Program Bank

Excellent experiences built by teens around the world for you to run in your community.

Welcome to the Program Bank!

The Program Bank is a library of pre-built programs written by Alephs and BBGs from around the world. Great programming strengthens our chapters, and we can all benefit from exploring successful experiences that other chapters have run. With every program in this library, we encourage you to modify, scale, and elevate these experiences to fit your community.

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Event

These Are My Brothers אלה האחים שלי

Every year on the 4th of Iyar, we commemorate Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s memorial day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism. This is a powerful opportunity to partner with a chapter in BBYO’s Sister Movement, Maccabi Tzair, to run this together.

Submitted by:

BBYO Explore Israel Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Language:

English

Mode:

Virtual

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Friday Night Service: Slumber Party Shabbat

Get comfy, BBYO! Join us for this unique take on what Friday Night Shabbat can look like.

Submitted by:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Language:

English

Mode:

In-Person

Event

You're On an Island

New members compete in an education based program to see which group knows the ins and outs of BBYO the best.

Submitted by:

B’nai B’rith Girls of Greater Jersey Hudson River Region

Duration:

90 Minutes

Language:

English

Mode:

Virtual

Training

Creating OMG WOW Experiences

What does it mean to plan a WOW program? Dive into elevating programs, the different resources you can use, and how to ensure your program has purpose.

Submitted by:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2023

Duration:

60 Minutes

Language:

English

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Board Training: Gizborim Edition

Build strong training sessions for chapter Gizborim. Explore the position's key responsibilities, skills, and term-long priorities.

Submitted by:

AZA & BBG Training Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Language:

English

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

AZA Separates: We're Not Really Strangers

As a member of this brother and siblinghood, you are connected to the thousands of Alephs who came before us and those who will come after. Discover how truly connected each Aleph truly is.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Rex Popick, ILTC 2024 AZA Coordinator

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBG Separates: Mirror Mirror

Mirror Mirror on the Wall... You are the fairest of them all. Find your confidence and believe in yourself alongside your sister and sibling BBGs by looking through the mirror.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Eastern Region

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Cutthroat Kitchen

Ready to show off your cooking skills? Compete in this "Chopped" theme cooking activity.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Lehavah BBG #2527, BBYO Greater Atlanta Region

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBYO Separates: The Power of One Flame

What can one flame do? What can one member do? Feel inspired as you learn the power of just one person.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Rex Popick and Carola Orbuch, ILTC 2024 Coordinators

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Chart Your Own Course

Kick your “Frenemy Within” to the curb and nurture your self-esteem with this activity.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Program Building Team

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

Event

Spilling the Tea

Have you ever experienced gossip? Reflect on the impact gossip has on our lives and relationships. Learn about the tools to raise awareness and be intentional with our words.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Chai Chaverim BBG #552, BBYO Eastern Region

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Inside Scoop on Chapter Programming

Break down the templates and tools, model programs, and Gamechanger Grants at your fingertips to help chapters build excellent experiences.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2022

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Hamantaschen Top Chef

Love top chef? Love hamantaschen? Experiment with a program that allows you to celebrate Purim while competing to make the best hamantaschen with your chapter.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

AZA Separates: Tradition or Evolution?

Explore the importance of Aleph traditions. Dive into their meaning, discuss the evolution of tradition, and how Alephs can unite to continue developing new ones.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2016 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

The Heart of AZA & BBG: MRIHA 101

Recruitment is at the heart of BBYO's mission. Learn about our Movement's relationship-based recruitment strategy in an engaging and interactive way.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2023

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBYO Separates: Our History

As we embark on BBYO's 100th year, feel connected to BBYO's history and feel inspired to establish the role you are going to play in BBYO's history books.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

ILTC Program Building Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBG Separates: Eitz Chaim, Growing Our Tree of Life

In BBG, we grow our own Tree of Life. We build the trunk, branches, leaves, and fruit on the tree. Build our Tree together and commit, surrounded by your sisters and siblings, to building a beautiful BBG legacy.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Carola Orbuch, ILTC 2024 BBG Coordinator

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

4 Species and Me

Learn about the 4 species of plants in the Lulav and Etrog and how they relate to our lives

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Jewish Enrichment Team

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

AZA Separates: Life is a Party

Come together to celebrate our Judaism, reaffirm our brotherhood and strengthen our commitment to leading, united as one crew.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2020 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBYO Separates: How to Own Your Jewish Identity

Rejoice in the different Jewish identities of your siblings and discover how your Jewish identity offers exciting connection and power.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2023

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Friday Night Service: Social Responsibility Service

Geared toward a U.S. audience, we explore societal change and how we as Jews fit into the mold.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Shabbat Morning Service: Cookie Decorating Service

Looking for a way to mix up your Shabbat Morning Service? Tune into this cookie making Shabbat moment!

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Board Training: Presidents Edition

Build strong training sessions for chapter Presidents. Explore the position's key responsibilities, skills, and term-long priorities.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

AZA & BBG Training Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Interfaith Challah Braiding Shabbat

Members are invited to bring any friend to a meaningful, interfaith Shabbat program. Everyone will learn about celebrating and observing Shabbat through pluralistic traditions. Each attendee will leave with their own homemade Challah and cover!

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Ko'ach BBG #2529, BBYO Northern Region East: DC Council

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBYO Separates: Connect With Your Jewish Identity

Create a meaningful BBYO Separates experience as participants explore their Jewish identity through reflecting on the guiding principles and values of BBYO and Judaism.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO IC 2022 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

What is a Movement?

Why is BBYO a movement? What does that mean? Learn what a movement is and how does being a movement define AZA & BBG?

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Greater Jersey Hudson River Region

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Shabbat Morning Service: The Eras Tour

Experience prayer through Taylor Swift's songs, lyrics, and the fabulous emotion inscribed in each of her songs.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2024 Shabbat Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

In Our Strength

Find a collection of program ideas, each in memory of BBYO and Maccabi Tzair who have perished since October 7th.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Jewish Enrichment Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

These Are My Brothers אלה האחים שלי

Every year on the 4th of Iyar, we commemorate Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s memorial day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism. This is a powerful opportunity to partner with a chapter in BBYO’s Sister Movement, Maccabi Tzair, to run this together.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Explore Israel Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Friday Night Service: Focusing on Our Mental Health

Join us for a unique service that interweaves mental health into Shabbat.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Shabbat Morning Service: Founder's Day Service

Let's celebrate Founder's Day (AZA and BBG's birthdays!) together with this thoughtful and fun Shabbat service.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

BBYO Ritual

AZA Separates: Our 100 Year Legacy

Reflect on the history of AZA and how you can one day be a part of the timeline of accomplishments in the Blue Book.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2024 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

AZA Separates: No One is an Island

Explore what it means to be ‘United As One Crew.’ Reflect on how our Order can elevate its traditions to be inclusive and continue to bring out the best of AZA.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2018 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

AZA 101

Run around and go crazy as you experience the secret ingredients that make AZA, AZA.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

G’varim AZA #128, Central Region West

Duration:

120 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Celebrating Sigd

Celebrate Sigd, support the Ethiopian National Project, and embrace Ethiopian Israeli culture. Dance, be inspired, and have a Happy Sigd!

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Jewish Enrichment Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Yes and Know

Setting and communicating boundaries is a key piece of building and sustaining healthy relationships. This workshop encourages teens to reflect on their communication styles and the boundaries they currently set and consider how to proactively identify and assert their needs in relationships.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Built in Partnership with Jewish Women International (JWI)

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Shabbat Morning Service: A Day at Summer Camp

Do you love a camp Shabbat? This Shabbat Morning Service will take you right back to the feeling of spending Shabbat at camp.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Saturday Morning Service: Journey Through Israel

Connect with the land and the people of Israel in this unique Saturday morning service.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

Let's Smash the Cake-Triarchy

Get ready to smash the cake-triarchy! In this separates, BBGs will lift one another up and create goals for their BBG future.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Northern Region East: DC Council

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

For Tomorrow and Today: Exploring AZA & BBG Ritual

Explore the many ritual moments in AZA & BBG and the way we've evolved them over the year with our traditions through discussion, program planning, and learning about BBYO's history.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2018

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Fundraiser

Restaurant Fundraiser

Learn how to fundraise for your community in partnership with a local restaurant or brand.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Emma Rosman, 3rd International Gizborit and Jake Lazar, 3rd Grand Aleph Gizbor

Duration:

120 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBG Separates: Your BBG Connection

Get crafty with your sister and sibling BBGs as you envision your future in BBG.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Joelle Abaew, CLTC 1 2024 BBG Coordinator

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Shabbat Morning Service: Sports Meets Shabbat

Yes, you read that right, Sports Meets Shabbat, the service you've been looking for is here!

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBYO Separates: LGBTQ+ Jewish Pride

Create your own pride flag alongside your siblings to reflect on your LGBTQ+ pride and strengthen your Jewish community.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2024 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Havdalah: A BBYO Movement Moment

Bring your community together in this Havdalah service that celebrates the power of our Movement.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Democracy Exploration: Writing Legislation

Put your ideas into motion! Learn about writing legislation, putting legislation into practice, and how to bring change in your chapter to life.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2023

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Friday Night Service: Slumber Party Shabbat

Get comfy, BBYO! Join us for this unique take on what Friday Night Shabbat can look like.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Shabbat Morning Service: Shabbat Through the Senses

Connect with your sight, smell, touch, sound, and taste during this Shabbat morning Shacharit service.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2024 Shabbat Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Antisemitism: Change for the Future

In recent years, antisemitism has reemerged as an extreme threat to Jews the world over. Jewish history has been plagued with hate, and it is unacceptable to remain passive. By bringing together diverse perspectives at IC, this program broaden Alephs’ and BBGs’ understanding of modern antisemitism. It will also equip them with the tools to prevent future antisemitism, ensuring we follow through with our post-Shoah promise of ‘Never Again’.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO North Texas Oklahoma Region

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Making Your Herstory

BBG has a rich history. Take a journey back through the years to learn about the strong Jewish women who shaped the sorority we know and love today.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

B’nai B’rith Girls of Gold Coast Region

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

BBYO Ritual

BBG Separates: The Power of Reflection

Ready to find your best self? Feel empowered to reflect, refresh, and build community with sister and sibling BBGs.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Courtney Saxe, ILTC 2023 BBG Coordinator

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Healthy Relationships: Choose Respect

What is a healthy relationship? Can you spot the red flags of an abusive connection? We all deserve safe, supportive, respectful, and nourishing relationships! Through analyzing pop culture, Choose Respect teaches teens to define the qualities of a healthy relationship, recognize the importance of asserting boundaries, identify the warning signs of an abusive connection, and discuss ways to support survivors.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Healthy Relationships Team

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Board Training: Gizborim Edition

Build strong training sessions for chapter Gizborim. Explore the position's key responsibilities, skills, and term-long priorities.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

AZA & BBG Training Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Know Your Network Community and Asset Mapping

Create a living platform that provides a space to better understand your community and how to use the assets within it.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2022

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Virtual BBYO Birthday Bash 🎂

Celebrate BBYO's anniversary with fun history trivia and interactive slideshows

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Founders’ Day Planning Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

Event

Ban Bossy

BBGs, have you ever been called "Bossy"? We see you! Let's work together to challenge and change the narrative!

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2019 Showcase Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

AZA Centennial: The Deli Project

Gather around the deli table to reflect on the multi-generational legacy of AZA, hear stories from alumni, and have powerful moments over some Judaism's favorite cuisine.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Centennial Celebration Committee

Duration:

120 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

The Heart of AZA & BBG: Programming 101

Programming is a critical part of AZA & BBG. So, how do we do it? Find out why we program, how we program, and what a strong program is.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2023

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Board Training: Mazkirim Edition

Build strong training sessions for chapter Mazkirim. Explore the position's key responsibilities, skills, and term-long priorities.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

AZA & BBG Training Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Centennial Celebration: BBYO's Birthday Bash

Ready for BBYO's birthday party? Celebrate BBYO's 100th birthday with the best branded, hype party you've ever seen.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Centennial Celebration Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Havdalah: Community of Love

Love, friendship, siblinghood and community are the cornerstones of this Havdalah service.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Celebrate Early, Celebrate Often

Build a culture of celebration year-round by finding moments (big and small) and having a list of creative ways to show appreciation.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2022

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBYO Separates: Back to the Basics, A BBYO Bucket List

Reflect on BBYO's history and the vision of past Alephs and BBGs that have come to life. Create your BBYO Bucket List to bring your vision for our Movement to life.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Mid-America Region

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Exploring Your Values

Determine what is most important to you through this Values Café experience.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International Convention Steering Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

AZA Separates: A Century of Stories

Connect some of the most impactful stories in AZA histories to the incredible words of AZA's cheers.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2024 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

T’filah and Jewish Ritual

Shabbat Morning Service: Meditation Service

If you're looking for an opportunity to truly connect meditation with Shabbat, you're in the right place.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Taste of Memories – "Matkon Im Zikaron"

Taste of Memories is a new and unique commemoration project that aims to commemorate Israel Defense Force's fallen soldiers and Israeli terror victims, through the cooking of their favorite recipes, while telling their stories.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Explore Israel Committee

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

Virtual

Event

Purim Masks

Decorate Purim masks while sharing the meaning behind wearing masks in our every day lives. This program can happen on Purim or around the date of Purim.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

Fundraising: the What, the Why, the How, the $

Demystify fundraising for your community by understanding what to fundraise for, how to layer fundraisers into your calendar, and why it's so important (and easy!).

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO August Executives Conference

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Rosh Chodesh Adar Shtick - Mock Business Meeting

This program offers you a unique way to run a board meeting during the month of Adar. According to the Gemara in Ta’anit 29 a, “Mishenichnas Adar, Marbin Besimcha” when the month of adar enters, we increase our joy. And what better way to increase our joy than by hosting a Purim shtick during a business meeting?!

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO Jewish Enrichment Committee

Duration:

30 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBG Separates: Stepping Up and Stepping In

Explore what it means to carry the empowering values of BBG with you while you take action to foster change in yourself, our Movement, and the Jewish community.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO IC 2022 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

How to Identify Antisemitism

Understand the definition of antisemitism and develop skills to be able to recognize it in various forms.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO ILTC 2022 Planning Team

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Event

Modern Day Maccabees

Connect with the story of Chanukkah by engaging with the movie "Modern Day Maccabees."

Language:

English

Submitted By:

Jewish Enrichment

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

Training

I've Got a Really Big Team: Managing People and Running Meetings

Set clear rhythms and expectations for managing boards and teams and running effective meetings.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

BBYO International August Executives Conference 2022

Duration:

90 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

BBYO Ritual

BBG Separates: Crafting for Confidence

Build your confidence with your sister and sister BBGs as you reflect on how you feel about yourself and how your perception of yourself can grow.

Language:

English

Submitted By:

IC 2024 Separates Committee

Duration:

60 Minutes

Mode:

In-Person

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