Monday, August 20, 2007

Tikkun Olam in Chicago

Since its inception, Ezra-Habonim Congregation’s Social
Action/Tikkun Olam committee has provided our
congregation with programs exemplifying Tikkun Olam.
Involvement in the Tikkun Olam, both within and beyond
our congregation, is seen not only as an obligation but also
an invaluable opportunity to rebuild our community and
repair the world. Won't you join us?
Jewish United Fund/Volunteer for Tov:
Contact 312-357-4762 or Tav@iuf.org. Many projects for
helping the needy.
Jewish uptown cafe: Kosher meal program for the poor
at 909 W.Wilson, Chicago. Feed the hungry. Volunteers 12
& over, serve & converse. Call 312-357-4762.
Maot Hittim: Provide Pesah food for needy.
Feed The Hungry: We collect food and distribute it to the
Ark which serves needy folks in the West Rogers Park
area. Bring food to the synagogue on the High Holidays.
Helping The Elderly: Jewish Council for the Elderly
offers many services, including facilities, at home services
and meals. To volunteer or inquire, call 773-508-1005 or
www.cie.net.
Gemiluth Chesed: Our synagogue maintains an
Emergency Fund to assist congregants in time of need.
Contact Rabbi Ginsburg.
Ways to Get Involved:
Bring non-perishable food or money for the
shelter.
Donate your hands for home building.
Consider a Yahrzeit contribution to the Gemiluth
Chesed Fund.
Create party centerpieces of canned goods or
books to donate.
Write a letter to your legislator on an issue of
social justice
Fill Tzedakah boxes & bring them to EHNTJC
Donate blood

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