteinu (זְמַן חֵרוּתֵנוּ) the “Season of Our Freedom”. As we gather to celebrate, we are reminded, yet again, that freedom ain’t free. We hold dear and cherish all those who fight for our freedom; all those who may have their Seder far from home, family and friends; all those family members who will add one extra prayer to their Seder for the protection and safe return of our service members, their loved ones.

03/25/2026

Preparing for with Ch. Rabbi Alex Hamilton and Ch. Rabbi Chaim Roome.
Doesn’t get better than this. 😂

03/21/2026

Join us for a JWB Seder !

https://jcca.org/signature-programs-and-events/jwb/jwbpassoverevents/

03/20/2026

03/20/2026

“If I believe this calling is worth giving my life to, then I have to be willing to talk about it.”

Ch. Rabbi Scott Shalom Klein has added to his duties and is recruiting Army chaplains. He says “Serving as a Chaplain at Fort Bragg is about more than just a uniform; it is about standing with Soldiers in their hardest moments and ensuring they never have to walk alone. We have a responsibility to make sure the spiritual and moral strength of our Army remains in good hands for years to come.”

Thinking of becoming a chaplain in the U.S. armed forces?

Let us know!

Chaplain Scott Klein reflects on his ECAR experiences in sharing his Army story to help reach potential future chaplains.

03/17/2026

Happy to announce a new partnership, that is possible thanks to the generous support from the Marcus Foundation.
JWB has secured funds to support 5 teens from Jewish military families who would like to participate in the JCC Maccabi games in Kansas City.

These teens will have the opportunity to join 3,000 Jewish teen athletes from around the globe at the world’s largest Jewish youth sporting event. The JCC Maccabi Games offer Olympic-style sports competitions, including opening and closing ceremonies; travel; community service; social and cultural events; and opportunities to make friends and memories to last a lifetime.

Please help us find 5 Jewish teens from Jewish military families that will experience the magic of JCC Maccabi for FREE!

03/13/2026

For those wishing to send condolence letters to the families of the seven US Operation Epic Fury heros, who fell at the beginning of this month, the following channels are available:
Email: [email protected]. Explain that you wish to send condolence messages for families of soldiers from the command; PAO staff can forward letters to the appropriate casualty assistance channels. Hand written letters: Public Affairs Office 103rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)
225 E. Army Post Road
Des Moines, IA 50315

We will share more information as needed.

03/13/2026

Camp Pinemere Camp is one of the participating camps of Operation Summer Camp! Join this wonderful Jewish community today and become part of the Pinemere family. They still have availablity!
For more details visit https://jcca.org/signature-programs-and-events/jwb/operation-summer-camp-supporting-military-families/ or contact [email protected]

03/03/2026

JWB Jewish Chaplains Council® wishes you a joyous and lighthearted Purim!
ונהפוך הוא
v’nahafoch hu