Tzlil Bandy McDonald has over a decade of experience in program management, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement. She has held leadership roles at organizations such as the Jewish Federation of Central Alabama, the Israeli American Council, and the Jewish Agency for Israel where she managed educational programs, fundraising initiatives, and strategic partnerships in both North America and Israel.
She holds an MA in Jewish Experiential Education from The George Washington University, a BA in Politics and Government and Middle Eastern Studies from Ben Gurion University in Israel, and a certificate in Conflict of Interest from the i-Center. Fluent in Hebrew and English, Tzlil is passionate about Jewish and Israel education, as well as building bridges with diverse faith communities to combat all forms of hate and discrimination. Originally from Israel, she currently lives in Alabama with her husband and three sons.