Bar/Bat Mitzvah age is the perfect time for young people to learn how to give. The B'nai Tzedek (BT) program engages teens ages 12 to 18 to actively participate in philanthropy through fundraising and fund distribution as well as community service and social action projects. After their Bar/Bat Mitzvah, western Massachusetts teens are invited to sign up for this free program.

Local Teen Activities

All teens involved in BT have the opportunity to attend an annual retreat, participate in community service projects, community events, and more!

Become a member of the B'nai Tzedek community by submitting your personal information via our online form:

• B'nai Tzedek Sign-Up Form

• B'nai Tzedek Information Update Form

• BT Opt Out Form

B'nai Tzedek Youth Foundation

For teens who want to get more actively involved, B'nai Tzedek offers a Youth Foundation (leadership council). Through an online application process each Spring, up to 20 teens are selected to be part of the B'nai Tzedek Youth Foundation. Selected members attend six meetings during the school year.

Learn about Jewish philanthropy, tzedakah, tikkun olam, and social justice with other Jewish teens from western Massachusetts by:

• Committing to a fundraising project.
• Developing a group mission statement and creating requests for proposals.
• Meeting and learning from leaders of local Jewish organizations.
• Reviewing grant proposals and participating in a collective grant-making process.

B'nai Tzedek Forms

Here are some important forms and links for grantees:

• "B'nai Tzedek Youth Foundation Grantee Progress Report" Submission Link

• "B'nai Tzedek National Community Progress Report" Submission Link