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Coalition for Jewish Learning

Teen Philanthropy Board

The Milwaukee Jewish Teen Philanthropy Board is a community-wide program that engages Jewish teens in a communal giving and learning effort to achieve our goal of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world).

Overview

The Milwaukee Jewish Teen Philanthropy Board engages Jewish teens from 9th through 12th grade in a collaborative effort of communal giving and learning, striving to achieve the goal of Tikkun Olam, or “repairing the world.”

Details

 

The Milwaukee Jewish Teen Philanthropy Board is a community-wide program that engages Jewish teens in a communal giving and learning effort to achieve our goal of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world).

Jewish students in high school from the greater Milwaukee area. Students attend monthly sessions centered around grant-making, non-profit functions, and the philanthropic model.

In empowering teens to use philanthropy as a means to make social change, TPB sessions cover a variety of topics ranging from understanding community need, developing grant strategies, evaluating grant proposals, performing site visits and practicing strategic decision-making and consensus-building techniques.

Join MJF’s 26-27 Teen Philanthropy Board

Step into leadership, make a real impact, and help shape the future of our Jewish community.

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  • Nicole Boico
  • Associate Director, Coalition for Jewish Learning
  • Email | Phone
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Nicole Boico

  • Associate Director, Coalition for Jewish Learning
  • Email | Phone

At the Milwaukee Jewish Federation, Nicole Boico partners closely with colleagues, educators, and community leaders to strengthen Jewish education across the Milwaukee community. In her role as Associate Director of the Coalition for Jewish Learning, she contributes to shaping educational strategy, supporting partner agencies, and leading initiatives that empower and uplift educators, including professional development, teacher mentoring, and community recognition programs such as the Salute to Jewish Educators. Drawing on over 15 years of combined experience in Jewish education and special education, Nicole is especially committed to helping schools create inclusive learning environments that meet the needs of all learners and reflect Jewish values. 

Outside of work, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband, Ilan, and their three children, Mila, Moses, and Asher. She loves traveling, shopping, singing karaoke, and curling up with a good book.