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SUMMARY:Learn to Knit and Crochet - Sisterhood Tikkun Olam Project
DESCRIPTION:Join this hands-on workshop where you will learn the art of making healing blankets for Temple Beth El! \nWhether you are a complete beginner\, or looking to expand your skills\, this class is a wonderful opportunity to learn a timeless craft and create healing blankets. Healing blankets are sent to our members when sick (in the hospital or a rehabilitation center) to provide comfort and healing prayers.  You can come to as many classes as you want to learn to knit or crochet with other Sisterhood members. \nClass dates and times: \n\nWednesday\, September 11 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the Schaefer Family Campus\nWednesday\, September 25 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Schaefer Family Campus\nTuesday\, October 8 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the Beck Family Campus (Teens welcome!)\nSunday\, October 20 from 12:30 – 2:30 pm at the Beck Family Campus (Teens welcome!)\n\nRegister\n 
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/learn-to-knit-and-crochet-sisterhood-tikkun-olam-project/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus\, 333 SW 4th Avenue\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood & Sisterhood,Sisterhood,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
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SUMMARY:Voter Registration Day
DESCRIPTION:Jewish teaching and tradition recognizes the importance of having a voice in choosing our leaders. As we do during every election cycle\, Temple Beth El is encouraging our members to vote in the upcoming election\, and we are working to ensure that opportunity exists for all who are eligible. \nOn Tuesday\, September 24 from 4:00 – 7:30 pm the non-partisan League of Women Voters Volunteer Group will be in the lobby of the Beck Family Campus. They can check voter registration to ensure it is still valid\, and help register anyone not registered. 16- and 17-year-old citizens cannot vote\, but they can register now and will receive their voter registration card when they turn 18!
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/voter-registration-day/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus\, 9800 Yamato Rd\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20240820T183718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T210344Z
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SUMMARY:Learn to Knit and Crochet - Sisterhood Tikkun Olam Project
DESCRIPTION:Join this hands-on workshop where you will learn the art of making healing blankets for Temple Beth El! \nWhether you are a complete beginner\, or looking to expand your skills\, this class is a wonderful opportunity to learn a timeless craft and create healing blankets. Healing blankets are sent to our members when sick (in the hospital or a rehabilitation center) to provide comfort and healing prayers.  You can come to as many classes as you want to learn to knit or crochet with other Sisterhood members. \nClass dates and times: \n\nWednesday\, September 11 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the Schaefer Family Campus\nWednesday\, September 25 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Schaefer Family Campus\nTuesday\, October 8 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the Beck Family Campus (Teens welcome!)\nSunday\, October 20 from 12:30 – 2:30 pm at the Beck Family Campus (Teens welcome!)\n\nRegister\n 
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/learn-to-knit-and-crochet-sisterhood-tikkun-olam-project/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus\, 333 SW 4th Avenue\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brotherhood & Sisterhood,Sisterhood,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
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SUMMARY:Reproductive Freedom Town Hall - Vote YES on Amendment 4
DESCRIPTION:Jessica Hatem\, Executive Director of Emergency Medical Assistance\nDerick Cook\, Advocate for Reproduction and Health with Men4Choice\n\nTake action to restore reproductive rights in Florida! \nMembers of our congregation and community were instrumental in collecting the signed petitions required to place Amendment 4 on the ballot in November\, 2024\, which will restore Reproductive Freedom in Florida if passed. \nJoin us for this powerful evening to kick off our efforts to VOTE YES on Amendment 4\, learn why Reproductive Freedom is grounded in our Jewish values and what you can do to help secure this fundamental right. \nWe will hear from guest speakers: \n\nOur Temple Beth El clergy\nJessica Hatem\, Executive Director of Emergency Medical Assistance\, the nation’s second-oldest abortion fund based in Palm Beach County\nDerick Cook\, Advocate for Reproduction and Health with Men4Choice\nLeadership from the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism\nOur teen leaders\n\nRegister\nThis event will also be available on livestream: \nLivestream YouTube
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/reproductive-freedom-town-hall-vote-yes-on-amendment-4/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El – Schaefer Family Campus\, 333 SW 4th Avenue\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20240821T180030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T180120Z
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SUMMARY:Florida Reproductive Freedom Phonebank with RAC
DESCRIPTION:Join RAC-FL as we connect with Florida voters to ensure they have a plan to vote yes on Amendment 4 to protect reproductive freedom this November. All are welcome and no prior experience is necessary. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email including the Zoom link to join. \nThe Reform Movement’s Every Voice\, Every Vote Campaign is made possible in part by the Leo and Libby Nevas Family Foundation. \nRegister
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/florida-reproductive-freedom-phonebank-with-rac/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Sisterhood,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T193614Z
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SUMMARY:Gleaning
DESCRIPTION:Gleaning is helping to collect unharvested crops to be donated to help our community’s hungry and poor. Join the Temple Beth El for this hands-on opportunity to support those in need. We are going to be out in the fields bending and lifting\, so those who want to participate need to be able to do so comfortably\, lifting as much as 30 pounds. Children ages 5 and up can participate in this mitzvah with their parents! \nMore information about the exact location will be shared with those who register. \nRegister\nGleaning Packet 2023-2024\nWaivers 2023-2024 – please print and bring with you
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/gleaning-2024/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240331T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
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SUMMARY:Project 24 Informational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Project 24 began because of the war that started Oct. 7. It is an online global networking organization that anyone and everyone can be a part of helping. While it aims to help those who are suffering in Israel\, their ultimate goal is to promote friendships and connections of Jewish people all over the world. Project 24 is passionate about bringing purpose and meaning back to the lives of those in Israel who have lost so much\, and in the process\, connecting the world’s Jewish community. There is a $24 fee to join\, which allows access into all of the incredible projects being done. \nLearn more about this organization in a special zoom call on Sunday morning\, March 31 at 10am for about one hour. The founders of this organization will share what they have been working on – you can ask questions\, and continue to build a relationship with the people who run it. Learn more about Project 24 here. \nRegister
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/project-24-informational-meeting/
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CATEGORIES:Social Justice,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T170939Z
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SUMMARY:Palm Beach Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:Palm Beach Pride is a two-day festival that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community\, equality and respect in a family friendly environment. The festival is located in Bryant Park in Downtown Lake Worth. For more than two decades\, Palm Beach Pride has served as Palm Beach County’s largest gay & lesbian visibility event. The event features a parade\, live performances\, food and entertainment for all ages. \nWatch or join the Pride Parade at 11 am on Sunday\, March 30th and/or stop by the Temple Beth El booth\, either day between noon and 6 pm to show your Beth El Pride! \nRegister to receive more information or to volunteer. \nRegister\nMarch 29 & 30\, 2025 | 12pm – 6pm | Bryant Park in Downtown Lake Worth Beach\nPride Parade: March 30 at 11am on Lake Ave in Downtown Lake Worth Beach
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/palm-beach-pride-festival/2024-03-24/
LOCATION:Bryant Park\, 30 S Golfview Road\, Lake Worth Beach\, FL\, 33449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20230301T155003Z
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SUMMARY:Palm Beach Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:Palm Beach Pride is a two-day festival that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community\, equality and respect in a family friendly environment. The festival is located in Bryant Park in Downtown Lake Worth. For more than two decades\, Palm Beach Pride has served as Palm Beach County’s largest gay & lesbian visibility event. The event features a parade\, live performances\, food and entertainment for all ages. \nWatch or join the Pride Parade at 11 am on Sunday\, March 30th and/or stop by the Temple Beth El booth\, either day between noon and 6 pm to show your Beth El Pride! \nRegister to receive more information or to volunteer. \nRegister\nMarch 29 & 30\, 2025 | 12pm – 6pm | Bryant Park in Downtown Lake Worth Beach\nPride Parade: March 30 at 11am on Lake Ave in Downtown Lake Worth Beach
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/palm-beach-pride-festival/2024-03-23/
LOCATION:Bryant Park\, 30 S Golfview Road\, Lake Worth Beach\, FL\, 33449\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20240207T174755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T174820Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Community Pride Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:The Levis JCC and Keshet\, a Jewish organization that works for the full equality of LGBTQ+ Jews and their families\, in conjunction with many of our community’s Jewish organizations are excited to bring you South Palm Beach County Pride Shabbat! Our community will join together in a musical\, communal and pluralistic erev Shabbat service and oneg to celebrate the diverse beauty that is our community. All are welcome for this joyous recognition of b’tzelem elohim\, the divine spark that resides in each of us. \nServices led by Congregation B’nai Israel. Event free and open to the community. Registration required. \nRegister
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/2nd-annual-community-pride-shabbat/
LOCATION:Levis JCC\, 21050 95th Avenue S\, Boca Raton\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shabbat & Holidays,Social Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20231206T171948Z
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SUMMARY:Temple Beth El Solidarity Mission to Israel
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Dan Levin on a Temple Beth El Solidarity Mission to Israel organized by J2 Adventures. Witness the incredible unity and strength of our Israeli brothers and sisters as we listen to their stories and provide our love and support. We will meet with Israelis displaced from their homes\, families of the hostages\, and those doing the work of recovery. We will spend time volunteering helping with important projects\, including: \n\nBrothers and Sisters in Arms\, the largest civilian relief center which provides services for displaced people\, soldiers\, and affected families.\nYozma Congegration in Modiin\, Temple Beth El’s sister congregation.\nBeit Shemesh area\, helping to harvest fields in order to provide fresh produce for the country.\n\nRead below for the full itinerary. \n\nCost per person in a double room: $2\,950 at 10 participants – (This will lower to $2\,550 at 15 participants)\nCost per person in a single room: $3\,590 at 10 participants – (This will lower to $3\,190 at 15 participants)\nRegistration fee per person to Temple Beth El: $100\n\nFill out the Interest Form\n\nTrip Itinerary\nDAY 1: ALL ISRAEL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OTHER\nSunday\, February 18\, 2024 \n\nOvernight: Flight\n\nDAY 2: MY HEART IS IN THE EAST\nMonday\, February 19\, 2024 –  \n\nArrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport.\nMeet your J² Expert Educator who will accompany you throughout your mission.\nUnderstanding the Context: Looking back to October 7th and towards the future with your tour educator.\nVolunteer time in Modiin – with Yozma.\nEnter Jerusalem and stop at the Haas Promenade for a traditional “shechechiyanu” blessing of thanksgiving.\nCheck into your hotel.\nDinner and Discussion with Professor Reuvan Hazan of the Political Science Department at Hebrew University for an update on the Israel-Hamas War and its impacts on Israeli life and society.\nGroup welcome dinner.\n\nDAY 3: LENDING A HAND\nTuesday\, February 20\, 2024 \n\nMeet for a talk with MK Rabbi Gilad Kariv.\nDue to a lack of workers\, Israelis now volunteer to work in agriculture. We will volunteer and help harvest fields in the Beit Shemesh area in order to provide fresh produce for the country.\nSpend time with members of ZAKA and learn more about their search-and-rescue efforts.\nUnpacking and Processing: A time to reflect and share about the day.\nDinner on your own.\n\nDAY 4: BEARING WITNESS\nWednesday\, February 21\, 2024 \n\nDrive south to the Gaza Envelope.\nMeet with Chen Kotler – a resident of Kibbutz Kfar Aza. Tour the remains of the kibbutz and learn from Chen about the events of October 7th and their aftermath.\nVisit the site of the Nova Festival massacre near Kibbutz Re’im.\nContinue to Sderot\, located on Israel’s border with Gaza and see reality on the ground.\nDrive back to Jerusalem.\nMeet with Orly Erez from IRAC (Religious Action Center) to learn about social justice initiatives in Israel.\nUnpacking and Processing: A time to reflect and share about the day.\nDinner on your own.\n\nDAY 5: KOL YISRAEL AREVIM\nThursday\, February 22\, 2024 \n\nCheck out of the hotel.\nDrive to Tel Aviv.\nVolunteer at Israel’s largest civilian relief center at the Tel Aviv Expo. The relief center is organized and run by volunteers from “Brothers and Sisters in Arms” – one of the leading organizations of reserve soldiers and offices who headed the 2023 protest movement.\nVisit a hospital or Rehabilitation Center to learn about their work during the current emergency. Speak with staff about how the war has affected the hospital.\nMeet the team behind Israeli podcast Rays of Light: a podcast that captures the stories of women who survived the attacks of October 7th.\nHostages Square has become a national center for the struggle of the return of the hostages. Meet with activists and families in the square and lend your voice to this crucial struggle. End the visit with a special prayer.\nFarewell dinner and reflection. What have we experienced this week? What are we taking home?\nTransfer to the airport for your flight back to the US.
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/temple-beth-el-solidarity-mission-to-israel/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231115
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SUMMARY:March for Israel in Washington\, DC
DESCRIPTION:Temple Beth El is proud to join with Jewish partners across the nation for a March for Israel. Rabbi Dan Levin and Elinor Josephson will be attending to represent Temple Beth El\, and we would love if you could join us too! \nThe march\, organized by the Jewish Federations of North American and the Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations\, in which the URJ\, CCAR\, ARZA and WRJ are full members\, will take place on Tuesday\, November 14 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm on the National Mall in Washington\, DC. \nThe march will be a meaningful opportunity for us to gather with our greater Jewish community to raise our collective voice in support of our communities in Israel and to demand the immediate release of all hostages in Gaza. By bringing thousands of people together from across the nation\, we can stand united against antisemitism and all forms of hate. \nTransportation and hotels should be booked individually\, but if you are going\, please register so we can meet as a congregation once we are there. \nRegister
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/march-for-israel-in-washington-dc/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs & Education,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20220630T171129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T145405Z
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SUMMARY:Light the Night Walk 2023
DESCRIPTION:Temple Beth El has been a proud supporter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night\, thanks in great part to Mike and Judy Blackman. Sadly\, Mike passed away this past year\, but the passion to support LLS continues to burn strongly. This year\, Mike’s commitment to LLS will be recognized at the Light the Night event on Saturday\, October 21 at the Meyer Amphitheater in West Palm Beach. \nIf you are interested in making a contribution or participating in the walk\, please support our Temple Beth El team honoring Mike’s memory. \nRegister or Donate\n 
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/light-the-night-walk-2023/
LOCATION:Meyer Amphitheatre\, 104 Datura St.\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20230718T200853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T141231Z
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SUMMARY:The Giving Tree Informational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in volunteering with The Giving Tree of Temple Beth El? \nThe Giving Tree was started over 30 years ago as a small social action group within Temple Beth El providing holiday gifts for a few local families in need. Currently\, The Giving Tree serves over 2000 children and adults each year. Our four main programs are “Holiday Giving\,” “Quiet Giving\,” “Back To School Backpack Drive\,” and “Clothing Closet.” \nAt this informational meeting you will learn about volunteer and leadership opportunities where you can “give back”. You can make an impact on people in need in our local community and throughout Palm Beach County. Register to attend the meeting in person or on Zoom. \nRegister
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/the-giving-tree-informational-meeting/
LOCATION:Temple Beth El -Beck Family Campus\, 9800 Yamato Rd\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33434\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221001
DTSTAMP:20260617T161545
CREATED:20220907T152153Z
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SUMMARY:Boca Helps Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Donate Coats and Funds for the Winter\nLed by our congregant Mariya Kemper-Reiss\, Boca Helps Ukraine has teamed up with Temple Beth El to accept donations to help displaced families in Ukraine. \nDonate to the Temple’s Disaster Relief Fund to help buy warm coats. \nBoca Helps Ukraine is currently accepting donations of new and gently used coats to be shipped to displaced families in Ukraine to help keep them warm this winter. \nDonation Sites:\nTemple Beth El Schaefer Family Campus\n333 SW 4th Avenue\nBoca Raton\, FL 33432 \nTemple Beth El Beck Family Campus\n9800 Yamato Road\nBoca Raton\, FL 33434 \nFor more information\, contact bocahelpsukraine@gmail.com
URL:https://tbeboca.org/event/boca-helps-ukraine/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220414
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SUMMARY:Ways to Help Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Ways to Help Ukraine\nWe will begin loading our containers to send to Ukraine on Friday\, May 20! Click here to sign up to help. \nDonate Supplies Locally\nLed by our congregant Mariya Kemper-Reiss\, Temple Beth El and The Giving Tree have teamed up with other Boca Raton community organizations to accept donations of essential humanitarian aid items to help those in Ukraine. \nBoca Helps Ukraine is currently accepting donations of new and gently used coats to be shipped to displaced families in Ukraine to help keep them warm this winter. \nDonation Sites:\nTemple Beth El Schaefer Family Campus\n333 SW 4th Avenue\nBoca Raton\, FL 33432 \nTemple Beth El Beck Family Campus\n9800 Yamato Road\nBoca Raton\, FL 33434 \nFor more information\, contact bocahelpsukraine@gmail.com \n \nDonate Funds Globally\n\nThe Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County\, in solidarity with the Jewish Federations of North America\, is collecting funds to be distributed to the Joint Distribution Committee\, the Jewish Agency\, and World ORT. You can contribute to that effort at jewishboca.org/give/ukrainenow\n\n\nThe World Union for Progressive Judaism is collecting funds to support the individuals and families in the Jewish community of Ukraine to help ensure their safety and well-being. You can contribute to that effort at wupj.org/give/ukraine\n\n\nMagen David Adom has been sending aid to Ukraine throughout this conflict. From sending a delegation of Russian- and Ukrainian-speaking paramedics to Poland to treat injured Ukrainians at the border\, to having armored ambulances on the ground and sending more on the way\, to sending a command and control center to coordinate relief efforts to save lives\, MDA\, Israel’s National Ambulance Service has been working diligently to treat the innocent and provide humanitarian assistance. Please click here to donate to this effort today or send your check with appeal notated Magen David Adom Ukraine Emergency Appeal.\n\nDonate Medical Supplies via Amazon\nPurchase medical supplies from this Amazon Wishlist and choose “UkrPoshta Dnipro LLC / Humanitarian Aid\, Roselle\, New Jersey” as your shipping address. These items are being shipped directly to a facility that will fly them over to be distributed throughout Ukraine. \nPurchase Ukrainian Products\nPlease shop Ukrainian products on Etsy and Ebay! This is one way to support people in Ukraine\, and it helps Ukrainian Postal Service pay for planes round trip that will be delivering very much needed medical supplies. \nLearn More About the Jewish Population in Ukraine\nFrom the National Coalition Supporting Eurasian Jewry\nMedia Update \nAdvocacy Alert \n \nMedia Coverage\nWPTV – April 11\, 2022 – “Boca Helps Ukraine takes up collections for war-torn country” \nWPTV – May 22\, 2022 – “Boca Helps Ukraine Organization to Ship Humanitarian Aid to Ukraine” \nFox – May 22\, 2022 – “Boca Sends Aid to Ukraine as the Conflict Rages On” \n \nEvent Speakers\n \nMark B. Levin\, Executive Vice-Chairman and CEO of NCSEJ: National Coalition Supporting Eurasian Jewry since 1992\, is one of the organized Jewish community’s leading experts on national and international political and legislative issues. Mr. Levin travels extensively throughout the former Soviet region on a frequent basis. \nIn 2008\, Mr. Levin received the Soviet Jewry Freedom Award from the Russian Jewish Community Foundation\, and the Order of Merit medal from Ukraine President Viktor Yushchenko. In 2006\, Mr. Levin was honored for 25 years of distinguished service with NCSEJ. \nMr. Levin made his first trip to Russia in 1982\, leading a Congressional delegation to meet with Soviet officials and Jewish activists. He organized the first International Parliamentary Spouses for Soviet Jews Conference in Washington\, D.C. Mr. Levin was instrumental in creating the Congressional Coalition for Soviet Jews – one of the largest Congressional caucuses ever formed. \nIn 1987\, as a member of the Summit Task Force\, Mr. Levin was a key figure in organizing the Washington Mobilization on behalf of Soviet Jews which brought more than 250\,000 people to the nation’s capital on for the December 6 “Freedom Sunday” rally. In 2002\, he again worked closely with the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations and other NCSEJ member agencies to organize the massive April 15 “National Rally for Israel.” \n \nKira Melamed-Vainberg was born and grew up in Ukraine. In her teens\, she worked at the Jewish Agency of Ukraine in youth groups and summer camps. \nWhen Kira made Aliyah to Israel in 2001\, her parents moved from Zhytomyr to Kyiv\, where her mom still lives. \nKira moved to Florida in 2016 and has been working at Temple Beth El since 2019. \n \nIn 1989\, Mariya Kemper’s family immigrated to the United States as political refugees.  Their journey was a long one and they were called “stateless” as they had to give up their citizenship upon leaving.  They traveled to Austria and stayed in a small motel with many other refugees.  From Austria\, they traveled to Italy and stayed there for 4 months while they awaited the documents to enter the United States.  They arrived in December of 1989 which marked the beginning of their American Dream. \nAfter a few years of high school\, Kemper attended Baruch College 1992-1996.  Upon graduation\, she began a career in Advertising – Strategic Media Planning.  It turned into a 20-year career with flagship clients like Hershey\, Merck\, Lufthansa\, MoMA and Chanel.  As a Senior Partner\, Managing Director\, she was responsible for spearheading clients’ media efforts in a multi-channel approach. \nKemper retired in 2016\, in order to be able to be more present with my family\, – husband Brian\, sons Logan and Cooper.  Since then\, she has been active in school PTAs\, fundraising efforts for multiple charities\, HOA Community Boards\, etc.  No longer able to do ballet\, she has picked up new hobbies like tennis\, gardening and even bee keeping. \nSince Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb 24th\, she has thrown herself into every opportunity to help Ukraine and Ukrainians in their time of need. She is deeply worried about her family and all her childhood friends who remain in Kiev at this moment.  Her heart breaks for all of Ukraine and its quest for Freedom.  And she will do anything to support Ukraine – now and forever!
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