Thought-Leadership: Resources

Writing, speaking, teaching, and advocacy.

Central to our work of creating a healthier and more sustainable Jewish community and healthier and more sustainable world for everyone is catalyzing the New Jewish Food Movement and building intellectual bridges between Jewish tradition and key contemporary issues. Our ethos: “The Torah is a commentary on the world, and the world is a commentary on the Torah.”

We provide thought leadership to the community through our writing, speaking, teaching and advocacy. Our collection of resources can be used individually, by educators, within Jewish institutions, or brought to communities to expand our current programs.

Resources for Individuals

We encourage you to explore our resources and adapt them for use at your own table or in your community.

Healthy and Sustainable Jewish Holidays

Our holiday guides will help you celebrate the Jewish holidays in line with your values. Check out our menu tips, activities, decoration ideas and more!

The Jew and the Carrot

Hazon’s blog brings the discussions of food, Jewish life and contemporary issues to far reaching corners of the Jewish community. Published in conjunction with the Forward.

Sustainable Shabbat Dinner

A guide to help plan Shabbat meals, from thinking about what to serve to bringing insightful Jewish learning to your Shabbat table. In partnership with Birthright NEXT.

Food for Thought

A 130-page sourcebook that draws on texts from within and beyond Jewish traditions to explore a range of topics relating to Jews and food.

Many of these resources are used at the Food Conference and other Hazon programs.

Bike Ride Resources

These tools will help prepare you for any of Hazon’s bike rides, or for just riding on your own.

Training Tips

Our tips will help you get ready for the road, whether you’re on your own or getting ready for a Hazon Ride.

Fundraising Tools

Fundraising is integral to every Hazon Ride, helping us make a difference in the world. Our tools support you every step of the way.

Cycling Advocacy

Bicycle networks are expanding across the country. Learn about cycling issues and how to speak up for better bike lanes.

Resources for Educators

Hazon has developed a series of curricula and other resources which can be used in a variety of settings.

Jewish Food Education Network

A portal for educators to connect, share, and learn from each other with the help of Hazon’s innovative food education resources and support. JFEN members can access Hazon educational materials through JFEN Online Member Central, become part of an educator listserv, are invited to webinar training calls.

Min ha’Aretz

A student curriculum for students grades 5-9 to explore the relationship between Jewish texts, traditions, and practices and the food we eat. Includes family programs to further develop these issues.

Community-Based Food Programs

Through various partnerships, Hazon has developed curricula and resources for a variety of settings, including camps, high schools, Hebrew schools, and for young families.

Resources for Communities and Institutions

Many of our resources can be used in Jewish institutions to enhance programming and bring together communities.