From the CEO

From the desk of Rabbi Steven Burg, AISH CEO

Rabbi Burg

The Rabbis’ Rabbi

How does a Rabbi with no official role or title become the Rabbinic leader of a generation?

Rabbi Burg

Dancing with the Deputy Mayor

Truly, there is no better experience than being in Jerusalem and studying Torah at Aish. I would like to invite you all to come spend time with us.

Rabbi Burg

Lead by Example

He was there to discuss how to become a leader. I told him that at Aish our philosophy revolves around taking responsibility to solve issues facing the Jewish people.

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Our Family is in Danger

What I would like to share with you is why I joined Aish. This was the one organization that I had been to in my long career where all day and night they thought long and hard about how to help their brothers and sisters.

Rabbi Burg

Why Am I Here?

What I would like to share with you is why I joined Aish. This was the one organization that I had been to in my long career where all day and night they thought long and hard about how to help their brothers and sisters.

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Teamwork makes the Dream Work

This is why I am able to travel as much as I do and spend time with all of you. This is the very definition of teamwork. To paraphrase John Maxwell – “Teamwork makes the dream work,” but to keep a vision from becoming a nightmare, a leader must have a great team to match his big dreams.

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Embassy of the Jewish People

The only way Aish will be successful is if we fully support and work to connect the Jews we interact with to the greater Jewish community. We must be loud and clear that we are all in this together. We must all work together.

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Databases can be exciting

To help make our Jewish brothers and sisters aware that by attending a Jewish wisdom class online they can become a better spouse, parent, friend, etc. This all starts with data. I think this explains why Aish is such a special place. We can take something as mundane as a database and make it holy!

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The Most Meaningful Prayer Service

We decided to shift our International Meetings to New York. What an amazing few days it has been! We spent nearly the entire first day reviewing AISHVision 2030. Aish Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits spoke about the origins of the plan and he described in intricate detail how we arrived at our ten-year vision.

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Aish Takes Manhattan

We decided to shift our International Meetings to New York. What an amazing few days it has been! We spent nearly the entire first day reviewing AISHVision 2030. Aish Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits spoke about the origins of the plan and he described in intricate detail how we arrived at our ten-year vision.

Rabbi Burg

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

I now realize that this was Rabbi Weinberg’s greatest talent. He had a special ability to inspire donors to not just give money but to rally around the cause of inspiring the next generation of Jews. Mr. Dan and his close friend former Aish International President Harvey Hecker zt”l partnered with Rabbi Weinberg to start a movement which is still growing at a rapid pace.

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Family Ties

The world doesn’t really understand why the Jewish Nation is indestructible and invincible. It is because of one word. Family.

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Aish at Israel’s Parliament

This was Rabbi Weinberg’s message at the Knesset. If we really want to make an impact on Jews around the world then let us come together to study timeless Jewish wisdom. The result will be a united, strong Jewish Nation. Let us hope and pray that our friends in the Knesset heard our message loud and clear.

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Another Fallen Angel

As we were preparing for the wedding of one of our most popular students, Will Wolfowich, we received the heartbreaking news that one of our students, Joshua Carr a’h, suddenly passed away.

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Be a Maccabee

We must serve as a beacon of light and goodness for our greater Jewish family. We must be the Maccabees of today and help reconnect with our fellow Jews.

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A Fallen Angel

Let us learn from his sacrifice to increase our love for each other and Israel. Let our voices be heard loud and clear that Jews will not be intimidated into leaving Israel.

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Come Home

Israel is finally open for all to come and we all need to return home.

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Road to Success

“With AISHVision 2030, I know exactly where you are headed. Will you get there? I don’t know for sure but given Aish’s track record, I would certainly not bet against it.” In fact, he added, “I am clearly betting on your success.”

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Female Empowerment

We must engage Jewish women all around the world. Women are and have always been key to the success of the Jewish nation.

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One Nation

We must reach out to every Jew around the world and make sure they know that we are one family and we will always be there for each other.

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Negative Feedback is Positive

One of the questions I constantly get asked as I travel around the world is: “Are things really as good at Aish as your emails seem?”

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The Power of Shabbos

As the second mourning period of thirty days comes to a close, I want to share a glimpse of my father with all of you.

Rabbi Burg

My Father

As the second mourning period of thirty days comes to a close, I want to share a glimpse of my father with all of you.

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Thank You

Message from the Desk of Rabbi Steven Burg Dear Aish Family, Thank you, thank you,

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Going the Extra Mile

Message from the Desk of Rabbi Steven Burg Dear Aish Family, One of the tenets

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Thank You to the Mother of Torah Giants

Each and every week for the last six years I pour my heart and soul into letting all of you know what is going on at Aish. I try to give you a window into my travels and the incredible things I see among the Jewish people. There is nothing more enjoyable for me than to receive emails back from Jews around the world commenting on my weekly email.

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The Real Cleveland Guardians

I spent a few days earlier this week in Cleveland. In the 90’s, I spent a tremendous amount of time in Cleveland as I worked with Jewish teens in the Midwest regional area. As my travels played out in the past decade, I just never made it back to my old stomping grounds.

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Dinner in East Hampton

As an organization that has existed for over 45 years, Aish has impacted millions of Jews. In the course of any given week, I meet so many folks who tell me how Aish has genuinely made a difference in their lives and those of their families.

Rabbi Burg

A Special Shabbos at Camp Kaylie

As an organization that has existed for over 45 years, Aish has impacted millions of Jews. In the course of any given week, I meet so many folks who tell me how Aish has genuinely made a difference in their lives and those of their families.

Power of One

Power of One

Ten months ago Aish restarted our women’s educational division which was formerly called EYAHT. Today our two flagship programs, Aish…
Let's eat PIE

Let's eat PIE

Over 3000 years ago we received a beautiful diamond from the Almighty. Take it, polish it, own it and share…
White House to the Classroom

White House to the Classroom

Over the years I have had many opportunities to attend meetings and gatherings at the White House. As an American…
A Wedding for the Ages

A Wedding for the Ages

We must always care for one another. We must always assist one another. We must always celebrate with one another.…
Going Back to Egypt

Going Back to Egypt

Understanding the needs and challenges of Jewish communities around the world is so important for the health and continuity of…
Making New Friends

Making New Friends

What we can never forget is that we are family. The greater Jewish family. We can argue all day long…
Embracing the Greater Jewish World

Embracing the Greater Jewish World

We must constantly seek unity and brotherhood. This is what the Almighty desires above all else for His children.
The Dee Family

The Dee Family

We are the only people who have a designated term for our particular form of racism: “antisemitism.” It is as…
Back at the UN

Back at the UN

The Seder is the night where we attempt to intellectually stimulate Jews of all ages around our table. We reminisce…
Sacrifice…

Sacrifice…

No one sacrificed more for Aish or worked harder to build our organization than Rebbetzin Weinberg. Incredibly, she still managed…
Reflections on Rebbetzin Weinberg, zt’l

Reflections on Rebbetzin Weinberg, zt’l

Our family suffered a terrible loss this week. The passing of Rebbetzin Denah Weinberg, zt’l is the end of an…
A Loving World

A Loving World

Rav Noach was famous for telling his students that if he had ten of the right Jews, he could change…
It’s Not About Us

It’s Not About Us

Being a part of Aish means seeking out ways to heal the world and build proverbial bridges all around us.
A True Partner

A True Partner

AISH has and always will be there for every Jew no matter where they are located. Please join the entire…
Teamwork

Teamwork

One of the highlights of the year in Jerusalem is when we have Aish Branch directors from around the world…
Remembering a Giant

Remembering a Giant

We observed the 14th yahrzeit of Aish founder and leader, the great visionary, Rabbi Noach Weinberg zt”l.
Taking Responsibility for Our Brothers & Sisters in Ukraine

Taking Responsibility for Our Brothers & Sisters in...

While we have many memorials and tributes planned, the greatest legacy for Rav Noach is in the power of his…
Crossing the Ukranian Border

Crossing the Ukranian Border

When Chief Rabbi Moshe Reuven Azman of Ukraine came to visit me in Jerusalem, I asked how I could help.…
Aish In Lakewood

Aish In Lakewood

AishVision 2030 is not just Aish’s vision. It is a vision for the Jewish Nation. We are only as strong…
Ambassadors, Leaders and more!

Ambassadors, Leaders and more!

We have a mission at Aish. We know that the knowledge that we possess can change lives for the better.…
Remembering a Hero & Our 5 Core Values

Remembering a Hero & Our 5 Core Values

It is not miraculous that Aish has achieved international recognition as one of the most inspirational and successful Jewish organizations…
University of the Jewish People

University of the Jewish People

Every day millions of Jews are walking our streets with no knowledge of the beauty of our faith.We want everyone…
Praying at the White House

Praying at the White House

Once again it was my honor to represent Aish at the White House Chanukah party. It has always been a…
What is our WHY?

What is our WHY?

Why do we think AishVision 2030 is so imperative for the Jewish people? Learn more about our why and how…
A Nation of Love

A Nation of Love

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused…
Home!!!!

Home!!!!

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused…
Aish at the White House

Aish at the White House

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused…
Jamie Geller!!!

Jamie Geller!!!

I hope that this glimpse into the electric atmosphere at Aish gives you an idea of what we are focused…
The Power of Words

The Power of Words

“Life revolves around words,” rap legend Nissim Black said at New York City’s Safra Center on Nov. 8th. “We take…
Being Responsible In Tel Aviv

Being Responsible In Tel Aviv

Our founder and mentor, Rabbi Noach Weinberg zt”l, built Aish on the core belief of taking responsibility.