Join The Lev
The Lev (Heart of the Community) is Ma’alot’s circle of trusted volunteer leaders—community members who bring our shared vision to life through care, creativity, and commitment.
Rooted in Jewish values of sacred stewardship and collective responsibility, The Lev is how we grow, sustain, and nourish Ma’alot—together.
Sign Up to Join The Lev!
“If one person alone builds bricks, they are only bricks; but when the heart (lev) joins, the bricks become a home”.
Find Your Branch
Explore our six branches and discover how your gifts can support our community:
Circles
Strengthens community through monthly identity-based groups focused on connection, Jewish learning, and peer-led ritual and reflection.
Staff lead: Rabbi Ariel
Ivrim
An inclusive space for those who build across boundaries—of faith, race, culture, gender, and tradition. We uplift those who may feel estranged from Jewish life, like our interfaith families, Jews of Color, and LGBTQIA+ individuals and households to serve unmet needs.
Staff lead: Ava
Ivrim translates to “Hebrews”
Events & Fundraising
Stewards Ma’alot’s signature gatherings—retreats, High Holidays, and seasonal events. Nurture community connection and financial sustainability through creative collaborative and leadership.
Staff lead: Sam
Tikkun
Channels Jewish values into action through social justice work, healing spaces for communal processing, and outreach to build trust.
Staff lead: Ava
Tikkun translates to “Repair“
Monthly Shabbat Dinners
Creates a warm, home-based Shabbat culture with rotating hosts, outreach to new participants, and support for hosts to lead meaningful gatherings.
Staff lead: Ava
Want More Details?
Read the full Lev Handbook here!
Ready to Step In?
Join the Lev here!