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TOGETHER WE STAND It is remarkable that as we write this message, 120 hostages are still being held in Gaza, their fate unknown. The world has turned upside down as global antisemitism continues to rear its ugly head, and here in Canada we feel increasingly more unsafe.

The global rise of antisemitism has magnified how marginalized we feel as Jews and the importance of community building is exponentially more critical.

Now more than ever, the sisterhood of CHW is attracting a new generation; the focus on funding projects in Israel that benefit at-risk women, children and families is essential; and addressing the tsunami of mental health issues for everyone, particularly treating PTSD, is of paramount importance.

To address community building, CHW held a wildly successful fourth annual FASHION BLOOMS Toronto event in May with over 400 men, women, and young professionals in attendance. Attracting both young and mature supporters, the event has grown steadily since its inception. The success of the event demonstrates the multigenerational strength of CHW, the new face of CHW, and a growing devotion toward Zionism by supporters of all ages.

The bonds of sisterhood will not be broken, and it is a key strength of our community of volunteers and donors. This strength is what sets CHW apart from other community organizations and has attracted dozens of new volunteers and donors since 10/7.

We are currently kicking off our S.O.S - Starting Over Safely summer campaign to empower victims of violence and trauma in Israel and Canada. Domestic, sexual, gender based, and intimate partner violence are societal issues of epidemic proportions in Israel and Canada. The campaign also addresses the critical

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issues around trauma recovery and PTSD treatment for women and children in Israel and showcases how CHW is filling the gaps to support those most at risk. The projects supported through CHW’s donors will provide significant impact and benefit the most vulnerable to change lives, provide hope, and build futures.

Since our last ORAH was published, the ONE DAY AT A TIME campaign for rehabilitation and recovery wrapped up. We exceeded our $2 million goal this year (toward our $3.2 million commitment) supporting the large hydrotherapy pool at Hadassah Hospital and innovative, pioneering treatment for PTSD utilizing hyperbaric oxygen therapy at Shamir Medical Center. We are deeply grateful to the Azrieli Foundation for their lead gift of $1.2 million to the campaign. Our gratitude is extended to the many donors whose support will improve lives. Todah Rabah for your generosity.

We continue to stand as one nation now more than ever before. The diaspora stands in solidarity with Israel and CHW’s support is unwavering in our commitment to fund all our Israeli partners. Our organization is ever-changing, evolving to increase engagement, impact, and to ensure our future. To learn more about our advancements and impact, we hope you will read your ORAH cover to cover.

Everything we do is possible with your steadfast support and for that we are so very grateful.

Thank you for your philanthropy today and always.

Am Israel Chai.

Warm regards,

Lisa Colt-Kotler Chief Executive Officer

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CONTENTS Featured Supporters 15 CHW THROUGH THE GENERATIONS WITH MARTIN GREENBAUM, STEPHANIE AND MARION CAPLAN, GINA GRANT AND SARAH EVANS, SARAH HUTMAN AND FAMILY, & SAM PILLERSDORF 43 CHW COAST TO COAST: EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS

Impact Stories 10 HEALING POWER OF WATER: HYDROTHERAPY AT HADASSAH HOSPITAL’S GANDEL REHABILITATION CENTER 20 IN THE MOOD FOR FASHION: MEET THREE OF OUR SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS FROM NERI BLOOMFIELD SCHOOL OF DESIGN 24 A LIGHT IN THE DARK: A PERSONAL STORY ABOUT MICHAL SELA CANINES PROGRAM 26 LIFESAVING ACCESS: UPDATES FROM FRANNY’S FUND CENTRES ACROSS CANADA

News 14 THE LILLIAN FREIMAN SOCIETY: A BRAND NEW RECOGNITION LEVEL IN HONOUR OF OUR FIRST NATIONAL PRESIDENT 28 EXPANDING OUR REACH: TWO NEW PROJECTS TO EMPOWER AT-RISK WOMEN AND CHILDREN THROUGH OUR SUMMER CAMPAIGN

Project Visits 30 VISIT ISRAEL WITH SHARON FITCH AND JEANNE BRONSTEIN, NEIL CLOSNER, BARRY SHIFF AND FAMILY, HARRY AND NANCY BLOOMFIELD, & CLAUDIA GOLDMAN

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NEXT LEVEL GIVING WITH SUSAN & JOHN ROSE

34 FULL CHW DONOR THANK YOU LIST 40 LEGACY CIRCLE MEMBERS SHARE: EVELYN MAIZEN AND MARCIA SHNOOR

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PUBLISHER Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW) CREATIVE TEAM Rebecca Bowslaugh Daniel Pike CONTRIBUTORS Alanna Elias Jennifer Ierullo Malka-Deena Lewis Katia Ousovitch Karen Rustia Sharon Stern NATIONAL PRESIDENT Lynn Gillman IMMEDIATE PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENT Elayna Latsky BOARD OF DIRECTORS Marcia Glick Dorothy Hanson Jeannette Hoffman Shanna Mittleman Barb Rosenstein Ariella Schachter Linda Senzilet Tova Train CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Lisa Colt-Kotler The articles which appear in ORAH Magazine, while representing the opinions of the authors (or issuing agencies), may not necessarily reflect the official views of Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW). We welcome any letters or comments regarding the contents of ORAH Magazine.

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CANADIAN HADASSAH-WIZO (CHW) National Office 209-638A Sheppard Avenue West Toronto, ON M3H 2S1 Telephone: 416-477-5964 Toll-Free: 1-855-477-5964 Fax: 416-477-5965 Email: info@chw.ca Web: www.chw.ca You can also read current and past issues of ORAH magazine online at chw.ca/about/orah

SUPPORT CHW Your generosity allows Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW) to support education, healthcare, and social services, benefiting women and children in Israel and in Canada. You can contribute to CHW in many ways: • Support a campaign • Monthly giving • Cards and Certificates • Join our Legacy Circle • Support a fundraiser

• Join a chapter • Start a chapter • Volunteer at an event • Host a fundraiser • Volunteer as a canvasser

For 100+ years, CHW has been CHANGING LIVES, PROVIDING HOPE and BUILDING FUTURES.

CURRENT CHW PROJECTS IN ISRAEL

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EDUCATION:

SOCIAL SERVICES:

CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village • Lea Zev Shilman & Joseph Zunia Shilman Therapeutic Program • Emergency Generator • Music Program

World WIZO • Safety Net • Essentials Kits • Respite Summer Camp

CHW Nahalal Youth Village • The Ruth and Fredz”l Cooperstock Dairy Farm

Michal Sela Forum • The Michal Sela Canines • Michal’s Watch

CHW Netanya Technological High School • Culinary Arts Program CHW Neri Bloomfield School of Design at Haifa University • Student Scholarships Hadassah Academic College (HAC) • Alanna Elias Blender Scholarship • Max & Faye Kifer Scholarship

HEALTHCARE: Hadassah Hospital, Mt. Scopus • Large Hydrotherapy Pool at the Gandel Rehabilitation Center Shamir Medical Center • PTSD treatment utilizing hyperbaric oxygen therapy

HaGal Sheli • Mental health for at-risk youth Her Academy • Services for at-risk women escaping prostitution

PROJECTS IN CANADA Franny’s Fund • Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal Scholarships and Bursaries • Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa Canadian Young Judaea (CYJ) Camps & Programs • Across Canada Annual Holiday Toy Drive • Calgary

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EMERGENCY APPEAL We are so grateful to have such generous volunteers and donors supporting us every single day.

Thanks to your incredible generosity, CHW’s Emergency Appeal raised $3,040,002 to support our partners on the ground in Israel, and CHW’s One Day At A Time Annual Campaign raised $2,070,402 in support of rehabilitation and recovery.

Thank you for helping us make a tremendous impact.

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Susan and John Rose recently made a major gift in support of the new Gandel Rehabilitation Center at Hadassah Hospital. We love asking about the motivation behind generosity, and here is what Susan had to say.

ohn and I, along with our children, decided to support the Gandel Rehabilitation Center because we recognize the need of the services the Center provides. Our donation is in memory of my mother, Betty Skolnikz”l, who was an occupational therapist.

Her first job was working with WWII veterans. She always talked about how her work allowed her to help others with the healing of their bodies.

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During CHW’s “Celecation” trip, John and I visited several of CHW’s projects. We saw firsthand how CHW donations go directly towards helping the people of Israel.

I have been a member of CHW Tamid Chapter for 25 years, taking on a variety of positions at the chapter, centre, and national level. In the fall of 2021, Barb Rosenstein and Stephanie Caplan, who were CHW Toronto Centre President and Vice-President respectively, asked me to consider being the next Vice-President. I was very excited to be asked and I happily accepted the position, knowing that I would become CHW Toronto Centre President in August 2024.

I am already a Sustainer, so with my increased involvement in CHW, John and I decided to move our giving to the next level by increasing our donations to CHW. Both John and I grew up in households that taught us to give back to the community through volunteer work and philanthropy. When it comes to Israel and the Jewish community, my grandmother’s words are ingrained in my memory: “If we don’t give, who will.”

We are strong supporters of Israel for that reason and because we want Israel to continue to thrive. We have visited Israel and seen what a vibrant, welcoming, and warm society it is. We are delighted to be a part of CHW’s project.

The new large hydrotherapy pool in the Gandel Rehabilitation Center (pictured right) is funded by CHW. Thanks to the Roses, there is now a lovely reception area for patients waiting for their therapy.

Read more about hydrotherapy on pages 10-11.

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Healing powers of Our 2024 annual campaign, aptly named ONE DAY AT A TIME: On the Road to Rehabilitation and Recovery, funded the large hydrotherapy pool in the new Gandel Rehabilitation Center at Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus.

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adassah Hospital began planning and constructing the large, state-of-the-art Gandel Rehabilitation Centre on Mount Scopus long before October 7, to meet the need for rehabilitation beds and advanced treatment in Jerusalem. With the outbreak of the Iron Swords War, the shortage of rehabilitation services intensified, so Hadassah expedited a partial opening of the multi-story Gandel Rehabilitation Center (GRC) to meet the urgent needs of Israel’s population.

Unlike Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem and other major medical centres in Israel, the Mount Scopus campus did not have a fortified area that could function as a hospital if the area came under rocket and missile fire. Hadassah rigged up an under-construction underground parking garage with the infrastructure necessary to operate a fully functional five-ward, 130-bed hospital, pulling all available workers from other projects to work around the clock, completing the underground emergency hospital within a few short weeks.

Hadassah opened the initial crucial departments on January 17, 2024: inpatient care, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. The hospital continues to expedite construction of the remaining departments, equipping them with leading-edge technologies, to provide the best rehabilitation services.

To meet the increased costs, Hadassah diverted existing resources and raised additional funds for the expedited construction.

To date, Hadassah Hospital has treated more than 700 soldiers and civilians injured by the war, and the GRC has treated more than 200 patients since it opened. Once the eight-floor, 30,000 square meters GRC is completed, it will treat 10,000 patients annually in four inpatient units with a total of 140 beds, and a range of specialized outpatient clinics, quadrupling Hadassah’s capacity and alleviating the severe shortage of percapita rehabilitation beds in Jerusalem.

DONORS MAKING A SPLASH “Supporting Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem is a privilege because since October 7, we believe in the incredible work they are doing at the Gandel Rehabilitation Center to support soldiers and civilians. Our gift will ensure that patients continue to receive the highest quality of care and advanced rehabilitation to rebuild their lives.”

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H Y D R OT H E R A P Y The state-of-the-art hydrotherapy centre opened in April. Comprised of two heated treatment pools, locker rooms, staff rooms, and waiting area, the 1,175 square meter hydrotherapy center will significantly increase the hospital’s capacity.

orthopaedic surgery, cannot yet put weight on their body or limbs, or suffer from intense pain. Staffed by physical therapists trained in hydrotherapy who work with the patients outside of the pool, patients enjoy a continuum of treatment.

Hydrotherapy is an efficacious form of waterbased physical therapy that eases pain, improves mobility, and promotes strength and healing through exercise. Hydrotherapy works by using the properties of water:

Another advantage of GRC’s large hydrotherapy pool is its equipment. Patient equipment, such as underwater bicycles, allow for targeted treatment, while staff equipment, such as waterproof computers, allow therapists to pull patient files in real time while in the water- changing, correcting, or fine-tuning treatment based on the individual’s medical history.

• water pressure helps to reduce swelling and inflammation • buoyancy reduces the impact of gravity on the body, reducing stress on injured joints and muscles and providing for a low-impact environment and easier movement • the resistance of the water helps strengthen muscles and improve range of motion • the warmth of the water reduces pain and inflammation, improves circulation, relaxes muscles, and improves mobility.

For patients receiving treatment, the new facility marks a major improvement from the rehabilitation ward in Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus.

The pool provides a unique platform for treating patients who have undergone complicated

Elazar was seriously injured when the tank he was serving in was hit by an anti-tank guided missile in Gaza, causing a fire and filling the vehicle with smoke.

Elazar sustained burns to much of his body, requiring skin grafts to his face, and severe damage to his lungs from the smoke inhalation. The new facility allows Elazar more sessions than the previous facility, speeding up the recovery process for his lungs. Elazar appreciates the center’s belief in the need for patients to play an active role in their own care – in his case, applying many of the treatments to his burns. “They let me take care of myself - that gives you strength.”

Previously limited to 50 patients per day, today upwards of 70 patients use the large hydrotherapy pool each day, with nearly all soldiers using the hydrotherapy pool as part of their treatment at the GRC. The large hydrotherapy pool’s counter current lane is especially beneficial for the soldierpatients who tend to be young, healthy, and strong, challenging their bodies and rehabilitation (few rehabilitation centres in Israel have counter current pools).

Funded by CHW – and to be named by CHW - the large hydrotherapy treatment pool (187.5 square meters), serves as the main aquatic gym for individual and group therapy sessions.

Sagi Shiftoni sustained severe burns after Hamas terrorists set fire to his home on October 7. He was hospitalized for two weeks in Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem’s Burn Unit. Following intensive inpatient rehabilitation care and psychological support, he participates in outpatient rehabilitation at the GRC. Sagi is profoundly grateful for the care he has received and is still receiving at the GRC. “I am enveloped in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological help. I am taken care of in every aspect of rehabilitation. This is a truly amazing platform on which to build the new life that awaits me.”

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FASHION BLOOMS: RAISING HOPE

PRESENTED BY FABRICLAND / FABRICVILLE Congratulations to CHW on a sold-out event!

You successfully raised over $140,000 in support of physical rehabilitation at Hadassah Hospital, psychological recovery at Shamir Medical Center, and scholarships for leadership programming and camp experiences at Canadian Young Judaea.

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

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Introducing:

THE LILLIAN FREIMAN SOCIETY CHW CREATED THE LILLIAN FREIMAN SOCIETY AS A WAY TO HONOUR GENEROUS DONORS WHO HAVE GIVEN A GIFT OF $100,000 AND UP.

Lillian Freimanz”l founded Canadian Hadassah-WIZO in 1917. Despite her busy home life (married with three children), Lillian hosted meetings, opened her home to new immigrants, supported countless causes, supported veterans, raised funds for those in need, established the first agricultural school for women in Israel (CHW Nahalal Youth Village), travelled the world to fight injustice, and oversaw the transport of 150 Ukrainian Jewish orphans to Canada. Lillian is also celebrated as being the Canadian "Poppy Lady," thanks to her longterm role as National Poppy Chair. By the mid-1920s, under Freiman’s leadership, CHW had grown to 4,500 members and 68 chapters across the country. From 1919–1940, Lillian served as National President of CHW. In 1934, she became the first Canadian Jew to be awarded the Order of the British Empire. Lillian passed away at the age of 55, after passing along her passion for philanthropy to the next generation.

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1-R32 Foundation Sam Altman Anonymous x3 The Azrieli Foundation Maria Beckz"l Kaye Bernstein Trust Fund #1 Marie Buxbaum Ledererz"l Paula Cohen Dr. Geoffrey Conway Memorial Foundation Ruth & Fredz"l Cooperstock Sylvia & Lorne Cristall z"l Marla & Aubrey Dan The Aubrey & Marla Dan Foundation Debbie Eisenberg & Gary Levene The Eldee Foundation Esther Rachel Federmanz"l The Jaclyn Fisher Foundation Adrienne Folb z"l Rachel Lili Gerstenzangz"l Ginette Ingrid Goldz"l Bea Goldbergz"l Bernard Goldbergz"l Harvey Goldmanz"l Paul and Claudia Goldman Sam Goldsmithz"l Ilona Gondorz"l The Harweg Foundation Gertrude Helperinz"l Jeannette Hoffman Roslyn Joseph The Joseph Lebovicz”l Charitable Foundation Rachel Lapidusz"l Elayna & Jonathan Latsky Dena Kelsonz"l Chana Kempner-Sternz"l Esther & Harry Lebovic Marilyn Libin & Jed Gaines Shirley Lipovskyz"l Edith S. Mandellz"l Louis Manpelz"l Irving and Estherz"l Matlow Bertha Moskovitzz"l Eunice C. Mouckleyz"l Dr. Jay Newmanz"l William H. Owenz"l Norma Palmerz"l Paradise Homes Corp.

David Pollackz"l Helen Readz"l Susan & John Rose Gloria I. Rosenberg The Gerald Schwartz & Heather Reisman Foundation Dr. Natalie Shafferz"l Etta T. Shermanz"l Marianne Simorz"l Marilyn and Stephen Sinclair Phyliss Reta Sniderz"l SOMAR Foundation, Sandy & Larry Martin Soskin Family Foundation Thelma Grace Steinz"l Gerald Strollz"l Eva Szuszz"l Martha Vajdaz"l Manual Whitzmanz"l The Wolf Lebovic Charitable Foundation Inez Zelikovitzz"l

Philanthropy and generosity often run in the family, and so does supporting CHW. We are an organization that spans generations: mothers and sons, aunts and nieces, grandmothers and granddaughters, working together to create global impact. This is our family, and together, we are changing the world.

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y late mother, Pearl Greenbaumz”l, first got involved with CHW back in the 1960s when she joined the Ilana Chapter. Years later, she took on her work with CHW full-time and eventually she chaired the Hadassah Bazaar and took on the role of CHW Toronto Centre President from 19811983.

Growing up in an upper middle-class Jewish home, when I got my driver’s license in 1971, I quickly became my mother’s Hadassah assistant. After school, I would be allowed to use the family station wagon to meet my friends, but first I had to schlep boxes of items from Willowdale or Bayview to Forest Hill.

Dropping off and picking up items destined for the Bazaar.

This was my first exposure to CHW, and it was a wonderful thing.

I wanted to help, to make a difference, to effect change, to give back, to see CHW become a better place. It was an extraordinary experience for me, and I learned that money is not the only commodity that is fun to give. The bonus was that I met so many kids my age, either through CHW or through camp, developing lifelong friendships within my own community.

Over the past few years, I have supported CHW Fashion Blooms, Passover Tulip Drive, and the National Garage Sale, which was a tribute to the Hadassah Bazaar.

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Thanks to my mother, I’m a Hadassah Life Associate, but I also volunteer because I enjoy looking back and thinking, “I supported that, and it’s bigger and better now because of me.”

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Our involvement in CHW allows us to contribute to the well-being of those both in Israel and in Canada, reflecting our commitment to Tikkun Olam, the Jewish concept of repairing the world.

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ur family’s journey with CHW began over five decades ago when I first joined the organization. As a passionate advocate for Israel and the Jewish community, I was looking for a way to connect with women who felt the same. I was drawn to CHW’s dedication to supporting healthcare, education, and social services in Israel and Canada, and I saw CHW as a vital way to make a tangible difference.

Through CHW, I forged many lifelong relationships with like-minded women, and together, we had momentum that led to change. My involvement inspired my husband, and later our children and grandchildren, to continue this legacy. Our family’s commitment to CHW has become a multigenerational effort, rooted in the shared belief that supporting Israel and our Jewish community is not just a responsibility but a privilege.

Giving back to the community and practicing tzedakah is important for us, it a core value that has been instilled in our family. We know that our strength and resilience as Jewish people comes from our collective efforts to support one another. By giving back, we honor the sacrifices and achievements of those who came before us and ensure a brighter future for the next generation.

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One of my fondest memories is when I co-chaired the annual CHW Montreal Art Auction. My entire family got involved: my husband, our children and their spouses, and our grandchildren all volunteered.

It was incredibly moving to see three generations working together for a cause we deeply believe in.

It was so important for them to see our commitment, not just in words, but certainly in actions. The event was not merely a way to raise funds for CHW’s projects, but also a way to strengthen our bond as a family and connect with the larger Jewish community. The sense of unity and purpose we felt participating is something I will always be proud of and cherish.

Over the years, my family has been particularly drawn to initiatives that support children and healthcare. We have supported CHW’s daycare centres and youth villages, and we have been strong advocates for CHW’s healthcare projects, such as Hadassah Hospital and Shamir Medical Center.

These initiatives and events resonate with us because they align with our values. By participating in events and supporting these projects, we emphasize the importance of communal responsibility and the power of collective effort in making a significant impact.

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ike many survivors, my mother, Fanny Pillersdorfz”l, was intensely supportive of Israel. It was my parents’ belief that if Israel had existed during the second world war, the Holocaust would have been very different.

Fanny was determined (or some might say stubborn), a trait that served her well when she would fund-raise for Israel. When we emigrated from Barbados to Canada, she quickly joined Canadian Hadassah-WIZO and was involved in numerous fundraising activities. Her favourite activity; however, was the Hadassah Bazaar. With the help of her Weitzman Chapter members, she started a hotdog stand that became a staple of the Bazaar. She had hotdogs and buns donated and served soft drinks.

Eventually, she grew the booth to offer donated coffee and donuts in the morning, and hamburgers and hotdogs thereafter. I would look forward to helping her sell these items along with extended family and friends who would come down to the CNE to help her raise money for Israel.

My favourite memory of the Bazaar is ironically, one of the last ones.

When the Bazaar got to be too physically demanding for her and the rest of her chapter, they asked a younger chapter to take over. Someone I had known for several years, who was a member of the younger chapter, heard me talking about my mother’s involvement in the Bazaar. “My G-d. Your mother was Fanny!” She related with great fondness and awe how everyone in her chapter was scared of Fanny because things at the hotdog stand had to be done in the correct manner or she would be all over them.

In her late seventies and eighties, Fanny, who had always been reluctant to discuss the Holocaust, became deeply involved in Holocaust education, giving lectures to public school classes and attending several March of the Living trips through Toronto and Miami. She never forgot her commitment to Israel though and she began collecting seconds from clothing manufacturers and hired ladies to help her sew and correct imperfections in the clothes. Much to my father’s chagrin (even though he whole-heartedly supported her efforts), she would take every opportunity, day or night, to sell clothes out of their basement to anyone who would call. In this fashion, she was able to raise over $100,000 for Israel.

With my parents providing roles to emulate, it is important for my generation to give back to the community and to support Israel. CHW continues to be an active, vibrant way to do this, with its programs in healthcare, education, and social services, and I am happy to support CHW and continue my mother’s legacy.

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am a very long-standing member and supporter of CHW, having joined a chapter in Montreal right after university. When I moved to Toronto in 1998, I wasn’t very involved with CHW, but I rejoined after meeting Shayla Gunter-Goldstein in 2008. She invited me to be part of her chapter, CHW Toronto Atid Chapter.

I became progressively more involved and started to take on leadership roles within CHW Toronto Centre. My parents also became supporters of CHW in support of me, and later my mom, Marion, increased her commitment because she saw how important CHW is to me.

Our family is very philanthropic. My mother serves on the board of two Jewish organizations in Montreal, my sister Andrea in Chicago is the lay President of a Jewish Day School, my late father was very community-minded and imparted in all of

us the desire to get involved and do our part, so it was only natural for me to take on the role of CHW Toronto Centre President in 2022.

I was looking for a project to support to mark the end of my presidency in Toronto and the Horse Therapy Program at CHW Nahalal Youth Village really resonated with me. My mom agreed to come on board in support as well because she is a lifelong lover of animals and supports other animal focused causes.

I have very fond memories of spending time in the horse barns at summer camp, taking care of the horses, and I became very fond of a lovely gentle white horse named Marshmallow. To care for an animal teaches all sorts of life skills, especially around consistency and commitment, and I am proud that our donation allows CHW Nahalal to impart those skills on their students.

AUNTIE G: The tradition in Leeds, UK, was that recent brides were asked to join a WIZO chapter. I joined a chapter in 1975, soon after I was married.

Sarah’s mom, Susan, married my husband’s brother a few years later and soon she was asked to join a new chapter. I moved over to her chapter to be with her and to help get the chapter started.

When our family immigrated to Canada in 1982, I contacted CHW Ottawa Centre to find a chapter, and some 42 years later I am still a member. I also served on the Board of Directors for three terms, which was a wonderful experience.

SARAH: Growing up, WIZO UK was such an integral part of my identity, and as natural as going to school, brownies, or seeing my friends. The hustle and bustle of women chatting over a cup of tea while shopping the knick-knacks on offer were part of my regular Sunday mornings. My mother or another friend from her WIZO group would also host coffee mornings to raise funds for Israel. And if I was lucky enough, I would be the chosen as “coffee morning opener,” which meant I got to be dressed to the nines and everyone would pay extra special attention to me while getting my picture taken for the local Jewish paper.

The piece de resistance was being picked as the child presenter for the Blue and White Bazaar (our equivalent to the Grand Bazaar in Toronto). I was fortunate to have this honour around my Bat Chayil, along with my three good friends. We all had to make a speech to the attendees and afterwards we had a celebratory meal behind the scenes. It was such a momentous event for me. I kept my speech and have it still to this day. It was a natural progression that I would become involved in the organization when I was old enough to participate more fully.

AUNTIE G: I have so many fond CHW memories, like making blintzes for the Bazaar at the home of Terry Schwarzfeldz”l, with the ladies cooking and the husbands packing and freezing. I also enjoyed

chairing the Designer Duds events where I got to spend several days with women of all ages when we were pricing the items. I have hosted several teas for CHW Ottawa Centre and my family always helped out: my husband encouraged men to attend by welcoming them with a glass of wine in the garden and my daughter-in-law would bake and bring my grandsons to the tea.

Of course, most recently, I was so proud to see Sarah on the Toronto Fashion Blooms committee and I was so impressed with the show when I attended the event in May. I must say that not only did I not expect to live in Canada this long, but I also certainly never thought Sarah and I would be at a CHW event together! It made me very happy!

SARAH: It is important for me to be actively involved in CHW because no matter how hard life is there are always people who are less fortunate and need support. It is important to not only remind myself daily of the blessed position we are in, but also to expose our children to these values and instill that practice into their daily lives.

AUNTIE G: I went to Israel for the first time in December 1973, as a university student volunteer, to pick oranges after the Yom Kippur War. It moved me deeply to see how the Israeli people were trying so hard to build a life for themselves. Giving back to our community has always been important for me and our family.

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eet Mor, a fourth year student of fashion design. Mor was raised by her mother, with no relationship with her father. She grew up dependent on the system for support and began working at a young age. Despite having a job, her studies never suffered and she received the state “perach” scholarship. CHW’s support has provided Mor with the invaluable “breathing room – mental and emotional,” which has helped decrease her stress level and allows her to balance the demands of work, study and projects.

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eet Hadas, a talented artist who could not afford the fashion design program. In addition to the tuition, the program requires a great deal of resources for projects. Receiving a CHW scholarship allowed Hadas to devote more time to her projects. Upon graduation, Hadas hopes to work as a buyer in the field and ultimately as a designer.

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eet Yarden, a third year student of fashion design at the Neri Bloomfield School of Design. Her love and learning of fashion began in childhood. Yarden’s grandmother was a tailor. By the age of 14, Yarden was studying fashion at WIZO Art & Design High School. As a high school student, she would come to Neri Bloomfield School to see their projects. And today, as a student, it “feels like home” to Yarden. Yarden is studying at NBA against odds set against her. Without any financial backing from home, Yarden has been working as a lifestyle journalist to support her studies. With the outbreak of war, fashion blogging came to a halt and Yarden couldn’t afford school. The scholarship provided by CHW allowed Yarden to continue her studies. In the next year, Yarden plans to gather experience in the field, learn from designers, and build a career in the industry.

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IN THE FIRST SIX MONTHS OF THE WAR, THE MINISTRY OF WELFARE IN ISRAEL RECEIVED 4,565 REFERRALS FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FROM THE POLICE AND THE JUSTICE SYSTEM.

STRESS LEVELS IN ISRAEL ARE AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH AND OVER HALF A MILLION ISRAELIS ARE AT RISK OF DEVELOPING PTSD IN THE AFTERMATH OF 10/7.

EVERY 6 DAYS A WOMAN IN CANADA IS KILLED BY HER INTIMATE PARTNER, AND 44% OF WOMEN HAVE REPORTED SOME FORM OF ABUSE IN THEIR RELATIONSHIP.

UP TO 84% OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS IN CANADA WILL DEVELOP PTSD OR OTHER MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS, INCLUDING CHILDREN.

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BELIEVE BELIEVE THEM THEM HEALHEAL THEM THEM

AUGUST 20-21, 2024 SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 27 HOUR CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN EMPOWERING VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE AND TRAUMA IN ISRAEL AND CANADA. THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS MATCHING HEROES AND SUPERHEROES, EVERY DOLLAR DONATED WILL BE QUADRUPLED TO HELP US REACH OUR $600,000 GOAL.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are calling for canvassers to help CHW raise funds for this year’s campaign. If you or someone you know is interested in helping out, please visit the website below, or scan the QR code to learn more:

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A Light in the dark

CHW supports the innovative Michal Sela Canines program, which provides women like Abby, who are under high-risk threat of intimate partner violence, with a life-saving protection dog. This is Abby’s story.

Four years might not seem like a very long time.

It’s the length of most university degrees. It’s how much time we wait between Olympic Games. You could probably learn the basics of a new language in that span of time. Four years was long enough for Abby to get married and have two beautiful children. It was also enough time for Abby to withdraw from her family and friends. It was enough time for Abby to learn how to hide what was going on in her own home. It was enough time to start living in fear for her life.

During their four years of marriage, Abby’s husband took control of everything. She couldn’t even have a conversation with a neighbour without it ending in violence. He was in her every thought. “That’s what happens with violence, he takes control of everything: of the light of your life, your beliefs, everything. Even the most trivial things, like how to play with your child.”

When the violence started to get worse, Abby became good at hiding it from everyone: her children, family, friends, colleagues. One day, her eldest saw his father hitting her. She was able to cover it up, but the next time he saw his father attack his mother, he witnessed her being stabbed, 40 times. “He was four then, and he still remembers it. It’s something no psychologist can cure. The boy remembers it to this day.”

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Abby survived, and her husband received a five-year prison sentence. For five years, Abby felt she was the one in prison, “I lived every day over those five years as if it was my last. I was the most amazing mom for my kids; every day I was a fairytale mom, roughhousing with them, taking them on trips, cooking with them, messing up the home.”

As her ex-husband’s release date drew near, Abby’s anxiety rose to intense levels. “You know what darkness is? Well, it was darker than that. Darkness with no light, and no-one to come and turn on the light. Just dark.” For months, Abby couldn’t sleep, despite sleeping pills and tranquilizers. Abby simply came to terms with the fact that the day her exhusband would be released from prison would be the day she died.

The police and welfare department had one solution: a shelter. “Everything I’d built over those five years is thrown away. All the rehab I did on myself. From now on, you live in fear in the shelter.”

Two months before her ex-husband was released, Abby saw a post about Michal Sela Forum (MSF) on social media. She reached out, ready to try anything. She was so happy when she heard back almost immediately. MSF set Abby up with a panic button and home security cameras. They also started the process of introducing her new canine protection dog: Zili.

The canine protection training was uncomfortable for Abby at first, she didn’t even feel confident petting the dog. Watching the dog suddenly spring into action was also scary, after everything Abby had been through. “You’re trying to get away from violence, and now suddenly the dog becomes… violent. For five years, I hadn’t experienced violence, and now there’s violence next to me, but this time for protection. If I activate him, does it make me violent? That’s something I couldn’t get my head around.”

Zili had an amazing impact on Abby and her children. “I’m not living with fear anymore, I’m living the way I want to live, and I’m having fun doing it. The dog is a blessing for the kids - I got my kids back.”

Abby’s elder son used to have a fear of dogs and would certainly never touch or pet one. Today he lets Zili lick him, lie on top of him, play with him.

Today Zili listens to him and he listens to Zili.

“There’s this amazing harmony between them.

With the war, Zili has been like medicine for them, he gives them strength- and me too, a lot. If a siren goes off, Zili licks them, or goes to their side and stays with them. Imagine how much security he brings into the home, for me, for the kids.”

MSF, and in particular the Michal Sela Canines, provided Abby with security. “I can breathe again.

I’m not controlled by fear now. The woman I am now isn’t anything like that woman back then. The woman who started the program isn’t like that woman who was stabbed over 40 times. While I was being stabbed, I didn’t cry out. I didn’t even call out.

Neighbors called the police - it didn’t cross my mind to call the police.”

Abby found her identity and her voice thanks to Zili. She smiles more, talks more, and doesn’t hide behind her story. She brings Zili to work with her and has shared her story with her colleagues and friends. She is proud of what she went through and how she came out on the other side. “I can be an inspiration for other women, and for everyone around, so they don’t look at us women as poor victims. We’re not poor victims. We didn’t choose to be brave. We can be a light for each other and for other women.”

Abby is so thankful that she found Michal Sela Forum and Zili. She hopes MSF can reach every home in every corner of the world. “People need to know that the Michal Sela Forum is literally our light, our life. The Forum was established because a woman was murdered. Because of that woman who was murdered, I’m alive today.”

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lifesaving access

Franny’s Fund ensures at-risk children and families have access to legal counsel and therapeutic counselling services as they navigate the criminal justice system.

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ranny’s Fund was created by Rebecca Snukal in 2021 to provide financial resources for urgent needs of children/youth and families who had the courage to report and stop violence. Being able to provide resources to support caregivers and their children through the process helps to minimize significant trauma down the road.

Click on the icon for a video from centres across Canada.

CHW began supporting Franny’s Fund in 2022 through Luna Centre and Homefront in Calgary. Last year, we expanded support across Canada to increase our impact and help as many at-risk families as possible.

CALGARY Luna Centre provided 89 therapy sessions, unique therapeutic intervention for 29 individuals including 12 caregivers - and engaged 17 counselling professionals.

Homefront supports legal fees, financial aid for tutoring services, security cameras for families in high-risk situations, and empowering events for women and their children.

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MONTREAL Fondation Marie-Vincent supported many families by providing financial support, food, therapy with interpretation, and transportation to necessary services.

VANCOUVER Treehouse launched a child counselling program for victims of abuse and for those experiencing complex symptoms, cutting out lengthy waits for free services.

OTTAWA CFS Ottawa provides group counselling for children who have experienced sexual abuse and provides fees associated with the justice process.

TORONTO Boost expanded their Child and Youth Advocacy Program, supporting 157 families during police and child protection investigations and hired a designated advocate, which led to a 36% increase in support for families.

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Expanding our reach In addition to Michal Sela Forum, Franny’s Fund, and WIZO Safety Net, CHW’s S.O.S - Starting Over Safely Summer Campaign is supporting two new projects in 2024: HaGal Sheli and Her Academy.

HaGal Sheli

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or over a decade, HaGal Sheli has empowered and educated youth nationwide to conquer life’s challenges by harnessing the transformative power of surfing, fostering personal growth, resilience, and success.

In the aftermath of the attacks on October 7, HaGal Sheli launched an emergency trauma intervention

(My Wave)

program to prevent the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among affected individuals.

Since the onset of the war, HaGal Sheli has provided critical care to over 1,000 evacuees from the most affected communities in both the north and south, released hostages, Nova Festival survivors, active combat soldiers, and veterans.

CATCHING THE WAVE OF LIFE The primary aim is to prevent the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among this vulnerable demographic. This unique initiative utilizes surfing as a powerful therapeutic tool, complemented by the expertise of a dedicated team of educators, clinical psychologists, and social workers.

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their sense of control amid uncertain conditions in the sea and release pent-up energies. They also benefit from group support, and experience success by overcoming the challenges of surfing. Nature therapy is an integral part of the healing process, fostering both physical and mental recovery.

Certified surf instructors lead each weekly session throughout the program, supported by trauma specialists, clinical psychologists, educators, and mentors.

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er Academy is a revolutionary non-profit organization, working holistically to support highly vulnerable women escaping prostitution and violence in Israel through the provision of vocational training, job placement services, and more. Their success rate is remarkable:

85% of students graduate and over 70% of those eligible for work find stable employment.

Her Academy starts by addressing the endemic challenges, including lack of formal education, social stigmas, debt bondage, trauma, low self-esteem, and isolation. They empower their students to find and use their own voice. They restore independence and control by providing access to education, skillbuilding and a judgment-free learning environment.

They provide a structured support system during the transition out of sex work and into the Israeli workforce. Their services work together in and with the existing system to enhance overall support: OUTREACH TO REHABILITATION CENTERS

BY HER ACADEMY REFERRALS TO HER ACADEMY FROM REHABILITATION CENTERS INTAKE MEETINGS WITH EACH STUDENT PARTICIPATION IN A 14-WEEK COURSE. STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO TAKE AS MANY COURSES AS THEY LIKE. CONTINUATION OF THERAPY SERVICES BY REFERRING ORGANIZATIONS. HER ACADEMY MAINTAINS ONGOING CONTACT WITH EACH GRADUATE

In 2024, with CHW’s support, Her Academy hopes to support 200 students in Tel Aviv and 40 students at a branch opening soon in Haifa.

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ormer CHW Victoria Centre President Sharon Fitch and CHW member Jeanne Bronstein visited Hadassah Academic College in May. The visit began with a tour of the recently renovated DAN Department for Creative Human Design – a unique industrial design unit with a focus on inclusive design to ensure access and use of products by all. The redesigned department has inspired its 120 students, 80% of whom are women and 30% of whom have been serving reserve duty in the Iron Swords war.

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Sharon and Jeannie also visited Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem and the CHW Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Unit (PCCCU). As one of just three cardiac-dedicated programs in Israel, the PCCCU’s 16-room unit treats approximately 1,000 children a year. The unit will be hosting the National Conference on Neonatal Intensive Care – a conference that was initiated and developed by two of the unit’s nurses, under the inspiring leadership of department head, Prof. Uri Pollack.

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Sharon and Jeannie visited the Blender’s ultraorthodox student campus and met with two students.

The first, Miri, is a third-year student who made Aliyah with her family from Russia. Miri came to the Blender with, “just the seeds of the idea.” With the support of the Blender, Miri developed a coding company with a first and very pleased customer. The second, Deborah, is a first-year student who made Aliyah with her family from France. Deborah and Miri together, in The Blender, developed Vital Whisperer, a life-saving, first-aid instruction application suitable for anyone, not just those with a medical background.

Miri and Deborah and their achievements via the Blender are mind-blowing! The Blender is trailblazing a new path for the young minds in the religious community. Now in its fourth year, the Blender has had over 1,000 participants in its various activities.

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uccessful Canadian businessman and entrepreneur Neil Closner, had a personal tour of Hadassah Hospital’s recently opened Gandel Rehabilitation Center in April. Not yet completed, Neil visited the large hydrotherapy pool funded by CHW, the underground emergency hospital, and a variety of other rehabilitation departments. Having served in a leadership role at Toronto’s Mount Sinai Hospital, Neil’s deep understanding of healthcare made his appreciation for the Gandel Rehabilitation Center’s advanced technological and personal treatment extra meaningful.

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The most powerful part of Neil’s tour was meeting Michael. Michael is a 57-year-old reservist in the combat engineering unit of the IDF. On October 7, Michael didn’t wait to be called to service, he and a friend drove south and fought Hamas terrorists. Uninjured, the two fought in Gaza until late November when their unit came under attack. Michael was shot in the ankle and his friend was killed. Michael underwent two surgeries at Ein Kerem, before being transferred to Mt. Scopus, where he underwent an additional four surgeries. Today, Michael is an outpatient at the Gandel Rehabilitation Center. He can’t thank Hadassah and its staff enough for their excellent treatment.

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n December 2023, Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem hosted a touching ceremony dedicating the beautiful bronze sculpture donated by Barry Shiff to Professor Ofer Gofrit and the entire urology department. Before an intimate group of family, friends, and department staff, Barry shared his personal story of misdiagnosis, neurological issues, and doctors in Canada and the U.S. who told him to live with it. Then he met Prof. Gofrit, the head of urology at Hadassah Ein Kerem.

After 10 years of being told there was nothing that could be done, Prof.

Gofrit, and his team operated and healed Barry’s long-term issues. As he was leaving the hospital, Barry saw a sculpture in the gift shop that resembled hands of a surgeon.

Barry found the artist, Sara Ezer, and commissioned her to create the hands of a surgeon in bronze for Prof. Gofrit and his department.

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arry and Nancy Bloomfield visited the Neri Bloomfield School of Design in June. Hosted by acting President, Arch. Ori Ronen and incoming President, Prof. Lea Perez, Harry and Nancy viewed exhibits by each of the departments and met with scholarship recipients supported by CHW and the Eldee Foundation.

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HW Past National President Claudia Goldman visited Nahalal Youth Village in February as part of WIZO’s Cultivating Tomorrow’s Leaders tour. The visit began at the Nahalal cemetery, where Nahalal Director Galia Alef and former Commander of the Israel Air Force and Nahalal graduate Amikam Norkin led us through the cemetery of the first moshav. After the cemetery, Claudia met with today’s leaders in the making: Na’aleh students.

In March, Claudia also visited CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village. It was her first visit to the youth village in seven years. During her tenure as CHW National President, Claudia was instrumental in the renovation and expansion of the youth village. The nostalgic stroll through Hadassim’s campus was moving, but the highlight without a doubt was meeting the Na’aleh students living in the Claudia Goldman Dormitory Hey. The six students who made Aliyah from different parts of the world shared their experiences as students at Hadassim during the Iron Swords war.

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In recognition of generous cumulative giving* received between January 1 and December 31, 2023 from $1,000+ GIFTS OF $1,000,000+ ‘The Azrieli Foundation

GIFTS OF $10,000+ Aron Abecassis The Alvin & Mona Libin Foundation GIFTS OF $100,000+ Susan & Joseph Balinsky 1-R32 Foundation Shelley & Dan Baruch Simon Altman Karine Bellisha & Michael Cons Fran Belzberg Aubrey & Marla Dan Foundation Ben and Mary Zukierman Family Fund Ruth Cooperstock Stephanie Caplan & Robert Pelcowitz Debbie Eisenberg & Stephen Cotsman and the family of Gary Levene Teresa Schwarzfeldz”l Estate of Adrienne Folbz”l Karen & Lionel Dubrofsky Roslyn Joseph Lynn Gillman Marcia & Bernard Glick Esther & Harry Lebovic on behalf of Shirley Glick The Joseph Lebovicz”l Charitable Foundation & The Wolf Lebovic Gayle & Harry Goldgut Charitable Foundation Claudia & Paul Goldman Irving & Estherz”l Matlow Joanna & Matthew Goodman Barbara Hennick GIFTS OF $50,000+ Seda & Stanford Korsch Nancy Cohen Katarina Kraizel The Eldee Foundation Mina Kupferberg The Jaclyn Fisher Foundation Leboff Family Charitable Foundation Judith Harris Josephz”l & Rochelle Levittz”l Symetryx Corporation Sharon B. Lipman Florence & Sheldon Miller GIFTS OF $20,000+ Pursuits M.W. Inc. Anonymous (4) Jeffrey Royer RSM Canada Ansky-Coulson CIBC Private Wealth Management Sharon Cookie Sandler Tali & Jeff Baum Rosalie Sharp Shellianne Bedder and Warren Green Marilyn & Stephen Sinclair Bell Mobility Myrna & Steve Singer Neil Closner Marnie Zigman Stern & Richard Stern Sylvia Cristall Beverly Sultineau Fowler Famglas Foundation Renée Wolfe The Friedberg Charitable Foundation Gina Grant GIFTS OF $5,000+ Jeannette Hoffman David Abramsky Sarah & Gary Hutman Alma & Bruce Abugov Kimel Family Hayley Baboushkin Shaffer & Ian Shaffer Elayna & Jonathan Latsky Debbie & Mark Bank The Lindy Green Family Foundation Barrday Patricia (Lala) Berkovic Marilyn Libin & Jed Gaines Heather Glassman Berkowitz New Century Charitable Foundation Mark Tinnerman, BMO Nesbitt Burns The P. Austin Family Foundation Mel H. Brown Ronald S Roadburg Foundation Marion Caplan Susan & John Rose Lisa Colt-Kotler & Andrew Kotler Karen & Ben Varadi Delaney Capital Management Ltd. Elise & Barry Walderman DFC Auto Group Inc Carole & Bernie Zucker and Family

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Alex Osten Adrienne Pacht Linda & Bernard Papernick Hannah & Marvin Pascal Lola Pawer Sharon & Mark Pearlstein Pennylove Holdings Solomon Pillersdorf Sharon L. Pollock Sylvia L Polskyz”l Dr. Ana M. Porzecanski Dr. Lorne & Beth Price Erica Prussky Marsha Ptack Rochelle Rabinovitz Merle Rachlin Rebecca and Alan Simpson Family Foundation Fern Reich Gloria Reinhart Beverly Reisman Jesse Remillard-Steiner Ofer Reshef Marlene & Ronald Richardson Monty S. Robbins Murray Robins Lisa Ritchie Dianne & Grant Roebuck Debra Roher Nanette Rosen & Michael Feldman Lori & Jeff Rosenthal Dr. Stuart & Irene Ross Molly Ross Linda Rotchin Marilyn Rotenberg Fonda Roth Sheila & Danny Rother Eleanor Roth-Latsky Shelley Rothman Sonia & Gerry Rowan Patsy Mallek Royer Arthur Z. Rubin Lorne Rubin Toby & Sidney Rubin Stephanie & Daniel Rusen Susan Sacchi Karen & Barry Sacks Susan Sager Michelle Lavine & Larry Saltsman Diana Salvati Fellen Maxine Sanders Judy & Sam Sapera Debra & David Satok Randi & Peter Satok Steven Satov Bea & Hershie Schachter Diane Schwartz Gayla & Ken Schwartz Jerry Schwartz Michael Schwartz Mina & Charles Schwarz Ann Davis Secter Ilse Seetner Joel Segal Marcy & Mark Segall Tammy Seigel Jane Shadley Brondell Shapiro Monica & Barry Shapiro

Vivien Sharon In Memory of Clarice Buckwoldz”l Shawna Goodman & Todd Sone Family Foundation Rhonda Sheff In Memory of Bella Sheftelz”l Gerald Sheiner Janice & Lloyd Sheiner Ellie Sherman Betty Ann Sherwood Elaine Shiff Susan Shinoff Lindy & Stanley Shortt Judy A. Siblin-Librach Marissa Sidel Deborah Siegel & Eric Beutel Hinda & Allan Silber Kory Ireland & Arthur Silver Silverspoon Dinner Rebecca & Alan Simpson Sally Singal Robin Turack Beverley Siskind Paul Sitzer Jeannie & Peter Sklar Debby & Ted Small Dr. Stan & Carey Smith Mr. Jay Smith Mandy Smith-Haber Rebecca Snukal Roberta & Rick Soderstrom Steven Sofer Pro Corp Karen Solomon Fran & Edward Sonshine Southwood Development Corporation Donna Spaner Michael Spiegelz”l Carol Lou Spiegel Julie Spira, In Memory of Elizabethz”l & Leslie Herczogz”l Harriet Star Suzanne Stein Debbie S. Steinberg Dori-Ann Steinberg Dr. Mireille Steinberg Mariel Heller & Mark Steinman Michael Steinman Lisa Stern & Zachary Gillman Peter Stock Vivian & Howard Stotland Shana & Ronnie Strauss Barbara Sugar Barbara & Martin Sversky Eunice Swadron Beverly Swedko Darlene Switzer-Foster & Bill Foster Deborah & Howard Szalavetz Lauren Tabatznik Lois & Marvin Tafler Francine Taras Maureen & David Tartick Mary Taub Sara & Irwin Tauben TD Commerical Bank Aurelien Teboul Maidy & Irving Teitelbaum Louise Tenenbaum The Chelminski Family Foundation The Leonard Simpson Family Foundation

The Sam Yakubowicz Family Foundation The Shadigee Investment Corporation Ryan Tomicic Harriet Train Tova & Marshall Train Miriam & Paddy Trehearne Ruth & Phillip Ullman Union Lighting & Home Upper Canada Soap & Candle Makers Corp Tina Urman Lillian Vineberg & Morris Goodman Evelyn Vinerz”l Nancy Viner Bonnie & Victor Vogel Kit Sawhney Wainberg Family Nadine & Terry Walman Cynthia Borovoy Warren Andrea & Samuel Wasserman Goldie Wassermuhl Mary Waterman & Collin Paulson Wendy Weber Marilyn F. Weinstein Risa Weinstein Rozlynn & Eddie Weinstein Marilyn Weisbart Caroline Weiss Sasha & Thomas Weisz Janet Weisz-Asa Susan & Jonathan Wener Barbara Wenger & Fred Wenger Zees Wenger Janet & Allen Werger Ruth Wilansky Rhona & Steve Williams Carole Winberg Judy Winberg Cynthia Wine Jane Winikoff-Plotnick & Lawrence Plotnick Randi Winter Murielle Zagury & Daniel Wise Carole Wolfe Karen Wolfe Sherri & David Wolfish Pamela Wolfman Shelley & Harold Wolkin Karen Assouline & Dov Wolman Sirky Wolynetz Rachelle Wolynetz-Frankel Sylvia Wortsman Gloria Wunderz”l Chen Xu Gwendolyn Yacht Ellen & Barrie Yackness Liora Yakubowicz Toby & Joel Yan Betty Young Nelly Zagdanski Beverley Zaifman Helene & Don Zarbatany Susie Zarnett & Ben Zarnett Charlene & Alex Zbar Judy & Martin Zelikovitz Helen & Leonard Zenith Shelley Zimmerman Sheila J. Zive Karen Gosbee & Mark Zivot Rose Zivot Andrea Zlotnik & Dean Mendel Sarah Zolberg

WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND RECOGNIZE THE STEADFAST SUPPORT OF THE FOLLOWING: 1093026 Ontario Limited 3651835 Canada Inc Carole & Arnold Abramson Freda & Marvin Abugov Acting Up Stage Theatre Company Inc Linda Adams & Gil Troy Luba Allen Avi Amir Aqueduct Foundation Vivian Astroff Phyllis Balm-de-Vries & Alfred Balm Barry and Esther Naiberg Family Fund Eva Bartonz”l Natalie Batshaw Debbie Baylin Leona Bell Bergwen Industries Ltd MedMobility Ann Bernickz”l Bina and Leonard Ellen Family Foundation Sarah Block & Denis Beaulieu Maria Beckz”l Marilyn & Paul Bild Else Boehm Brian Bossin Professional Corporation Byron Holdings Ltd C & C Packing Inc. Robin & Norm Chernick Sandra Chernoff The Citrine Foundation of Canada Caroline Cohen Cora Cohen Diane Cohen Helen & Alan Cohen Louise Cohen Robyn B. Cohen Helen Colemanz”l Miriam Cooper Mollie Corberz”l Sandy Corenblum Cristall Group Investments Inc. Shirley Croll Beverley Davis in memory of Evelyn Davisz”l Pearl Dennisz”l Dianne Kardish Memorial Fund Trudianne Dolman Frieda Lewin Dymz”l Joanne T. Emerman Mark Epstein Marcelle Essesz”l Estate of Abe Leithz”l Estate of Anna Ruth Leithz”l Estate of Beatrice Norma Hockz”l Estate of Dianne Kardishz”l Estate of Elizabeth Narodz”l Esther Rachel Federmanz”l Estate of Eunice Mouckleyz”l Estate of Eva Braunz”l

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Estate of Frank Hardyz”l Estate of Lee Koffmanz”l Estate of Lucy Niskerz”l Estate of Nora Finkler Levinez”l Estate of Suzanne Destonz”l Estate of Sybil Sarah Lichtensteinz”l Estate of Tatjana Tryjanskiz”l Estate of William Evansz”l Paul Faibish Margaret Farkas Susan and Arnie Fine Irene Finkz”l Phyllis Flatt Cynthia Flower Frankenburg Foundation The Gerald Schwartz and Heather Reisman Foundation Rachel Lili Gerstenzangz”l Joseph Gold Bernard Goldbergz”l Beryl Goldmanz”l Harvey Goldmanz”l Ralph Goldmanz”l Sam Goldsmithz”l Sylvia Goldstein Ilona Gondorz”l Philip Gordonz”l Great Gulf Homes Charitable Foundation Shirley Greenbergz”l Helen Greenfeld Mark Halpern Gertrude Helperinz”l Ira Gluskin & Maxine Granovsky Gluskin Charitable Foundation Joseph Rinzler Investments Helen Kahanez”l Alan Katz Frank Kettnerz”l Chana Kempner-Sternz”l Fay Kiferz”l Madzia Krymalowskiz”l Connie Monson Kussnerz”l Rachel Lapidusz”l Esther & Dave Laredo Lianne Leboff Ruth Leithz”l Enid Lesserz”l Charlotte Levenez”l Rochelle Levittz”l Joe Levyz”l Jay Libfeld Bluma Litner Lloyd Liverant Bess Lokach Rita Marie Mackayz”l Louis Manpelz”l Neil Maizen Marion & Shlomo Mayman Jacqueline Meltzer Minto Apartments Limited

Miriam Neveren Memorial Fund Mariann Molnarz”l Jack Naveranz”l Dr. Jay Newmanz”l Shirley Ogdenz”l Norma Palmerz”l Paradise Homes Corp.

Paul Heller Ltd. Barbara & Pinchas Pleet Sophie Podhoretz Schachterz”l David Pollackz”l Nancy Poslunsz”l Sandy & Alan Posluns Frayda Raber Joyce Raymond Helen Readz”l Faith Ribackz”l Georgina Rigorz”l Gloria I. Rosenberg Paul Rosner Ruth and Hy Ross Royal Bank of Canada Perla Rozen Tracey Rumig & Stephen Eichler Ruth E. and William H. Ross Foundation Evelyn Bloomfield Schachter Marcia Schnoor Berel (Ben) David Schwartzz”l Natalie Shafferz”l Faigel & Len Shapiro Kayla Shoctorz”l Silver Star Automotive Group Judy Silver Marianne Simorz”l Melissa Singer in memory of Phyllis G. Singer & A. Leo Singer Heather & Areyh Snitman Mildred Sonshinez”l Sybil Staniloffz”l Carla Stein Allan Stitt Gerald Strollz”l Sam Switzer & Family Syra Kamin LTD Edith Thompsonz”l Martha Vajdaz”l Gabi Weisfeldz”l Manual Whitzmanz”l Sheila E. Wolfishz”l Inez Zelikovitzz”l Lucy Zimmermanz”l

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GIVING TUESDAY CAMPAIGN, DECEMBER 3

CHW funded a large hydrotherapy pool in the new Gandel Rehabilitation Center. Picture: Dr. Tamar Elram.

COMPLIMENTARY WEBINAR, MARCH 26

The dedication of canvassers, volunteers, and staff was instrumental in raising over $218,000, securing matching donors, and demonstrating unwavering commitment to supporting women and children in Israel.

Dr. Tamar Elram shared about the opening of the new Gandel Rehabilitation Center, which is transforming care for hundreds of injured soldiers and civilians since 7/10.

Featuring author, lecturer, and former Member of Knesset, Dr. Aliza Lavie

Another successful sold-out event. The runway show was packed with excited participants.

ICONIC JEWISH WOMEN, MAY 8

Dr. Aliza Lavie spoke about her book, Iconic Jewish Women, her extensive research, and all the inspiring Jewish women working to make a difference.

NATIONAL EVENTS

CHW CEO Lisa Colt-Kotler exemplified leadership during the 24-hour Giving Tuesday Campaign, personally reaching out to donors.

FASHION BLOOMS, MAY 23 Guests enjoyed delicious culinary creations, signature cocktails, beauty, fashion, haute pop-up experiences and an amazing silent auction. The event raised over $140,000.

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The always amazing Shoshana Telner.

The event was well attended and helped to spread awareness about the hostages in captivity.

CHAI TEA IN CONCERT, JANUARY 14

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A special thank you to Faye Bielak White from Lavender Grace and Robyn Feldberg from What’s Robyn Making

Pictured: Martin Greenabum - volunteer delivery driver. Thank you to everyone who volunteered and supported this fundraiser!

BABKAS & BOUQUETS, APRIL 4

PASSOVER TULIPS, APRIL

CHW Toronto L’Netzach Chapter hosted a dazzling afternoon of music with the brilliant Shoshana Telner! A special thank you to Michael Schulte for his violin stylings.

CHW Toronto Centre hosted a beautiful evening of homemade babkas and special tips on how to arrange bouquets.

The Lavender Grace Studio was buzzing with excitement.

CHW Toronto Atid Chapter were hard at work sorting and delivering tulips after another year of successful fundraising.

Thank you to all who purchased flowers and cards to make this fundraiser a success!

Thanks to Revitasize Juice for sponsoring the event at Rumble Boxing in Yorkville.

MOTHER’S DAY FUNDRAISER, APRIL/MAY

The dedicated members of CHW Toronto Lev Zahav Chapter came together to fill orders for their fundraiser.

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In solidarity with the women who have been taken hostage, CHW members from various chapters joined together in a Pilates Fusion Class led by fitness Instructor Crystal Mallari.

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RIMON RUMBLES, APRIL 14

CHW Toronto Rimon Chapter, boxed for CHW Nahalal Youth Village. The lead motivator Monica at Rumble, challenged everyone to dig deep while raising funds.

Thank you to all who walked, sponsored, and donated to help make this fundraiser a success!

AUTHOR TALK, MAY 13

12 KM FOR $12K WALK, MAY 27

L to R: Cathy Stein, Suzanne Stein, Sandra Herlick

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CHW Toronto Aterret Chapter presented Toronto-based writer Robert Rotenberg. He walked 50 attendees through his personal journey in writing his latest crime novel, What We Buried, through a conversation with Glory Goldman.

CHW Toronto Dor L’Dor Chapter came together to walk 12 km in support of rehabilitation and recovery in Israel. They surpassed their $12K goal and raised over $18,000!

Proceeds went to CHW’s ONE DAY AT A TIME Annual Campaign, helping Israelis heal and recover.

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In solidarity with the women who have been taken hostage, CHW ancouver Centre joined together in a Pilates Class led by fitness expert Daisy Chark.

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Pictured: Robert Rotenberg and Glory Goldman.

LUNCHEON AND GAMES DAY, MAY 29

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L to R Standing: Alicia Epstein, Marla Goodwin-Zipper, Alanna Elias, Judith Lifshitz, Joyce Lenoff. Sitting: Alana Shiveck, Susan Bercovitch

CHANUKAH CELEBRATION, DECEMBER 6

Toys in the waiting room at Fondation Marie-Vincent

TOY DONATION, DECEMBER

Some members of the CHW Montreal Executive Committee met in December to celebrate Chanukah.

CHW Montreal donated a collection of toys to Chai Lifeline and Fondation Marie-Vincent (CHW’s partner organization through Franny’s Fund).

Each participants got smoothies from Circuit 16, a yellow ribbon pin in honour of hostages, and CHW workout towel donated by Ro-El Group.

L to R: Randy Kugler, Alana Shiveck, Shiri Tamam

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The Spin event at Cadence Cycle was a huge success.

The sold-out class was led by the fabulous spin instructor Yaron Spitzer. Participants were each assigned a hostage to motivate them during their spinning.

CHW Montreal volunteers were out in force for the Passover Gift deliveries. With their help, 500 gift bags were delivered all over Montreal. We appreciate all their hard work and dedication!

Participants enjoying the presentation by artist Sheila Nemtin Levine, CHW Past Montreal Centre President

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