YAD
Connecting People Ages 22-45 to Jewish Life
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh strives to build a thriving, vibrant and engaged Jewish Community.
Federation's YAD connects people ages 22 – 45 with each other and with programs, events, volunteering and leadership development opportunities.
Volunteer Leadership
Sam Kline
YAD Council Chair
Beth Boroumand
YAD Philanthropy Chair &
Ben-Gurion Society Chair
Ben-Gurion Society Chair
Maxwell Cahn
National Young Leadership Cabinet Chair
Jesse Barash
Family Engagement Committee Chair
Danny Brode
Wechsler Fellowship Chair
Scott Isenberg
SteelTree Fund Chair
Jason Barash
SteelTree Fund Co-Chair
Alisa Paul
SteelTree Subcommittee Chair
Events of Interest
YAD at the Penguins
Tuesday, December 16 @ 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST
Gather with your fellow young adult community for Jewish Heritage Night when we host the Edmonton Oi...
Teen Social Justice Journey to Los Angeles
Sunday, December 28 - Wednesday, December 31
This subsidized 4-day/3-night study journey is open to Jewish teens in greater Pittsburgh in grades ...
YAD X Matchbox: Friend Matching
Thursday, January 8, 2026 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Looking to meet new friends in the city? Whether you're fresh to town or just craving deeper connect...
Wechsler
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Connect with a diverse group of young professionals to engage, develop and inspire leadership. Quest...
Upcoming Missions
Corazónes Unidos: Mission to Mexico City
Sunday, October 11, 2026 - Friday, October 16, 2026
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh for an unforgettable journey through one of the mos...
