What’s Next for iCenter Programs and Materials

May 24, 2026

While The iCenter continues its closure process, the incredible work created to support educators and their learners is set to live on. Over the coming months, The iCenter is seamlessly transferring  programs, resources, and expertise to trusted partners who will ensure this shared mission continues to grow.

HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING

OUR PROGRAMS

Our Graduate Degree program is moving fully to the George Washington University, ensuring continuity for current students and faculty. We can’t wait to welcome Cohort 9 this fall!

 

The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, in partnership with the Jewish Agency for Israel will be the new home for the Chicago Shinshinim hub and related materials.

Our Conflicts of Interest certificate program is moving to Spertus Institute, where it will reach new audiences and deepen critical dialogue around complex topics. Details coming soon on our website and social media.

OUR RESOURCES

Our website will remain active beyond our closure so you can continue to find what you’re looking for. The iCenter’s library of educational resources — its conflict education frameworks, Israeli arts and music collections, FAQs, and classroom tools — is being carried forward by a number of organizations together, including Foundation for Jewish CampHebrew at the CenterHillel InternationalHillel IsraelIsraelLinkOpenDor MediaPardes Center for Jewish EducatorsThe Jewish Agency for IsraelThe Jewish Education Project, and M²: The Institute for Experiential Jewish Education.

With our permission and support, partner organizations may archive, adapt, and build upon existing content. Physical materials are also being gifted to partner libraries so communities can continue to benefit.

Stewardship at a Glance - July 2026


OUR TIMELINE

May 28, 2026

Final iFellows cohort concludes

June 15, 2026

Core operations wind-down complete; Majority of team members conclude employment

July 15, 2026
Interim CEO Dan Tatar completes transfer of resources to partner organizations

August 31, 2026
Conclusion of work with summer camps, RootOne, and the Jewish Agency

We’re proud of what we’ve built together, and deeply grateful for the partners who are helping ensure this mission continues.