Bay Area Jeremiah Fellowship -- Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical age of a Fellow?
The typical age range of participants is 22-32. Applicants outside the range are welcome to apply. Fellowship staff can discuss your eligibility and whether the Jeremiah Fellowship is the right program for you
What are you looking for in a candidate?
We are looking for creative, dynamic and engaged young Jews to become Fellows, people who are highly motivated to be part of and contribute to a learning community. The Fellowship is committed to the diversity of each cohort, and we believe that a breadth of experience adds to the richness of the program. We encourage people of ALL backgrounds to apply.
How much does the program cost?
Thanks to the generosity of individuals and foundations, we are able to offer the program essentially free of charge. The $36 participation fee is a symbolic contribution toward the cost of the Fellowship, which includes nine months of trainings, guest speakers, and materials; accommodations, meals, and materials for two weekend retreats; and various special programs throughout the year.
Do I get paid to be a fellow?
No, however the entire tuition of the program is provided free of charge to the participants.
What is the commitment?
The Fellowship is a 9 month program that runs from September through May. Excellent attendance is required. Fellows come together for two weeknight evenings every month (on Tuesdays), participate in three experiences in the field (on Sundays), and two weekend-long retreats.
***For the 2011-2012 Fellowship year, the evening sessions will be held every other Tuesday evening from 7-10 PM and will alternate venues between San Francisco and the East Bay. The Weekend Retreats are scheduled for October 21-23 and April 27-29 and the Sunday experiences in the field for January 8, February 12, and March 11. To be considered for the Fellowship, Fellows must be able to commit to these dates. Look below for a tentative schedule of session meetings throughout the year***
The program culminates with The Jeremiah Challenge, a self-directed and community-based action project where the Fellows put their skills and values into action.
Fellows are also expected to apply the grassroots fundraising skills they learn in the Fellowship by raising money to help fund the program. Each Fellow will have a goal of raising $360 during the year, and will be provided training and support to do so.
Why apply to the Jeremiah Fellowship?
Great question. Learn more here.
How “Jewish” do you have to be to become a Jeremiah Fellow?
The Jeremiah Fellowship embraces Jewish pluralism as a core value of our community. Jews from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How much social justice or community organizing experience do I need?
Candidates from all levels of experience are welcome to apply. We look at each candidate holistically. More important than any single experience is the will to be a change maker. The Jeremiah Fellowship is rooted in the words of Jeremiah, “And seek the well being of the city in which you live…for in its peace you shall find peace.”
2011-2012 Bay Area Jeremiah Fellowship Calendar
September 20 Intro Session
October 11 Evening Session
October 28-30 1st Weekend Retreat: Westminster Retreat Center, Alamo, CA (*updated from October 21-23)
November 1 Evening Session
First Pod:
November 15 Evening Session
November 29 Evening Session
December 13 Evening Session
January 8 Sunday Experience in the Field
January 10 Mid-Way Reflection Session
Second Pod:
January 24 Evening Session
February 7 Evening Session (Erev Tu B’shvat)
February 12 Sunday Experience in the Field
February 21 Evening Session
Third Pod:
March 6 Evening Session
March 11 Sunday Experience in the Field
March 20 Evening Session
April 3 Evening Session
April 27-29 Second Retreat
May 15 Graduation
The typical age range of participants is 22-32. Applicants outside the range are welcome to apply. Fellowship staff can discuss your eligibility and whether the Jeremiah Fellowship is the right program for you
What are you looking for in a candidate?
We are looking for creative, dynamic and engaged young Jews to become Fellows, people who are highly motivated to be part of and contribute to a learning community. The Fellowship is committed to the diversity of each cohort, and we believe that a breadth of experience adds to the richness of the program. We encourage people of ALL backgrounds to apply.
How much does the program cost?
Thanks to the generosity of individuals and foundations, we are able to offer the program essentially free of charge. The $36 participation fee is a symbolic contribution toward the cost of the Fellowship, which includes nine months of trainings, guest speakers, and materials; accommodations, meals, and materials for two weekend retreats; and various special programs throughout the year.
Do I get paid to be a fellow?
No, however the entire tuition of the program is provided free of charge to the participants.
What is the commitment?
The Fellowship is a 9 month program that runs from September through May. Excellent attendance is required. Fellows come together for two weeknight evenings every month (on Tuesdays), participate in three experiences in the field (on Sundays), and two weekend-long retreats.
***For the 2011-2012 Fellowship year, the evening sessions will be held every other Tuesday evening from 7-10 PM and will alternate venues between San Francisco and the East Bay. The Weekend Retreats are scheduled for October 21-23 and April 27-29 and the Sunday experiences in the field for January 8, February 12, and March 11. To be considered for the Fellowship, Fellows must be able to commit to these dates. Look below for a tentative schedule of session meetings throughout the year***
The program culminates with The Jeremiah Challenge, a self-directed and community-based action project where the Fellows put their skills and values into action.
Fellows are also expected to apply the grassroots fundraising skills they learn in the Fellowship by raising money to help fund the program. Each Fellow will have a goal of raising $360 during the year, and will be provided training and support to do so.
Why apply to the Jeremiah Fellowship?
Great question. Learn more here.
How “Jewish” do you have to be to become a Jeremiah Fellow?
The Jeremiah Fellowship embraces Jewish pluralism as a core value of our community. Jews from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How much social justice or community organizing experience do I need?
Candidates from all levels of experience are welcome to apply. We look at each candidate holistically. More important than any single experience is the will to be a change maker. The Jeremiah Fellowship is rooted in the words of Jeremiah, “And seek the well being of the city in which you live…for in its peace you shall find peace.”
2011-2012 Bay Area Jeremiah Fellowship Calendar
September 20 Intro Session
October 11 Evening Session
October 28-30 1st Weekend Retreat: Westminster Retreat Center, Alamo, CA (*updated from October 21-23)
November 1 Evening Session
First Pod:
November 15 Evening Session
November 29 Evening Session
December 13 Evening Session
January 8 Sunday Experience in the Field
January 10 Mid-Way Reflection Session
Second Pod:
January 24 Evening Session
February 7 Evening Session (Erev Tu B’shvat)
February 12 Sunday Experience in the Field
February 21 Evening Session
Third Pod:
March 6 Evening Session
March 11 Sunday Experience in the Field
March 20 Evening Session
April 3 Evening Session
April 27-29 Second Retreat
May 15 Graduation
