Young Adult Division (YAD)

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The Minnette and Jerome Robinson Family Young Adult Division (YAD) is the home for an inclusive, vibrant, energized, Jewish young adult community! YAD engages young adults and professionals ages 22- 45 through social, educational, cultural & philanthropic programming that enriches lives, connecting us to our Jewish roots while building a Jewish future.

Fact Sheet – YAD

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YAD is a division of the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston and a proud beneficiary of the Federation’s Annual Campaign. Your support helps strengthen our community and makes possible the wide range of engagement and programming we offer.

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The Young Adult Division (YAD) Advisory Committee is a dedicated group of volunteer leaders who help shape the vision and direction of YAD. Committee members serve as ambassadors for Jewish young adult engagement in Houston, providing insight, ideas, and support to help create meaningful opportunities for connection, leadership development, philanthropy, and Jewish community involvement

YAD Chair:

Orel Shoham

Committee Members:

Julia Bernstein

Alex Brown

Micah Friedman

Rachael Hunt

Alexander Lawson

Corey Lipschutz

Rachel Melloul

Samantha Wertheim

Lexi Zager

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WhatsApp group, Facebook Group, and sign up to receive emails from us. In addition, follow the Federation Instagram page to catch YAD event highlights, connect with our vibrant community, and celebrate the moments that bring us together.

QUESTIONS ABOUT YAD?

Please contact our YAD Associate Jamie Rubenstein

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“My family has long been dedicated to fostering connections among young people who share common interests and passions. It’s incredibly exciting to grow this vision through the expansion of our program while also honoring the inspiring legacy of our parents, Minnette and Jerome Robinson.”

– Mindy Robinson Brown

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