Orthodox Union
Jewish groups push back against Trump’s Iran deal, more quietly than in 2015
“Trust President Trump,” the Republican Jewish Coalition told its followers Thursday, becoming the most notable Jewish group to support Trump’s memorandum of understanding.
OU Independence Day event in Jerusalem sees about two thousand participants
Legal brief filed to support case of Ohio Orthodox Jew banned from holding minyan in home
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Orthodox Union brings constituents face to face with lawmakers over Gaza
During and after last month’s conflict, a number of progressives in the Democratic Party blamed Israel for its outbreak and called for cuts in defense assistance to Israel.
Orthodox Union to launch grant program to return to synagogue life
The grants will be awarded to congregations who create innovative programs or services to encourage a return to congregants.
OU's Yachad raises $1.6 million to support those with disabilities
The Jewish organization announced that the donations came from over 2,500 people, and the funding will underwrite services and programs as well as scholarships for those with disabilities.
Orthodox Jewish groups endorse coronavirus vaccine, rabbis follow suit
“It is not a task that we are undertaking to try to convince the anti-vaccine movement,” said OU executive vice president Rabbi Moshe Hauer.
Congressional budget includes double the security funding for nonprofits
The funding goes to hardening targets with “barriers, gates, safety gear, surveillance equipment."
Orthodox Union, US Rabbinic Council advise use of coronavirus vaccine
Jews are obligated to care for their own health and protect others from harm or illness under Halakha.
Coronavirus guidelines: How should Jewish communities behave in winter?
These guidelines were created by the OU and RCA after consulting with numerous poskim (halachic authorities) to best determine communal decisions and policies.
Rockoff announced as new executive vice president of the RZA
Earlier in the year, Rockoff served as the head of World Mizrachi’s Orthodox Israel Coalition, doubling its membership from the previous elections.
Orthodox Union launches applications for Impact Accelerator program
The applications are due on October 30, and includes completing an online form, an interview with the OU Impact Accelerator selection committee and a pitch to the program’s board.
OU Kosher opens new education division to support communities online
The OU Kosher first virtual event was attended by no less than 1,100 people in 23 countries around the world.