Rabbi Bill Kaplan

There are moments in life that ask to be marked—moments of love, growth, transition, and memory

I’m Rabbi Bill Kaplan, and I help shape those moments into sacred experiences. Through weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and other life cycle ceremonies, I work with you to craft something deeply personal—rooted in Jewish tradition and alive in today’s world.

I also share Jewish wisdom through Edible Judaism (the flora of the Torah) and support organizations through consulting—but my primary focus is you, and the moments that matter most.

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Weddings

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Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
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Other LifeCyles
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EDIBLE JUDAISM
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Consulting

With more than three decades of nonprofit leadership experience, I work with organizations to strengthen their vision, leadership, and impact. Whether you are navigating a transition, reimagining your future, or strengthening your leadership, I would be honored to partner with you.


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  • Rabbi Bill presided over both my son’s Bar Mitzvah and daughter’s Bat Mitzvah. He was patient, kind, and genuinely interested in getting to know what mattered to them. His approach resulted in wonderfully personalized and meaningful ceremonies. Rabbi Bill has a subtle way of educating people about Judaism without seeming preachy. He meets his Bar and Bat Mitzvah students where they are at, and leads them to appreciate that Judaism is accessible and relevant to their lives.

    - Glenn and Lucie

  • "Thank you so much, Rabbi! Everything was perfect! "

    —Gina & Reid

  • “Rabbi Kaplan’s presence at this event was such a treat. A perfect complement to the theme of the evening. His passion for Judaism, Jewish learning, and food was palpable and he was tremendously engaging. What a gift it was to have him speak at this event”

    —Gan Ilan Parent

  • "Thank you again for yesterday’s baby naming, it was perfect! We look forward to seeing you in the future :)"

    —Rachel and Matthew

  • Edible Judaism with Rabbi Bill was engaging, delicious, thought-provoking, and fun! He guided us through a tasting journey while making connections to Jewish scripture, holidays, art, gardening, cooking, and more. As we develop programs involving plants and food in connection with the Skirball's new Bloom Garden, this Jewish knowledge will serve us well. Breaking bread in community with peers and colleagues, and honoring Jewish culture in this innovative way, left us all feeling happy and inspired. Thank you, Rabbi Bill!

    ~Skirball Cultural Center Education Team