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Soil, Soul & Tzedek

Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center - Non-Profit - www.isabellafreedman.org

We're changing the world one pickle at a time, but we need a creative and concrete way to tell people of all ages and backgrounds how they can get involved. Our programs engage people through SOIL farm-to-table programs, environmental education and green training, SOUL spiritual retreats, wellness programs and lifecycle celebrations, and TZEDEK (the Hebrew word for justice) socially responsible business-modeling, sustainable practices and global and local community-building. We're working on integrating our programs. We need your help bringing our three core concepts (soil, soul and tzedek) into one easy-to-understand and visually appealing picture.

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      • Judith  DackJudith Dack commented  ·  Nov 23, 2010 7:45 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        Sure changed my life ...especially the Elat Chayyim part ...

      • Sarah EisensteinSarah Eisenstein commented  ·  Oct 25, 2010 6:49 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        Isabella Freedman has transformed so many peoples lives, mine included when I did the Adamah farming program. They foster a community of amazing healers, activists, spiritual-seekers, and leaders for the Jewish community and beyond. They have incredible business integrity and care about the people who support them. I think they seriously have bestowed so many blessings upon the Jewish community in America.

      • Tsivia FinmanTsivia Finman commented  ·  Oct 25, 2010 3:24 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        Adamah is uniquely engaging some of the best and brightest young Jewish leaders, bringing them together to create new venues for inspiration. Aside from the tremendous resources it provides to nourish mind, body and spirit, Adamah is a catalyst for new ideas to sustain the wider Jewish community. Rock on.

      • Vivian StadlinVivian Stadlin commented  ·  Oct 21, 2010 9:55 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        The hope, inspiration and community that Isabella Freedman generates is a *gift* in the world. All it'll take for more people to receive its magic is to learn of it!

      • Jackie TopolJackie Topol commented  ·  Oct 21, 2010 5:37 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        Isabella Freedman is a very special place to me. Their Adamah fellowship changed my life for the better and helped me find my career path. Their programs are inspiring and moving and reach out to Jews from a wide range of backgrounds. It is truly a place that fosters new ideas and provides leadership training for a growing community of people that want to create a difference in this world and do Tikkun Olam.

      • Sherry GrossmanSherry Grossman commented  ·  Oct 20, 2010 3:53 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        Isabella Freedman brings out the best in us following the rhythms of life. We're onto something very good for people locally and on the planet. We want to get the message out to the world and we're taking a chance by working together on our future now!

        THANKS!

      • Jordan SchusterJordan Schuster commented  ·  Oct 20, 2010 2:21 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        Above all else, Isabella Freedman has helped me to stop theorizing a kind of Judaism that doesn't make sense to me and start practicing a kind of Judaism that does. It has evolved my awareness and responsibility for environmental and social issues; it has taught me to grow and process my own food; it has provided me with richer communication skills; and it has introduced me to forms of Jewish prayer, study, and ritual which continue to lead me to a deeper integration of body, mind and spirit.

      • Matthew BrownMatthew Brown commented  ·  Oct 20, 2010 11:08 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        I am continually impressed by the beneficial services that Isabella Friedman Jewish Retreat Center offers to young people, and all kinds of people. While excelling in spiritual education, IFJRC also provides an important model in how a community can maximize protection and nurturance of the environment, while having fun.

      • Shir YaakovShir Yaakov commented  ·  Oct 20, 2010 9:14 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        Consistently inspiring and enlivening. The work Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center does is critically important to our world.

      • warren cohnwarren cohn commented  ·  Oct 20, 2010 8:19 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        IF has been my 'home away from home' for many years, for nurturing of my spirit, my palate...my being...warren cohn

      • Randi SteinRandi Stein commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 7:14 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        I have been to Isabella Freedman for several Jewish holiday retreats, for a yoga and Jewish Spirituality training, davenning leadership retreats-- and am thinking now about a week-long mediation retreat. Each time I have been there, I have found peace, joy, companionship, good food, and beautiful surroundings, and I've left with uplifted spirit. Who could ask for more?

      • yossef amaranteyossef amarante commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 5:58 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        IFC is more than a place. There´s a commitment to 'repair' the world, through the hearts and souls. Everyone can find enough room to develop and soar. I've been there twice and hopefully will return many times. And I don't live even close. It's a 12 hour flight. Worth each second ...

      • AnonymousAnonymous commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 4:02 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        I'm excited about Isabella's intention to expand its programs and products to reach more and more folks

      • Allegra DeangeloAllegra Deangelo commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 3:20 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        I've been there, this place is awesome!! Everyone was welcoming and generous, it's a great effort to support!

      • Gail HeldGail Held commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 2:30 pm  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        The Freedman Center is a very worthwhile venture for young people to learn, grow, and contribute. My daughter had an immensely satisfying experience there.

      • Mark RussoMark Russo commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 11:13 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        It is such a blessing to have the opportunity to support such a purposeful retreat center.

      • Mark RussoMark Russo commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 11:13 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        It is such a blessing to have the opportunity to support such a purposeful retreat center.

      • Mark RussoMark Russo commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 11:13 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        It is such a blessing to have the opportunity to support such a purposeful retreat center.

      • Sue OSue O commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 10:52 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        I encourage everyone to come to IF to learn, grow and spread the word.The programs, people and spirit here are so essential to our future sustainability.

      • Adam SegulahAdam Segulah commented  ·  Oct 19, 2010 9:54 am  ·  Flag as inappropriate  ·  Delete

        When I first came to IF over three years ago (intending to be here for a three month internship) and declared this place "JEWtopia" - I had no idea how IF contributes to the leading edge of creative culture in and beyond the Jewish world. Now that I have a better idea of how essential IF's mission is to the transformation of our world for the better, I'm grateful to YOUtopia for the opportunity to better share our mission with the world!

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