Your journey,
our community
We are the epicenter of young, Jewish life in Cincinnati — poised to meet Jewish students as they are.
Wherever they are.
Wherever they come from.
MISSION
To enrich the lives of Jewish students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world
VISION
Inspiring every student to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel
Our staff
are our foundation,
fostering a vibrant,
welcoming Jewish community.
Rachel
(she/her)
Executive Director
I’ve worked at Cincinnati Hillel for six years. Previously, I was at Beach Hillel in Long Beach for nine years.
Find me at TUC — it's where I can get coffee, snacks, table, and hang out with students all in one building!
I spend my free time baking, folding laundry, or hiding from my four children (sometimes all 3 at once).
Ann
(she/her)
Development Director
This is my eighth year at Cincinnati Hillel. I worked at Oregon Hillel in 2006-07 as a JCSC Fellow.
Find me at Calhoun Starbucks or Jimmy Johns.
When I’m not working, I’m hanging out with my husband and kids, watching Bravo, reading, and baking.
Rabbi Drew
(he/him)
Campus Rabbi
Having spent the better part of a decade with Long Beach Hillel, I am excited to elevate Hillel here in Cincinnati.
Find me wherever you can find coffee.
Outside of work, I enjoy exploring beer, whiskey, Talmud, Marvel and Star Wars, as well as sharing about my explorations.
Amit
(he/him)
Jewish Agency Israel Fellow
This is my first year at Cincinnati Hillel and before that I earned my teaching certificate in Israel and worked for various youth education programs in Be’er Sheva, Israel.
Find me at Skyline Chili!
When I’m not working, I like to play my bass, go to the gym or watch movies.
Khloe
(she/her)
Springboard Innovation Fellow
I moved to Cincinnati in July 2025 after graduating from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in International Studies and a minor in Jewish studies. I am ecstatic to serve the Jewish college students at Cincinnati Hillel!
Find me at Roh’s drinking a London Fog!
In my free time, I love solving crossword puzzles, watching scary movies or trying out new recipes
Mo
(he/him)
Engagement Manager
I started working for Hillel in October 2024 and before that I worked for my family’s company as an operations manager in Turkiye
Find me at Roh’s Street Cafe, they have high quality coffee beans I enjoy a lot!
In my free time, I like to do Brazilian Jui Jitsu, MMA and weightlifting.
Rachel
(she/her)
Director of Student Services
I started working for JVS Careers in March 2021 and before moving back to Cincinnati I worked at Brandeis University Hillel for two years.
Find me anywhere that serves coffee or an ice-cold Diet Coke!
I love to spend my free time strength training, spending time with my perfect dog Rigby and partner DeVon, and hanging out in Cincinnati’s coolest neighborhood, Northside.
Maddi
(she/her)
Wellness Coordinator
This is my first year at JFS as Wellness Coordinator for Cincinnati Hillel, but I went to UC for both undergrad and graduate school. Before this role, I interned at Brighton Center in Kentucky and Dayton Children’s Hospital.
Find me at Cinci Hillel or the JFS offices in Blue Ash!
When I’m not working, I’m hanging with my cats, traveling, lifting, doing Pilates or binge watching reality TV.
Megan
(she/her)
Marketing and Development Manager
I started working for Cincinnati Hillel in February 2024. Previously, I worked in consulting for Accenture.
Find me grabbing coffee at 7 brew or at Graeters!
I love to spend my free time entering (and winning!) giveaways, watching tv, writing, and going to the movies.
Our building
is a home away from home, but our mission transcends its walls.
Visit us to check out a program, study with friends,
or just to hang out. Our door’s open for you.
Rose Warner House
2615 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220
For information about COVID-19 at the University of Cincinnati,
please visit their portal.
Our Partners
magnify our purpose,
deepening our shared impact.
These funders support our relationship-building efforts
to foster a warm, vibrant, and open Jewish community.
Please help us bridge our funding gap.
Our City
is our canvas,
ready for our students
to start their next chapters.
Cincinnati is a diverse, interconnected city with a thriving Jewish community.
With countless professional partnerships and networking opportunities,
Cincinnati Hillel students are linked with the broader community,
positioned for professional opportunities during and after their college experience.