Keshet Chronicles

The Camper-Counselor Bond

Ben knew this summer would be different, but what he didn’t expect was to have one of the best times he’s ever had at Keshet Teen & Tween Camp. One of the reasons for his success is everything that his counselor, Jeremy, is doing to let Ben know that he is always looking out for him.

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A New Look for Keshet

A letter from Jennifer Phillips and Michelle Friedman introducing Keshet’s new branding to the community.

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Getting Back to Work

Supporting people to return to work is the next phase of Keshet’s work during the pandemic.

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GADOL Matzah Recipe

GADOL took on the challenge of making matzah from scratch.

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Keshet Adds an A & B to JDAIM

Jewish Disability, Awareness and Inclusion month should shine a light on other important features in our community — Advocacy and Belonging.

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Let’s Hit the Road

All of Keshet’s programs are making the most of visiting far-off destinations through virtual travel and tours.

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Doing Good for Keshet

Our community is keeping their spirits up during the pandemic by hosting fundraisers for Keshet. We are so grateful (and proud) to be the recipients of funds from these four projects.

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Keshet Adults Prepare for Election

Keshet’s Adult Programs, GADOL and MY Life, have offered programs focused on how participants can VOICE THEIR CHOICE.

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Sharon Frankel Retires After 38 Years of Service

Sharon Frankel has been a constant presence at Keshet since the organization’s earliest days.

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Annual Membership Meeting 2020

The following is adapted from the presentation given by Jennifer Phillips, Acting CEO, at Keshet’s Annual Meeting on June 28, 2020.

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Proud of Our Differences

I’ve never looked at my brother as being “different,” only as my big brother. But as i’ve grown older, I’ve had the chance to see him through the lens of my friends and colleagues who had never met someone with special needs before.

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Building Blocks of Inclusion

All preschoolers benefit from inclusive classrooms by encouraging empathy, improved social skills and acceptance differences. These are big lessons for our youngest students with impacts to last a lifetime.

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