UJA is thrilled to launch Make Your Mark: A High School Pitch Project!
This initiative invites Grade 9–12 students to work with teachers and community professionals to develop an exciting project that highlights awareness, fundraising, or volunteerism in the Jewish community. Throughout the process, participants will explore the impact of UJA and its partner agencies.
Students will spend five Wednesday evenings from February to March developing ideas, culminating in a pitch to a panel of judges. The winning team will showcase their project at the Walk with Israel, giving students the chance to see their vision come to life, while contributing to the largest annual community event.
Program schedule:
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Session 1: February 4 from 5:30–7:00 PM
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Session 2: February 18 from 5:30–7:00 PM
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Session 3: February 25 from 5:30–7:00 PM
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Session 4: March 4 from 5:30–7:00 PM
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Session 5: March 18 from 5:30–7:00 PM
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Pitch Night: March 25 from 5:30–7:30 PM
Please note:
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Attendance at the Walk with Israel is a program requirement (Sunday, June 7, 2026).
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Participation is by application and space is limited. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and selected participants will be notified by email.
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Program participants must attend all sessions in order to receive volunteer hours.
