As antisemitism surges and Israel faces mounting challenges on the international stage, a new group is stepping forward to speak out: Alumni of Masa programs from across the years are emerging as some of Israel’s most effective advocates abroad. The new 2025 Masa Changemakers List is made up of graduates of Masa programs who are leading the fight for truth around the world.
Over the past two years, UJA-Federation of New York has allocated $300 million to support and assist Israeli citizens. As he prepares to step down as CEO on June 30, 2026, Eric S. Goldstein reflects on the mobilization of American Jewry and shares his views on the heroic and inspiring young generation in Israel. “There’s potential here for a ‘great generation’ that will produce leadership and shared responsibility,” he says.
From social activists to entrepreneurs and journalists, these distinguished Masa alumni are reshaping communities and driving innovation across the Jewish world and beyond.
Behind every wounded Israeli soldier stands a family swept into a storm of hospital visits, financial strain, and uncertainty. The UJA-Federation of New York, which supports IDF veterans, is also extending a hand to spouses, children, and parents, proving that successful rehabilitation depends heavily on the strength of the support network. “The feeling that you’re not alone is a lifeline.”
On average, each Masa fellow spends nearly seven months in Israel – a significant period that fosters deep and meaningful connections with the country and its society.
Legal reforms in Germany and Austria are offering a path home to descendants of Jews who fled Nazi persecution. In this guide, Decker, Pex, Levi - immigration law firm, explain how to restore lost citizenship, secure a second European passport and reconnect with a history once taken from their families.
As the new school year begins, schools in the Gaza Envelope still struggle with the deep trauma of October 7. The UJA-Federation of New York has invested millions of dollars over the past year not only in recovery efforts, but also in transforming the area into a national model for education. “This is not just another therapeutic soccer club – it’s something entirely different.”
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A year ago, a devastating rocket attack struck Majdal Shams, killing 12 children. Many of them witnessed the horrific event; an entire community was left in shock. The UJA-Federation of New York stepped in to offer support. Itzik Shmuli, UJA's Director General in Israel: “our relationship with Majdal Shams didn’t start with that rocket, and it won’t end with it. Fate has bound us together.”
In the wake of the devastating loss of life and damage in Beersheba last month, the UJA-Federation of New York stepped in to offer financial support. Itzik Shmuli, UJA’s Director General in Israel: “We were there as soon as we could to help”. Soroka Medical Center chief warns: “A fortified ward isn’t a luxury - it’s a matter of life and death”