Adrienne Gold Davis sits down with Momentum CEO Tara Brown to reframe tzedakah not as charity, but as a core expression of Jewish identity, leadership, and purpose.
Together, they unpack why a generation of committed givers often directs that energy elsewhere, and how Jewish mothers are uniquely positioned to change that.
Drawing on personal stories and Jewish wisdom, Tara and Adrienne show how giving, done right, is dignified, purposeful, and transformative for both the giver and the community.
When we’re always being encouraged to “lean in,” what does humility look like?
“We can’t do it all at once – and certainly not on our own.”
One of the hardest parts about growth is that we don’t give ourselves enough time to reflect
Our brains love yesterday because it’s easier.
The energy we have stems from the Divine and is limitless.
What’s the harm in romanticizing our youth?
The darkest part of the night is just before the sun comes up.
What does Jewish tradition actually teach about unity, disagreement, and love?
For Jewish mothers with children age 18 and under
Participants only pay their acceptance fee and airfare
To participate in the Momentum Yearlong Journey, women must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
Mainly for the husbands of Momentum sisters
$900 for Momentum husbands
Each man get a scholarship of $2,100-$2,400
Partner Organization contributes $700 per man
The Israeli Government does not contribute to the Men’s Trips
To participate, men must live in close proximity to a Partner Organization. See our partners list here. Please notify your Community Leader with any updates to your application
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