The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Jack Gourdji Executive Director of AFYBA, Supporting the Largest Network of Religious Zionist Schools in Israel

Jack Gourdji Executive Director of AFYBA, Supporting the Largest Network of Religious Zionist Schools in Israel Afyba.org Show Notes About The Guest(s): Jack Gourdji is the Executive Director of the American Friends of Yeshiva Bnei Akiva (AFYBA). He has 12 years of experience as the Executive Director of Jewish institutions and has worked with schools for children with special needs and adult day programs. Jack holds a BA from Hofstra University and has served on the board of a synagogue in West Hempstead, New York. Summary: Jack Gourdji, the Executive Director of AFYBA, discusses the organization's mission to support Israeli schools and promote education in Israel. AFYBA is the American arm of Israeli institutions that have 70 schools in Israel, including boys schools, girls schools, and schools that combine army training with studies. The organization aims to raise awareness and funds to provide top-notch education and develop future leaders in Israel. Jack emphasizes the importance of support from the United States in achieving these goals. Key Takeaways: AFYBA supports 70 diverse schools in Israel, including music schools, art schools, and schools focused on technology and leadership development. The organization aims to develop leadership and character in students, preparing them to become future leaders in Israel. AFYBA provides various ways for people to contribute, including donations to specific schools or programs and support for the war effort in Israel. The Kaddish service offered by AFYBA allows individuals to have the Kaddish prayer said on behalf of their deceased loved ones. AFYBA's focus is on raising awareness and support for their schools in Israel, rather than opening schools in America. Quotes: "Our goal is to make individuals aware of what we do and what these kids turn out to be." - Jack Gourdji "We want to do more and more things to give students the best possible education." - Jack Gourdji