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Guided by our Jewish values, we advocate for and advance the inclusion of people with disabilities throughout society; foster a more nuanced understanding of the American Jewish community among Israeli leaders; and model the practice of strategic philanthropy worldwide.
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See all updates‘Out of My Mind,’ ‘Ezra’ Among Productions Honored for Commitment to Authentic Representation
The Disney+ coming-of-age drama “Out of My Mind” and Tony Goldwyn’s comedy-drama “Ezra” are two of the latest standout productions honored with the Ruderman Family Foundation’s Seal of Authentic Representation for their groundbreaking commitment to disability inclusion in Hollywood.
Learn moreThe Princeton Review 2024 Campus Mental Health Survey Report
The Princeton Review®, a leading education services company, recently reported the results of a comprehensive, yearlong project aimed at promoting mental health resources on college campuses and increasing student awareness of these services. Conducted in partnership with the internationally recognized Ruderman Family Foundation, an organization dedicated to ending the stigma surrounding mental health and expanding ... Learn moreWorld-Renowned Tenor and Andrea Bocelli Foundation Founder Andrea Bocelli Honored with 2024 Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion
The Award will support the Andrea Bocelli Foundation’s (ABF) efforts in Haiti, specifically the schools throughout the country, providing safe places for children and access to education. Boston, MA, September 30, 2024 — The Ruderman Family Foundation, a longtime trailblazer in the realm of advancing inclusion, has today announced world-renowned vocalist Andrea Bocelli as the ... Learn moreConnected Play: Adolescent Gaming and Perceived Loneliness
While lonely adolescents may turn to gaming for social connections, they are more likely to report negative experiences, suggesting that these virtual environments are not providing the supportive and fulfilling interactions they need. However, game designers, parents, and young people can work together to maximize the benefits of video game play on social wellbeing and ... Learn moreRuderman Family Foundation Announces Partnership with New Meta Entertainment’s Dignitas to Support Mental Health in Gaming
Dignitas, the premier esports organization under New Meta Entertainment, Inc., is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Ruderman Family Foundation, an internationally recognized organization dedicated to ending the stigma associated with mental health. This renewed collaboration will expand their efforts to promote mental health awareness and foster inclusivity within the gaming community through a series of innovative digital and in-person initiatives.
Learn moreAmerican Jewish Philanthropy 2022: Giving to Religious and Secular Causes in the U.S. and to Israel
The subsequent analysis explores how certain factors—household income and wealth, marital status, educational attainment, children living at home, and age—influence philanthropy as demonstrated by prior research and how those effects differ as compared to non-Jewish households. This report also contributes to the body of philanthropic research by examining factors that are specific to Jewish ... Learn moreAll About Change
ALL ABOUT CHANGE IS A PODCAST ABOUT ACTIVISM, CHANGE & COURAGE.
Hosted by Jay Ruderman, ALL ABOUT CHANGE brings you in-depth and intimate conversations with inspiring individuals who are changing the world. We share stories of adversity where people have come out the other side ready to better themselves, their communities, and the world. Ultimately, this is a show about hope.
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