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June 14, 2011   l   12 Sivan 5771








COMMUNITY INCLUSION GRANTS IMPACT PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Earlier this year, Jewish Federation introduced the Community Inclusion Grant program, created to increase the number of opportunities for Jewish youth and adults with special needs to engage and connect with our community. Designed to encourage the creation of new and innovative programming, these grants are part of Federation’s overall plan to facilitate greater inclusion of Jewish youth and adults with special needs in our community.

Community Inclusion Grants represent an opportunity for community agencies, some of which do not otherwise qualify for funding through our allocations process, to drive new programs and events that support those with special needs in our community. MORE

VANCOUVER TAGLIT-BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL SUMMER TRIPS UNDERWAY

Summer Birthright trips are well underway, with nearly 70 Vancouver participants travelling to Israel for free this summer. Jewish Federation funds one-third of each of these, first time, peer group, educational trips to Israel for Jewish young adults ages 18 to 26 – which come at no cost to the participants. The Israeli government and leading Jewish philanthropists cover the remaining two-thirds of the cost of each trip. MORE

MOISHE IS IN THE HOUSE!

Exciting news for 20-somethings - Moishe House has opened its doors in Vancouver! The first in Canada, Moishe House Vancouver is part the world-wide network of informal hubs for Jewish 20-somethings. These houses are home to Jewish-minded 20-somethings who actively engage their peers through casual programming. Residents build local, home-based communities, and lead ongoing creative, welcoming Jewish programming. MORE



 

MA'ASE WINS SECOND AWARD

Kol hakavod to Mercaz Ma’ase, one of our partners in Israel, which was recognized for the second time in four months, this time by the Israeli Ministry of Defense for its successful work in empowering at-risk youth, and creating systemic change within this demographic. This is the second time that Ma’ase has been recognized recently; the first for contributing to Israel’s social and economic security. MORE
 
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
An Article of Hope June 15 | 7:30 p.m. | For more information fmiller@vhec.org
Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre AGM June 15 | 7:30 p.m. For more information fmiller@vhec.org
JNF Negev Dinner June 16 | 4:00 p.m. | For more information micky.goldwein@jnf.ca
Loaves of Love June 16 | 8:00 p.m. | For more information info@thekollel.com
Vancouver Jewish Folk Concert Spring Concert June 19 | 2:30 p.m. | For more information info@peretz-centre.org
Young Israel of Richmond AGM June 19 | 6:00 p.m. | For more information secretary@yirbc.org
VHA Graduation June 20 | 5:00 p.m. | For more information vha@vhebrewacademy.com
PTI's Evening of Celebration June 22 | 5:30 p.m. | For more information rabbia@pti.org
JCF Trustees Meeting June 23 | 4:30 p.m. | For more information wfinlayson@jewishvancouver.com
JSA AGM June 23 | 6:00 p.m. | For more information jsagv@telus.net
RJDS Graduation June 23 | 7:00 p.m. | For more information sszeplabi@rjds.ca
Above are selected items from the Community Calendar.
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FEDERATION FEATURES




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Do you know someone in need of financial help? The Hebrew Free Loan Association offers interest free loans up to $5,000 and emergency loans up to $750 to members of the Jewish community to help deal with family emergencies, start a new career, pursue education, settle new immigrants, deal with business failure, or generally make ends meet. Apply for yourself or tell someone you know. Please contact us 604.639.1400 or online.

The L’Chaim Adult Day Centre has space available for the beloved fragile older adult in your life.
L’Chaim provides a warm, supportive and stimulating day program and respite for caregivers. For more information, please call Annica Carlsson Hyman at 604.257.5111, local 400 or email.

The JCCGV's Bagel Club runs a weekly community kitchen program open to all adults with special needs, Mondays from 5-7:00 p.m. in the program kitchen at the JCCGV. For more information please contact Anat Toledano at 604.257.5111 ext.710 or email.

Do you have a room to rent or a secondary suite available?
Jewish Family Service Agency has regular requests from clients for both short and long-term housing in the community. If you have a home to share or suite available, please call our housing coordinator at 604.257.5151.
   
Want to meet new people? Learn new skills? Feel part of the community?
Shalom BC Volunteer Centre has many opportunities listed on their website from one-time events to regular commitments, updated every Friday. Please check the website or call 604.257.5181.

 
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