BBYO IN THE NEWS

Feb 28 2019

Local teens make global impact through BBYO

More than 120 teens from the BBYO North Texas Oklahoma region gathered with more than 3,000 Jewish teens from around the world at the organization’s International Convention in Denver over President’s Day weekend

Feb 28 2019

In Honor & Celebration of JDAIM. . .We March On

One of the most important Jewish values we’re taught is to advocate for people who need help and justice.

Feb 28 2019

$25 million pledged to BBYO

Theodore Perlman, a Chicago-based philanthropist, industrialist and founder of the HAVI Group, pledged to donate the sum to launch the Anita M. Perlman Women’s Leadership Initiative.

Feb 27 2019

Austin Teen Named BBYO International N’siah

Austin BBYO teen Emily Kolodney has been elected the organization’s 75th International N’siah at the organization’s International Convention in Denver, Colorado.

Feb 27 2019

Teens at BBYO convention urged to use their voices for social change

Thousands of teens from around the world were energized to take action and make a difference. Pittsburgher Kaylee Werner has already begun.

Feb 19 2019

Dispatch from Denver: What it takes to produce ‘SXSW for Jewish teens’

Pulling off a five-day gathering in a sprawling convention center with hundreds of speakers at plenary and breakout sessions is no easy feat.

Feb 15 2019

Chicago industrialist donates $25 million to BBYO to empower Jewish young women and teens

 A Chicago industrialist has pledged $25 million to a national Jewish youth group to promote initiatives for young Jewish women and teens.

Feb 15 2019

BBYO receives historic $25 million Pledge to Support Women’s Leadership and Empowerment

Chicago industrialist/philanthropist Ted Perlman and his wife Harriette have pledged $25 million to accelerate BBYO’s initiatives for young Jewish women and teens. 

Feb 15 2019

Largest donation to youth group yet made to BBYO

Chicago industrialist Theodore Perlman and his wife, Harriette, announced a $25 million gift in Denver at the organization’s international conference, attended by 5,500-plus teens and adults.