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This past Sunday our teens in Social innovation ha

This past Sunday our teens in Social innovation had the opportunity to learn from some contemporary entrepreneurs whose businesses are having tremendous positive impact on the local Baltimore community. Thank you to Rabbi Jessy Dressin from Repair the World Baltimore, Dasia Kabia from Ice Queen Snowball Shop, and Thibault Manekin from Seawall Developers as they each shared how their businesses are making a difference, their own narratives of hustle and overcoming adversity, and how they made their dreams a reality. They had some great advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, the most important of which was the power of one step. "Just don't sit on your butt," they reminded the teens, "do something, anything, to get your project going, and that one step will lead to another and another and another." It is the same refrain the teens have been learning from every educator and business person the entire way through this program, from day one when Diana offered them Rabbi Tarfon's (2nd century CE) famous adage "you are note obligated to complete the task, but nor are you free to desist from it." @_icequeens @repink @thibault_manekin

#4Front #entrepreneurs

From the gridiron to the court, the diamond to the

From the gridiron to the court, the diamond to the front offices of professional sports organizations, African American Jews have left their legacy.
Check out these African American Jews who have dominated in sports: Jordan Dangerfield (Boo Steelers, but at least he’s a Towson alum!), Amar’e Stoudemire, Elliot Maddox (Go O’s!), and Koby Altman.

#4Front #BlackHistoryMonth #BHMSpotlight #Sports

Happy valentines day to all our 4Front family & fr

Happy valentines day to all our 4Front family & friends! Enjoy the day with your loved ones - especially yourself! 😉

#4Front #Valentinesday #selflove

Starting March 7 - FUN(d) will feature seven sess

Starting March 7 - FUN(d) will feature seven sessions spread throughout the three months and will focus our fundraising and allocation efforts toward community covid relief, giving participants the ability to respond to real time community needs.

Want to make a difference? Apply through link in bio!

Want to join our team? We're hiring! 4Front is cu

Want to join our team? We're hiring!
4Front is currently searching for a passionate, hard-working, motivated individual to join us as our Relational Engagement Program Associate. Help us spread the word and find the perfect addition to our team!
Learn more about position & apply through link in our bio!

Throughout history, music has played an integral r

Throughout history, music has played an integral role in both the Jewish and Black experiences in America. It often blends the unique elements of their respective cultures with contemporary events that artists live through. Music is also seen as a deep expression of the soul and a way to articulate things that can’t truly be expressed in words.
Above are (R-L) Sammy Davis Jr, Lenny Kravtiz, and Aubrey “Drake” Graham, three well known African American Jewish artists who have left, and continue to leave, a lasting legacy, in the music industry in a variety of genres. What’re some of your favorite songs by them?!

#BlackHistoryMonth #BHMSpotlight #music

Throughout last month, the Diller Teen Fellows put

Throughout last month, the Diller Teen Fellows put their leadership skills to the test by creating, planning, & executing a unique Shabbat experience for their cohort. This weekend, the Fellows’ hard work finally came to fruition!
Part of the program included a painting session, where the cohort was given a very open ended set of instructions. Therefore, by each Fellow interpreting them in their own way their paintings all turned out quite different. This was representative of how each person’s perspective is different & how clear and concise instructions are important!
Check out all of the amazing Diller artists! Whose painting is your favorite?!

#4front #Dillerteenfellows #shabbaton #leadership #creativity #teens #painting #perspective

Last night marked the beginning of our STAC Winter

Last night marked the beginning of our STAC Winter Pop Up Series - Lobbying 101 - How to talk to State Lawmakers. In order to understand advocacy, STAC teens defined it for themselves first. Check out what advocacy means to them!

What does it mean to you?!

#4Front #advocacy #government #passion #action #believing

Throughout the month of February, the United State

Throughout the month of February, the United States celebrates the incredible culture, contributions, and achievements by African Americans and their central role in US history.
In honor of Black History Month, 4Front wants to celebrate some of the incredible Jews of Color that have made profound differences in our lives!
Check back every Tuesday for a spotlight on some of these incredible Jews!
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHMSpotlight

Did you know today's a very special day? It's @sam

Did you know today's a very special day?
It's @sam.kahan birthday!
Happy birthday from all your 4Front family and friends - we wish you many more birthdays filled with smiles, laughter and loved ones (ok & gifts!).
We love you & are so grateful & happy you were born on this day! 🥰
#4front #birthday #specialperson

Happy birthday to the trees and a happy Tu B'Shvat

Happy birthday to the trees and a happy Tu B'Shvat to all our 4Front family and friends!

#4front #tubshvat #trees #fruit #growth

Know how to talk to State Lawmakers? In our STAC P

Know how to talk to State Lawmakers? In our STAC Pop-up Series we can teach you! NEXT WEEK we'll dive into the legislative process, policy issues & the process of lobbying for a bill. Don't miss your ticket to change!
To learn more & apply visit link in bio
#4front #change #lobbyforchange #makeadifference

In a recently survey, when asked who teens seek su

In a recently survey, when asked who teens seek support from first when stressed, upset, anxious, or experiencing mental health challenges, 79% said a friend! Equip yourself with the skills you need to identify and help a friend in crisis through this important training!
Register at https://www.geltcharitable.foundation/cteen/

Uh, is that a giraffe and Oscar the Grouch? Nope,

Uh, is that a giraffe and Oscar the Grouch? Nope, it's actually 4Front's new Co-Directors, Sam Kahan Strakes and Diana Solomon! As we’re sure you’ve heard, 4Front recently bid farewell to our beloved Executive Director Rabbi Dena Shaffer last month. Today, we are excited to officially announce that these two familiar faces will be stepping up as 4Front's new Co-Managing Senior Directors. We know 4Front is in great hands and will continue to thrive under their trusted leadership! #4Front #4FrontBaltimore #StaffUpdate #isitPurimyet?

What an incredible opportunity on Sunday to offer

What an incredible opportunity on Sunday to offer the virtual experience #FACTUALITY or over 70 TEENS as part of Teen Service Council and Jewish Volunteer Connection's #MLKDay of Service! The game was #engaging, #enlightening, and #inspiring for all of the teens involved. Shout out to Factuality founder and facilitator Natalie Gillard for a wonderful experience! And THANK YOU to all of our partners for helping us offer this incredible program: Elijah Cummings Youth Program, Baltimore Hebrew Congregation, Har Sinai - Oheb Shalom, Beth Israel Congregation, and Achshav! #FACTUALITYtheGame

Today, we honor and remember the life and legacy o

Today, we honor and remember the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. #MLKDay, a national day of service, is a day on, not a day off. How will you serve? #mlkday2021

Go Ravens! Show us your purple Friday spirit! #4Fr

Go Ravens! Show us your purple Friday spirit!
#4Front #Ravens #football #purplefriday

Baltimore’s Diller Teen Fellows had the opportun

Baltimore’s Diller Teen Fellows had the opportunity to learn more about sharpening their leadership skills and some of the essential “tools” that leaders have. They also completed a virtual escape room to test their ability to both lead and work together as a team!
#4Front #DillerTeenFellows #leadership

These words rung true then and they certainly ring

These words rung true then and they certainly ring true now. Yesterday was a challenging day to say the least as our Capitol and Democracy were under attack. We know you’re still processing and so are we. Whatever emotions you’re feeling are valid. Please know our 4Front staff are here for any teens who need someone to talk to, to listen, or lean on- just reach out

Meet Jack Gordon, a sophomore at McDonogh who like

Meet Jack Gordon, a sophomore at McDonogh who likes skateboarding, tennis, and 4Front programs, of course! Jack has taken advantage of 4Front’s short term program options participating in both this fall’s STAC Election Series and the current Social Innovation Fellowship Intensive. At 4Front, Jack likes “that we get to do meaningful activities while meeting new teens at the same time. With all of the 4Front programs I have been in, I have found that I always leave the program with useful information, important lessons, and some new friends.”

Things have been pretty difficult this year with COVID-19. Jack wants adults to know just how much stress teens are currently under, “with a combination of school, COVID, and friends, there is a lot going on in everybody's life.” He hopes adults and parents can be understanding, patient and “offer as much support as possible” to help teens through these challenging times. 4Front also wants teens to know we’re here for you too and together we’ll get through it! Thanks for being another awesome teen on the 4Front, Jack! #Findmeonthe4Front #teens #covid

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