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The Search for the Next Big Jewish Idea
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About the Campaign
Ideas Rooted in Community
The Next Big Jewish Idea invited members of the Jewish community in Greater Los Angeles and beyond to propose ways to strengthen Jewish life. Discover how a Jewish yoga series can bring mindfulness and connection to community life. A Jewish yoga series for mindful community life Anyone could sign up with an email address and zip code to submit or vote on ideas, which were then organized into categories and reviewed by a panel of judges.
How It Worked
Submit, Share, Vote
Community members could browse ideas by category, follow a finalists leaderboard shaped by voting, and read judge profiles outlining how submissions were evaluated. The campaign's official rules set out eligibility and the submission process, and a privacy policy explained how personal information was handled.
A contact form let visitors ask questions, leave comments, or update a previously submitted idea, and the campaign kept its community connected through Facebook and Twitter.
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Where to Look Next
The campaign's pages covered its mission, its participants, and its process from submission to finalist.
About the Search
The mission behind the campaign and how the Federation shaped the process.
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Questions or Comments
Use the contact form to ask a question, leave a comment, or update a previously submitted idea. Fields include email address, first name, last name, zip/postal code, and message.
| Category | Focus |
|---|---|
| Engaging Our Community | Ideas to bring people together |
| Ensuring the Jewish Future | Ideas for long-term Jewish continuity |
| Caring for Jews in Need | Ideas addressing community welfare |
The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles launched a community-driven campaign rooted in the belief that the strongest ideas come from the people themselves. This initiative invited members of the Jewish community to propose, share, and vote on concepts that could strengthen Jewish life, ensuring a vibrant future for generations to come. By opening the floor to anyone with an email address and a vision, the campaign tapped into a wide range of perspectives, from young families to seasoned leaders. The result was a rich tapestry of proposals reflecting the diverse needs and aspirations of a dynamic community, all working toward a common goal of connection and continuity.
At the heart of this campaign was a simple but powerful question: what is the next big Jewish idea? Participants were encouraged to think boldly about how to engage those who feel disconnected, care for Jews in need, and build a sustainable foundation for Jewish identity. Ideas ranged from innovative programming and educational initiatives to new models for community support and outreach. The process was designed to be inclusive and transparent, with a leaderboard showcasing the most popular proposals and a panel of judges evaluating their potential impact. This approach ensured that every voice could contribute to shaping the future.
The campaign's structure reflected a deep commitment to community ownership and collaboration. Three distinct idea categories provided a framework for submissions, while the leaderboard of finalists kept the momentum going by highlighting emerging favorites. A panel of judges brought expertise and discernment to the selection process, ensuring that the most promising ideas received the support needed to move forward. Beyond the competition itself, the initiative fostered a sense of shared purpose and collective responsibility. It reminded everyone involved that the Jewish future is not something to be passively inherited, but actively built together, one bold idea at a time.