Central Conference of American Rabbis
Religious InstitutionsNew York, United States11-50 Employees
The Central Conference of American Rabbis is a nonprofit organization in the religious institutions field that supports Reform Jewish rabbis as they provide religious, spiritual, and organizational leadership. It seeks to advance excellence among Reform rabbis, strengthen their professional and personal lives, and ensure their perspectives shape the Reform Movement, the Jewish community, and the wider world. Based in New York City, CCAR is a small to mid-sized nonprofit that serves Reform rabbis and the communities they guide. In 2021, Rabbi Erica Seager Asch was named president-elect, reflecting ongoing leadership development within the organization. The CCAR operates within the Religious Institutions sector, focusing on professional development and representation for the Reform rabbinate.