Jeremy J. Fingerman, at The Blogs

Feb 13, 2025, 11:31 PM

Yitro Cohort V in New York City | Courtesy: Foundation for Jewish Camp

We have always believed that the future of Jewish camp depends on strong, capable leaders who can inspire, innovate, and nurture vibrant, thriving camp communities. Leadership development is not just an aspiration – it’s a necessity. As our field...

Jan 10, 2025, 8:39 PM

Honoring Our Collective Mission

Congratulating Medal of Honor recipient Julie Platt are Israel’s President, Isaac Herzog, and FJC CEO, Jeremy Fingerman.

Our hearts go out to the entire Los Angeles community suffering from the ongoing devastating wildfires. We express gratitude to the firefighters and first responders and pray for everyone to remain safely out of harm’s way during these extremely...

Dec 13, 2024, 9:32 PM

Scaling New Heights Together

Foundation for Jewish Camp | Leaders Assembly 2024 - Announcing a new $15 million gift from The Gottesman Fund for Capacity Expansion Grants.

I’ve just returned from Foundation for Jewish Camp’s (FJC) record-breaking Leaders Assembly 2024 in Chicago, I am proud to share some very exciting news. But first, a bit of context. This week’s Torah portion, VaYishlach, tells the story of Yaakov...

Nov 8, 2024, 8:46 AM

New Research Reaffirms the Impact of Jewish Camp

Today Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC) joins the Atlanta Jewish community and the broader Jewish world in mourning the loss of Bernie Marcus z”l, a giant in business and philanthropy. A steadfast advocate for Jewish camp, due in part to...

Sep 20, 2024, 7:16 AM

TEAM – Together Each Achieves More

This summer, we saw firsthand the undeniable impact of people coming together at over 300 Jewish camps across North America – building thriving communities of connection, resilience, and joy – a much-needed antidote to a world yearning for togetherness....

Aug 16, 2024, 1:20 AM

One Very Happy Camper

Julius "Julie" Eisen z”l
Foundation for Jewish Camp

In memory of Julius Eisen z”l On Tuesday, the Jewish people observed Tisha B’Av (9th day of Av), a solemn day on the Jewish calendar during which we mourn the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem and other tragedies...

Jul 18, 2024, 11:40 PM

Even in Darkness, Jewish Camp Reminds Us to Pursue Joy

From Israeli hostages remaining in captivity to the rising fever of global antisemitism, the heartbreak of Oct. 7 and the days since feels endless. We cannot ignore this pain. But neither can we let ourselves drown under its weight....

Jun 7, 2024, 8:20 PM

Cornerstone: Shema…Listen to Hear

“I realized how valuable it is to just listen. I don't do it enough, but I'm going to make a change.” –FJC Cornerstone Participant 2024 Now in its 22nd year, Foundation for Jewish Camp’s annual Cornerstone Fellowship is our longest running and...

May 10, 2024, 12:57 AM

To New Beginnings

As we mark the new Hebrew month of Iyar, I am thinking a lot about new beginnings. 40 years ago next week, I joined in the academic procession to receive my undergraduate degree from Columbia University. The skies were overcast...

Apr 19, 2024, 12:00 AM

Our Holiday of Hope

We will soon gather for the Passover Seder, yet we know this year’s celebration of the holiday will be tempered by our collective experiences since October 7th. How can we celebrate our Zman Cheruteinu – time of our redemption...

About Me

Jeremy J. Fingerman recently concluded a 15-year tenure as CEO of Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC) and now serves as FJC's Senior Advisor. Prior to joining FJC in 2010, he had a highly-regarded 20+ year career in Consumer Packaged Goods, beginning at General Mills, Inc, then at Campbell Soup Company, where he served as president of its largest division, US Soup. In 2005, he was recruited to serve as CEO of Manischewitz. Jeremy, a former board Vice-Chair of JPRO (the network of Jewish communal professionals), received the 2023 Bernard Reisman Award for Professional Excellence from Brandeis University.

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